Do I need previous backcountry skiing experience?

While prior backcountry experience is recommended, the guides will tailor the tour to your skill level and provide safety instruction.

What is the group size for private tours?

Private tours typically accommodate small groups of up to 6 participants for personalized attention.

Are equipment rentals available?

Yes, The Backcountry Pros LLC offers rental packages including skis, boots, and avalanche safety gear.

How is weather monitored during the tour?

Guides continuously monitor weather and avalanche forecasts, adjusting routes to ensure safety.

What level of fitness is required?

Participants should have good endurance and be comfortable with uphill travel and skiing in variable snow conditions.

Is helicopter access included in the package?

Helicopter access is available as an optional upgrade to reach remote terrain, subject to weather conditions.

Wasatch Ski Touring: 3-Day Backcountry Adventure in Utah

Embark on a thrilling three-day ski touring experience in the stunning Wasatch Mountains, guided by The Backcountry Pros LLC. Located in Cottonwood Heights, Utah, this custom ski or split-board tour is designed specifically for your group’s preferences, whether you're craving fresh powder, challenging steep descents, or aiming to refine your skiing skills. Each day presents a unique opportunity to explore untouched powder fields and dramatic alpine terrain accessed variously by lifts, snowmobiles, or even helicopters, ensuring a diverse and unforgettable adventure. With expert guides leading the way, you’ll have both safety and local knowledge on your side, letting you focus fully on the exhilaration of backcountry skiing. Beyond the slopes, immerse yourself in breathtaking mountain vistas and the peacefulness that comes with remote winter exploration. This tailored journey offers a perfect blend of adrenaline, nature, and camaraderie set against one of the best winter landscapes in the United States.

About The Backcountry Pros LLC

The Backcountry Pros LLC is a Utah-based guiding and education company specializing in backcountry skiing, avalanche education, and technical climbing instruction. The team offers a range of hands-on experiences — from single-day clinics to multi-day mentorships and heli-assisted ski touring — focused on practical skills, decision-making, and safe mountain travel. Instructional offerings include Advanced Backcountry Skiing Mentorship, Backcountry Skiing Mentorship, Ski Mountaineering Course, Level I (Uinta Mountains), Avalanche I Refresher, Heli Assisted Ski Touring, Intro to Trad Climbing, Multi Pitch Self Rescue, Advanced Ice Techniques, and Ice Intro Clinic.

Courses combine classroom and fieldwork when appropriate, with Zoom sessions, guided field days, basecamp-style mentorship, and real-world scenario practice. The Backcountry Pros LLC emphasizes small groups and a limited instructor-to-student ratio to maximize individualized feedback and hands-on coaching. Professional ski instructors and certified guides lead technical lessons in the Wasatch and Uinta Mountains, covering avalanche forecasting, companion rescue, ski travel techniques, ice screw placement, anchor building, and multi-pitch self-rescue.

Safety and evidence-based decision making are core priorities; students practice terrain assessment, hazard interpretation, and rescue drills in real mountain settings. The company’s programs are designed for progressing skiers and climbers seeking measurable skill development, confidence in complex terrain, and the ability to plan and execute safe backcountry trips. Booking information, prerequisite details, and course logistics are provided for each trip to ensure participants arrive prepared for a productive and secure learning experience. Industry-standard safety protocols and hands-on mentorship create measurable progress and lasting skills for responsible mountain travel across winter and alpine environments.