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McKenzie T.

Another wonderful trip in the books! This was my second trip with the company. The lodge based Escalante trip was absolutely wonderful! I was so impressed with the sites we were able to view, with the accommodations, and the organization of Four Seasons.

Kory C.

In my opinion this is the best guide service ever!!! We’ve used them three times: twice for backpacking in Grand Canyon and once, must recently in the Grand Stairway Escalante National Monument. They exceed every expectation you could have for a guide service!

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Why hike with Four Season Guides

  • Guiding hiking adventures for 27+ years
  • Local experts who prioritize safety and care
  • Thoughtfully designed trips for every level

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Top-Ranked Tour Company

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Exceptional Guides

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Our guiding staff consists primarily of seasoned veterans who have been guiding professionally, full-time, for a decade or more. In addition to their extensive experience, our guides are fun, accommodating, approachable, entertaining, polite and just plain good people.

All-Inclusive Tours

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We’re at work, you’re on vacation! We take care of all the logistics associated with a backcountry adventure and handling all the dirty work. Gear, food, permits, transportation…we have you covered and it’s all included.

Local Experts

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The Southwestern U.S. is our home and our passion. We’ve been exploring this region for decades and know it intimately. This is our niche and nobody does it better.

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