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    Colorado Backcountry Navigation Course

    Build map, compass, and digital route-finding skills for backcountry travel

    4.9 stars• 356 reviews
    From$310/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    1-2 days

    Includes

    Instructor, map, certificate

    Highlights

    Develop practical navigation skills through classroom instruction and field scenarios. Learn to combine map-and-compass techniques with digital tools for backcountry planning.

    • Read topographic maps and interpret terrain features
    • Take and follow compass bearings in field exercises
    • Plan routes, track GPS locations, and manage offline maps with CalTopo
    • Practice route-finding and risk-management decisions in real-world scenarios
    • Integrate analog and digital navigation systems for backcountry travel

    What's Included

    • Professional instructor/guide
    • Printed topographic map
    • Certificate of Completion

    Important details

    • Bring a baseplate compass, such as a Suunto A-10
    • Bring a daypack with the 10 Essentials
    • Bring weather-appropriate clothing and gear
    • Bring a smartphone with CalTopo downloaded and offline maps saved for the digital navigation module
    • Some gear may be available to rent for an additional fee; the amount is not specified

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 14 days before your course for a refund minus a 10% admin fee. Within 14 days, cancellations are non-refundable unless your spot is filled; then you'll receive a refund minus the 10% fee. Reschedule at least 14 days before for a 10% fee. Within 14 days, rescheduling is possible only if your spot is filled, with a 10% fee.

    FAQs

    Spend roughly half of each module in the classroom and half outside in the field, applying navigation and route-finding skills.

    Bring your own baseplate compass, daypack with the 10 Essentials, weather-appropriate clothing and gear, and food. Lodging, transportation, and guide gratuity are not included.

    Provide any pertinent medical history, medications, surgeries, allergies, or physical limitations that may affect your course. This information does not affect your trip status and is shared to inform your guide.

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    Central Colorado

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    356 reviews•Google Maps
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    With an exceptional track record spanning hiking, rafting, and rock climbing adventures, this outfitter consistently delivers through their talented guide team. Names like Jared, CJ, Tanner, Jake, Boyd, and Perry come up repeatedly, each praised for their expertise, safety focus, and ability to make adventures both educational and fun. Guides go above and beyond—lending gear to unprepared clients, spotting wildlife others miss, pacing beginners on their first 14ers, and tailoring rock climbing routes for mixed-ability families. The company shines at accommodating last-minute bookings and changes, with several reviewers noting same-day arrangements and flexible trip modifications. Whether you're tackling Quandary Peak for the first time or navigating Colorado River rapids with kids, guides strike that perfect balance of knowledgeable and laid-back. They share historical facts and trail tips while keeping the mood light and engaging. Multiple families specifically mentioned feeling safe with young children along, and first-time high-altitude hikers credited their guides with getting them safely to summits they might have otherwise turned back from.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    I had a fantastic half-day rock climbing experience with Perry! He called me the day before to learn about my climbing background and discuss my expectations for the climb, which immediately made the experience feel personalized. Perry has a great teaching style, using demonstrations and fun reminders that made learning both effective and enjoyable. He did an excellent job progressively building my skills in a way that made me feel successful and confident throughout the climb. I especially appreciated that he gave me time to work through challenges on my own rather than stepping in too quickly, which really helped me learn and grow as a climber. Perry is professional, knowledgeable, and encouraging. I truly enjoyed climbing with him and am already looking forward to my next climb with him in September! He was also able to get some fun pictures of me so I could share the experience with my family.

    Photo of Stacy Genovese

    Stacy Genovese

    June 28, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    I had a fantastic half-day rock climbing experience with Perry! He called me the day before to learn about my climbing background and discuss my expectations for the climb, which immediately made the experience feel personalized. Perry has a great teaching style, using demonstrations and fun reminders that made learning both effective and enjoyable. He did an excellent job progressively building my skills in a way that made me feel successful and confident throughout the climb. I especially appreciated that he gave me time to work through challenges on my own rather than stepping in too quickly, which really helped me learn and grow as a climber. Perry is professional, knowledgeable, and encouraging. I truly enjoyed climbing with him and am already looking forward to my next climb with him in September! He was also able to get some fun pictures of me so I could share the experience with my family.

    Photo of Stacy Genovese

    Stacy Genovese

    June 28, 2026

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