Ages 12+ • 8 Hours • Eight Hours of Powder Terrain and Backcountry Skiing!
Discover Utah’s Central Wasatch through Classic Intermediate Tours, an eight-hour guided backcountry ski adventure perfect for intermediate skiers. Explore legendary powder spots like Days Fork and Silver Fork, climbing and riding thousands of vertical feet in an iconic alpine setting.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good aerobic shape with endurance to handle 3,000–5,000 feet of climbing and skiing over varied terrain.
Wildlife
History
The Central Wasatch was historically a mining region in the late 1800s before becoming a premier skiing destination.
Conservation
Local groups actively manage avalanche control and promote Leave No Trace principles to protect fragile alpine environments.
Red River Adventures
Ages 12+ • 8 Hours • Eight Hours of Powder Terrain and Backcountry Skiing!
Red River Adventures is a Moab, Utah–based outfitter featured on The Adventure Collective that specializes in guided canyoneering, rock climbing, rafting, and instructional courses. The company leads distinct Moab canyoneering trips such as Morning Glory (Ephedra’s Grotto), a roughly 3-mile route with guided rappels of about 90 feet into a sandstone chamber and 120 feet near Morning Glory Arch, and Chamisa Canyon (Entrajo Canyon), a water-carved slot canyon of roughly 2.5 miles with wading, scrambling, optional rappels, and summer swimming.
Guided rock climbing offerings include private one-day guided rock climbing with AMGA-certified instructors, multi-pitch climbing instruction, classic introductory and advanced tours, Crack Camp programs, and iconic climbs such as Castleton Tower and Indian Creek. Instructional and professional development courses listed include AMGA SPI exam and course offerings, AIARE avalanche courses, avalanche rescue, and backcountry mentorship.
Red River Adventures also lists ice climbing programs (half-day to multi-pitch and full-day), backcountry ski and heli-ski options, international trips such as Ski Hokkaido and Ski - Chamonix, and river options including Moab half-day rafting and a full-day Fisher Towers rafting trip. All trip descriptions indicate guided experiences and technical elements appropriate to the route.
Prospective participants should review specific trip summaries for distance, technical difficulty, and equipment requirements. Trip choices cover day trips, full-day guided adventures, multi-day instruction, certification exams, and specialty international offerings. Several canyoneering and climbing routes are described as guided by experts, and trip pages list mileage, rappel heights, technical grades, and water exposure where applicable for accurate trip planning. Online.
Base Location
Moab, Utah
Central to iconic canyons and climbs
Tours Offered
42+
Canyoneering, climbing, rafting, courses
Professional Courses
AMGA & AIARE
SPI exams and AIARE education listed
Trip Formats
Half-day to multi-day
Day trips, full-day, certification courses
Check trip pages for availability, technical details, and certification course dates — book canyoneering, climbing, rafting, and instructional programs in Moab today.
Check Avalanche Conditions
Always review the latest avalanche forecast before heading out and follow your guide's safety advice to stay secure in backcountry terrain.
Wear Layered Clothing
Temperatures can vary drastically in the mountains; dressing in layers will keep you comfortable throughout the day.
Bring Adequate Hydration
Carry sufficient water or hydration packs to stay energized during long ski tours in cold, dry air.
Tell Someone Your Plan
Share your skiing itinerary and expected return time with a trusted contact before leaving for the backcountry.
Avalanche Beacon
Essential for locating and being located in avalanche terrain.
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Climbing Skins
Provide traction when ascending snow-covered slopes on skis or splitboards.
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Layered Clothing
Helps maintain body temperature through changing conditions during the tour.
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Hydration System
Staying hydrated is vital during physically demanding cold-weather skiing.
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