- Camas Creek Trailhead - Embark on a 6 mile, (3 mile each way, 1200 ft of elevation gain) guided day hike up a glacially scoured canyon of the Bitterroot National Forest to a high elevation backcountry lake. At the lake, you’ll paddle around in inflatable packrafts as you take in the incredible scenery. While you paddle, your guide will prepare a backpacker-style lunch of Pad Thai, Pasta Primavera, or Beef Stroganoff. Once you return to land, you’ll learn a bit about learn about cooking in the backcountry without leaving a trace. Then, you’ll pack up and head back to the trailhead the same way you hiked up.
Packrafts, backpacks, trekking poles, bear spray, and safety equipment rentals are included in the price. One packraft setup (packraft, paddle, life vest) for each adult or youth ticket. Your guide carries two packraft setups and the rest are carried by other adults.
Shar Trail Mix, Beef and Vegan Jerky, and Lara Bars are given to you in your snack bag!
Your guide will also carry a water filter, so you can sip on some crisp, cool mountain creek water during your breaks!
- Bearspray provided for safety
- Complimentary snacks
- Experienced guide with GPS Communicator and First Aid Kit
- Trekking Poles included
- Packrafting equipment: raft, paddle, and life vest
- Backpacks available for use
- Clothing / Hiking Clothing
- Sunscreen
- Hiking Shoes
- Bottled water
- Make sure you bring a raincoat! No matter the forecast!
The Bitterroot National Forest is a place of stunning beauty and toughness, marked by striking mountains and profound glacial canyons. The trails may not always be in perfect condition, and periodic streams might discourage those unaccustomed to traversing bodies of water. Having a guide by your side will certainly prove beneficial!
An exclusive experience to Bitterroot Backpacking is the combining of hiking and packraft floating. No other guide or company offers this service! (And if they claim to, they likely drew inspiration from here!)
- Anyone in general good health can complete one of these trips. Please inquire before booking!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
