Summer Backcountry Trips

Hit the dirt with us this Summer and let our guides show you the way to some of the best mountain biking trails that Summit County has to offer! Our guided mountain biking trips are run as half day or full day adventures and we have a wide variety of trail systems to choose from. Whether its flowy single track, technical ascents, or casual family rides, we have you covered.

Looking to up your mountain biking skills? We can help with that too! Check out our 1-day Intro to Mountain biking or our 2-day Intermediate/Advanced Mountain biking courses and let us help you take it to the next level!

The river is calling! We offer river trips that depart daily from our Silverthorne Adventure Headquarters from May through September. Choose from the mighty and scenic Colorado River or the high-elevation Blue River and let us guide along the way. All river gear is included on every trip. Looking for a little bit more of an intimate experience with the river? Check out our inflatable kayak and stand up paddleboarding guided trips and courses today!

Let us take you to new heights and join us on a guided rock climbing adventure here in beautiful Summit County, Colorado! From beginners touching rock for the first time, to the seasoned climber looking to increase their skillsets, we have you covered. With a variety of climbing crags across the county we will cater your climbing experience to your specific group so that you can maximize your time with your guide. Looking for more than just a guided experience? Check out one of our rock climbing specific courses offered all throughout the summer!

High alpine tundra, stunning forests, alpine lakes, wildflowers, majestic views, waterfalls, beautiful wildlife. Experience the beauty of Colorado on one of our half day or full day hikes in stunning central Colorado! Let us take the guesswork out of where to hike with your group allow yourself the time to soak it all in. Our guides are experienced and trained on the trails all across the county and have plentiful knowledge of the history, flora and fauna of the area. Lets put our boots to the trail and experience the majesty of the Rocky Mountains!

Time to take it to the top! We offer guided ascents of some of the most stunning peaks around. Looking to tackle a 14er, we can help you get there! With ascent options of Quandary, Grays, and Torreys and many other lesser known 13ft peaks, we have something for everybody. Being up at altitude is not easy and can be a huge undertaking for many. Let our experienced, trained, and certified guides help you along the way as you make your push to the summit.

So many adventures its hard to just choose one! That is where our multi-sport ACE “A Colorado Experience” package comes into play. Let us show you what outdoors in Colorado is all about by booking a multi sport package today. Combine rafting with one of Colorado’s other amazing outdoor adventure activities such as hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, or more! Contact us today for any private booking requests.

Are you an experienced climber or an adventurous soul? We offer guided mountaineering adventures on some of the classic ridge traverses in the area. With options such as Kelso Ridge on Torreys Peak, West Ridge on Quandary, Ten Mile Traverse, and more. All mountaineering adventures are 3rd/4th class to low 5th class excursions and so it is required that all participants do not have a fear of heights or exposure and recommend previous climbing experience. Contact us today to book your adventure. The spice is nice!

CAG is also home to the Backcountry Demo Center, and together we are your one-stop shop for adventure in Colorado. Need some last minute gear or looking for a summer rental for you or members in your group? Look no further. Swing by our Adventure Headquarters in Silverthorne and rent your inflatable kayak, stand up paddle board, camping equipment, and more!