Hiking Levels

Before signing up for or booking a hiking trip with us, please check the hiking level below. These are general guidelines for hiking levels to express the difficulty level (1 the easiest / 10 the hardest) and recommendations for our hikes. It is highly advised not to take a hike with a level that does not fit your capability. 

Level 1:  Beginner – The easiest type of hike you can get with no real inclines. Stroll in the park.
First Timers, Beginners, Most Kids, Most Teens

Level 2:  Beginner – Next level with some simple inclines.
First Timers, Beginners, Most Kids, Most Teens

Level 3:  Beginner – Hikes with some basic experience, experience gain.
First Timers, Beginners, Some Kids, Most Teens

Level 4:  Moderate – Good inclines / declines with some stress on further distance.
No Beginners, No Kids, Most Teens, Hiking Footwear Recommended

Level 5:  Moderate – Inclines / declines start to get more intense. Gain and distance goes up.
No Beginners, No Kids, Some Teens, Hiking Footwear Recommended

Level 6:  Moderate – Simple switchbacks and distance increase. Endurance and Stamina required.
No Beginners, Adults Only, Hiking Equipment Recommended, Hiking Footwear Highly Recommended

Level 7:  Moderate – Expect some long inclines or switchbacks. Gain and distance increases. Long hours.
No Beginners, Adults Only, Experienced Hikers Only, Hiking Equipment/Footwear Required

Level 8:  Advanced – Intro to Advanced here. Distance hikes and more than moderate experience required. May Last all day.
No Beginners, Adults Only, Experienced Hikers Only, Advanced Hiking Equipment/Footwear Required

Level 9:  Advanced – Long distance hikes which may take more than 6 hours with great gain. May last all day.
No Beginners, Adults Only, Experienced Hikers Only, Advanced Hiking Equipment/Footwear Required

Level 10:  Advanced – Longest hikes and/or greatest gain/inclines through out the hike. May last all day.
No Beginners, Adults Only, Experienced Hikers Only, Advanced Hiking Equipment/Footwear Required