Being outside is what makes life worthwhile.

  At ESC Outside, we do more than guide hiking tours—we immerse ourselves in the untamed spirit of the Western and Southwestern United States. Our hiking itineraries deliver the best of both worlds: comfort and unrivaled beauty. With nothing more than a light daypack, you’ll explore dramatic mountains, awe inspiring valleys, beautiful coastlines and then return each afternoon to a shower, wonderful dinner and comfortable bed. 

  ESC Outside works hard to ensure the hikes we provide are within the capabilities of the clients we host. What we ask is that you are physically prepared to do the miles on the trip scheduled. With that we provide training plans to help you prepare for your trip. Additionally, we provide a list of clothing and gear you may need for your trip.

  Explore the variety of ESC Outside’s hiking trips we typically do during our guiding season. Each trip is crafted to immerse you in the heart of the majestic National Parks & Forests we call home. 

April: 

Grand Canyon NP, AZ - Rim-2-River-2-Rim - 3 days, 2 nights, 1 hike

Sedona, AZ - 6 Days 5 nights, 5 hikes**

May:

Bryce Canyon NP, UT - 6 days, 5 nights, 4 hikes

Grand Canyon NP, AZ - Rim-2-Rim (N-S) - 3 days, typically mid-May

Sedona, AZ - 6 Days, 5 nights, 5 hikes

June:

Bryce Canyon NP, UT - 6 days, 5 nights, 4 hikes

Sedona, AZ – 6 Days, 5 nights, 5 hikes

Aug:

Glacier NP, MT - 6 days, 5 nights, 4+ hikes

Mt Whitney, CA - 4 days, 3 nights, 1 "BIG" hike TBD 

Redfish Lake, ID - 5 days, 4 nights, 4 hikes  

Sep:

Glacier NP, MT - 6 days, 5 nights, 4+ hikes 

Redfish Lake, ID - 5 days, 4 nights, 4 hikes 

Oct:

Grand Canyon NP, AZ - Rim-2-River-2-Rim - 3 days, 2 nights, 1 hike

Grand Canyon NP, AZ - Rim-2-Rim (N-S) - 3 days, typically mid-Oct 

Sedona, AZ - 6 Days, 5 nights, 5 hikes**

** Sedona trip can be added to the Grand Canyon - Rim-2-River-2-Rim for 7 days of exploring the beauty of Northern Arizona.

While we don’t necessarily do all the trips listed, these are the trips we offer. Our trips can be challenging but are beautiful and a lot of fun. ESC Outside does our best to support local business’, are always on the lookout for great coffee shops, plus our dining and accommodations are the best of the areas we are visiting. 

Please contact ESC Outside if you have any questions regarding the information we have provided. Thank you