Experience the backcountry like never before on a California wilderness llama pack trip in several of California’s prominent wilderness areas. Featuring curated and custom trips into the Trinity Alps Wilderness, Marble Mountains Wilderness, Russian Wilderness, and Siskiyou Wilderness. Our backpacking-style excursions cater to various skill levels, utilizing expertly trained pack llamas to transport comfortable camps and unique culinary experiences, ensuring an unforgettable journey through these pristine landscapes.
Wilderness Llama Pack Trips
Let our four-legged companions shoulder the load, transforming your wilderness backcountry camping into a remarkably comfortable experience. Say goodbye to freeze-dried meals and the hassle of packing everything yourself. Enjoy the luxury of deeper exploration, increased solitude, and extended stays, while we handle the camp chores. Whether your passion is photography, bird watching, fishing, or simply unwinding, let us lighten your load and enhance your outdoor experience.
Wilderness Destinations
Nestled in a remote reach of Northern California lies the Trinity Alps Wilderness, a vast expanse that remains undiscovered by many. As the state’s second-largest wilderness area, spanning over 500,000 acres, it forms a mosaic of rugged peaks, alpine lakes, and lush forests. Granite marvels like Sawtooth Peak and Thompson Peak dominate the landscape, enticing adventurers seekers to ascend for unparalleled panoramic views. Below the jagged ridges is the ice cold waters of dozens of lakes, including Grizzly and Granite Lakes, mirroring the cirques above them. Trails wind through meadows adorned with forbs and flowers, alongside trout streams shaded by old-growth conifers.
The Trinity Alps’ ruggedness is hard to fathom on a map and becomes even more pronounced on foot with a full backpack. You may question if this is the same California that hosts the famous Venice Beach. However, our llamas make navigating this challenging landscape and accessing the far reaches of the wilderness not only easier but also highly enjoyable.
Truly a backpacker’s dream full of breathtaking vistas, gin-clear lakes, and expansive meadows, offering endless opportunities for solitude. Reaching the finest destinations often requires a strenuous trek with a heavy pack. Enter our llamas – transforming top destinations like Marble Rim, Black Marble Mountain, Paradise, Cuddihy, and Ukonom Lakes into accessible sanctuaries with the aid of our trusty, woolly companions.
While smaller compared to adjacent expansive wilderness areas, the Russian Wilderness compensates with its concentration of awe-inspiring sheer cliffs, earning its place as a jewel within the Klamath Mountains. Renowned for its rich botanical diversity, the wilderness boasts the famed “Miracle Mile,” showcasing 18 distinct conifer species in just one square mile. Explore popular destinations like Little and Big Duck Lake and Sugar Lake in a new and unique way – with the assistance of llamas. Whether you’re a botanist, peak-bagger, or fisherman, the Russian Wilderness promises an exceptional experience in this special part of the world.
If there were a red-headed stepchild among California’s wilderness areas, the Siskiyou Wilderness would undoubtedly claim the title. The light usage of this hidden gem can be attributed to its distance from significant population centers, often requiring travelers to pass through more prominent and well-known wilderness areas to reach its secluded beauty. Despite being overlooked, the Siskiyou Wilderness boasts exceptional hikes such as the challenging Devil’s Punchbowl and Raspberry Lake, or more relaxed destinations like Kelly Lake. Renowned as the headwaters of the emerald-green Smith River, this wilderness area also feeds the waters of Blue Creek known as a salmon and steelhead stronghold.
Rates – Wilderness Llama Pack Trips
Rates for California wilderness llama pack trip are below. We offer nearly any duration trip. These are just some common trip lengths.
| 1 day 0 night | 2 day 1 night | 2 day 2 night | 3 day 3 night | 4 day 4 night | 5 day 5 night | 6 day 6 night |
| $375 | $950 | $950 | $1,425 | $1,900 | $2,375 | $2,850 |
Rates are per person but for larger parties we do offer group rates depending on group size and destination.
Extra days = $375
Extra nights = $100
Inclusions
- A knowledgeable and experienced guide.
- Llamas!
- Transportation from a pre-arranged meeting location to the trailhead.
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner for full days – select from several menu options for each meal. Please let us know of any allergies.
- Kitchenware and water filtration
- Sleeping pad
- Tent
- Transportation to the trailhead/parking area from a pre-arranged meeting location.
Exclusions
- Sleeping bag, backpack, footwear, clothing, water bottle, and personal items.
- Most of the heavy equipment is supplied, allowing each participant a strict 25 lbs limit for personal gear that will may loaded onto our llamas. We’re here to assist you in planning and preparing for the journey. If required, loaner equipment is available upon request.
- Alcohol or tobacco products.
- Lodging and meals for before and after the trip dates.
- Transportation to the pre-arranged meeting location.
