Rocky Mountain Backpacking

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ADVENTURE TREKKING AND DAY HIKING

Rocky Mountain Backpacking offers a unique experience of self-discovery during multi-day backpacking trips in remote wilderness settings as well as memorable day hikes to amazing places in northern New Mexico.

Safety, enjoyment and wilderness ethics are the cornerstones of Rocky Mountain Backpacking. We would love to share this experience with you. Learn More

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TRIP OFFERS

[M001] Stewart lake/Lake Katherine Loop

Day 1

This 3 day/2 night backpacking trip allows one to thoroughly discover a large, beautiful section of the Pecos Wilderness. This loop includes three...

$1095

[M002] Pecos Baldy Lake/Truchas peak South

Pecos Baldy lake/Truchas Peak (south)

This particular backpacking trip is an epic 3 day tour de Pecos. We will not only visit the wildernesses most impr...

$1095

[D001] Window Rock

A true New Mexico experience! Window Rock is considered a desert hike. Several large arroyos (washes) snake down towards the Chama river from the geologica...

$225

[D002] Pecos Baldy Lake

One of the largest Alpine lakes in the wilderness Pecos Baldy Lake rests at the foot of the impressive Pecos Baldy (12,600) This area is rich in biodiversi...

$295

[D003] Winsor to Spirit Lake

Nestled among the pines Spirit Lake is another pristine subalpine mountain lake that replenishes the natural diversity of the serene Pecos Wilderness. I lo...

$245

[D004] Hamilton Mesa

Option A

This spectacular section of the wilderness is remote, requiring 4wd/high clearance and about an hour and a half drive from Santa Fe to access i...

3 Trips: A=$225 B=$295 C=$295

[D005] Stewart Lake

The wilderness at it’s best! Stewart Lake is a sub-alpine lake located in a large meadow area on the Eastern side of Santa Fe Baldy. Accessing this area re...

$295

[D006] Cave Creek

Cave creek is a 5 mile out and back hike deep in the heart of the remote Pecos Wilderness. Accessing this area requires an hour or so drive from Santa Fe. ...

$225

[D007] Santa Fe Baldy

Santa Fe Baldy is the Southern Rockies premier mountain, boasting at an altitude of 12,622 feet. It sits high at the southern terminus of the Rockies. Esse...

$295

[D008] Atalaya

A high foothill of Santa Fe and essentially the Southern terminus of the Rocky Mountain range Atalaya is a well known hike to most Santa Feans. The proximi...

$185

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What Our Clients Say

TESTIMONIALS

Rod M.

As a former airborne infantry soldier, I never pictured using a guide to explore the wilderness, but a mountaineer I am not. Having John Froelich as a close friend, already knowing his incredible wealth of knowledge, I was delighted to join him several years ago on a trek through the lofty San Juan Mountains. It was my first trip into such altitudes, though my home is only 3 hours away. He planned a route to Upper Ice Lake Basin, gave me specific packing lists and options for gear and took exceptional care to make sure I spent the next few days exploring the most beautiful place i have ever laid eyes on (and I grew up in the Bahamas... so that's saying something). To this day, Ice Lake Basin in full summer bloom, surrounded by waterfalls, is my happy place. I owe it to John, I would put my life in his capable hands over again to witness such majesty. Can't thank you enough Johnny!

Marco S.

I first met Johnny early on in my backpacking days and have since completed 6 multi-night wilderness trips with him in the American west. His extensive experience in the wilderness combined with his safety & rescue training grants me full confidence in him as a guide. With safety as his number one priority, he planned each trip with thorough detail, including fowl weather back up options and emergency plans. Johnny has a deep connection with the terrain and knows how to read the land and weather patterns. Plus, he has a great sense of humor and is an overall good person that would go out of his way to help anyone in need. I highly recommend Rocky Mountain Backpacking if you’re seeking a great wilderness adventure! I’ve come out of each trip feeling stronger and more clear-headed; I look forward to many more trips with him.

Mary Kathryn J.

My backpacking trip with Johnny was the most adventurous experience of my life. He showed me parts of the Grand Canyon that few people have seen during our 5 day mostly off-trail trip. It was clear that he is very knowledgable and skilled in the wilderness, but what stood out to me the most was his concise communication with our group. Though he was our trip leader, he made sure that each of us communicated clearly about our options, concerns, and ideas in making decisions together as a group. This created a strong and trusting group dynamic that enabled us to navigate the challenging terrain feeling safe, empowered, supported and motivated. Whether you’re a novice backpacker or very experienced, Johnny will facilitate an experience that will leave you feeling rejuvenated, energized, and inspired. You’re in good hands with RMB. Thank you Johnny!

Meet Our

GUIDES AND ASSISTANTS

Ash Tallmadge

Guide

Ash Tallmadge

Guide

John Froehlich

Head Guide and Owner

John Froehlich

Head Guide and Owner