What Lasting Adventures, Inc. does

Lasting Adventures, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit outdoor adventure guiding company founded in 1997 and headquartered in Groveland, California. The organization provides guided backpacking, day hiking, and specialty outdoor experiences in five U.S. National Parks: Yosemite, Olympic, Joshua Tree, Sequoia-Kings Canyon, and Lassen Volcanic. Its clientele spans adult backpackers, families, women, and teens, with summer teen backpacking camps highlighted as a flagship program.

The company operates an all-inclusive service model in which trip fees cover guides, gear, meals, permits, and logistics, delivered at a 1:5 guide-to-client ratio. Trip pricing ranges from approximately $1,493 to $2,918+ per person depending on duration and itinerary, with day hikes offered at lower price points. The business runs direct-to-consumer through its own website and benefits from co-marketing arrangements with branded gear partners including Gregory, Big Agnes, LEKI, and Leave No Trace, as well as a lodging partnership with Rush Creek Lodge.

Commercially, Lasting Adventures has guided over 16,000 clients since inception and holds TripAdvisor's #1 ranking for outdoor activities in Yosemite, alongside twelve consecutive years of TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice recognition (2012-2024). The nonprofit structure, federal park permit access, multi-park operational footprint, and branded partnerships together define the unit economics and go-to-market approach.

Name

Lasting Adventures, Inc.

Legal name

Lasting Adventures, Inc.

Website

https://lastingadventures.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lasting Adventures is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit guiding company founded in 1997 that operates all-inclusive backpacking, day hiking, and teen summer camp experiences across five U.S. National Parks, serving individual consumers directly.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Adventure Services

NAICS

Tour Operators (56152), Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (712190)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Multi-Activity & Expedition Packages (Guided Adventure Trips) (THAJABAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Eco-Adventure Multi-Day Expeditions (Trekking, Hut-to-Hut, Pack Trips) (THAAAEAJ), Youth Adventure Camps & Summer Programs (THAAAOAB), Guided Tours & Interpretive Services (Ranger-Led, Naturalist, Cultural Interpretation) (THAAAGAB)

Keywords

• Guided backpacking trips
• National park tours
• Youth summer camps
• Wilderness adventure guiding
• Corporate outdoor retreats

Headquarters

HQ city

Groveland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Guided Backpacking Trips: Multi-day guided backpacking adventures in National Parks including all-inclusive packages with gear, meals, permits, and professional guides. Revenue generated through per-person trip fees ranging from $1,500 to $2,085+ for multi-day backcountry experiences.
2. Day Hikes and Guided Tours: Custom guided day hikes in Yosemite and other National Parks with experienced guides teaching history, ecology, and geology while providing all necessary gear and snacks.
3. Youth Summer Camps: Wilderness summer camp programs for youth ages 11-18, ranging from 6-day to 20-day expeditions. Programs include Young Adventurer's Programs, Young Women's Programs, Teen Leadership Expeditions, and Backpacking Adventures for Teens. Pricing ranges from $1,493 for 6-day camps to $2,918 for 13-day camps.
4. Corporate Retreats and Group Adventures: Customized corporate retreat and group adventure packages for businesses and organizations seeking team-building outdoor experiences in National Parks.
5. Lodging/Hiking Packages: Partnership with Rush Creek Lodge for resort-style accommodations combined with daily guided hiking adventures in Yosemite National Park.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Lasting Adventures, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit outdoor guide service that provides all-inclusive guided multi-day backpacking trips, day hikes, and youth summer camps across five U.S. National Parks (Yosemite, Olympic, Joshua Tree, Sequoia-Kings Canyon, and Lassen Volcanic). Trips include professional guides, permits, gear, meals, and lodging support, with specialty programs for families, women, corporate groups, and scouts. Pricing ranges from $1,500 to $2,918 per person depending on trip length and type.

Product overview

Lasting Adventures, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit outdoor guiding organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of guided wilderness adventures across five National Parks (Yosemite, Olympic, Joshua Tree, Sequoia-Kings Canyon, and Lassen Volcanic). The company's core offerings consist of guided multi-day backpacking trips (including iconic Half Dome summit adventures), customizable day hikes, and youth summer camp programs ranging from 6 to 20 days. Additional services include classic camping/hiking packages with base camp accommodations, lodge-based hiking packages partnered with Rush Creek Lodge, winter adventure experiences (snowshoeing), and specialty programs for families, women, corporate groups, and school/scouts. All trips are all-inclusive, providing gear, meals, permits, and professional guides. The company operates primarily in California and Washington State national parks, with a mission focused on youth development, environmental stewardship, and providing access to America's National Parks for disadvantaged communities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Yosemite Backpacking Trips Guided multi-day backpacking adventures in Yosemite National Park, including trips to Half Dome, Clouds Rest, and other iconic locations. All-inclusive packages with gear, meals, permits, and expert guides.
• Yosemite Day Hikes Customizable guided day tours in Yosemite ranging from easy valley tours to challenging mountain ascents, including Half Dome in a Day, Mist Trail, and tours from various trailheads.
• Yosemite Summer Camps / Youth Programs Wilderness summer camps for youth ages 11-18, including 6-day Young Adventurer's Programs, 13-day High Country Adventures, 10-day Teen Adventures, and 20-day Teen Leadership Expeditions.
• Olympic National Park Adventures Guided backpacking trips and day hikes in Olympic National Park, including coastal, rainforest, and alpine lake destinations. Also includes youth summer camp programs.
• Joshua Tree National Park Adventures Backpacking trips and winter/spring youth camps in Joshua Tree National Park, including desert adventures for teens ages 13-17.
• Sequoia-Kings Canyon Adventures Guided backpacking trips and summer camp programs in Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Park, including the 10-Day Sequoia High Country Teen Adventure.
• Lassen Volcanic Adventures Backpacking trips and summer camp programs in Lassen Volcanic National Park.
• Yosemite Classic Camping/Hiking Multi-day camping and hiking trips with base camping in car-friendly sites, allowing daily exploration with guides while returning to comfortable camp at night.
• Yosemite Lodging/Hiking Package Adventure packages combining daily hiking excursions with accommodations at Rush Creek Lodge, including all-inclusive resort-style lodging with pool, hot-tubs, and dining.
• Yosemite Winter Adventures Winter guided experiences including overnight snowshoe trips, day tours from Badger Pass to Dewey Point, valley winter tours, and giant sequoia grove hikes/snowshoe.
• Half Dome Adventures Specialized Half Dome summit trips including multi-day backpacking approaches (Glacier Point to Half Dome, Cathedral Lakes to Clouds Rest & Half Dome, Tuolumne Meadows to Half Dome) and the signature Half Dome in a Day challenge hike.
• Specialty Adventures (Family, Women's, Corporate & Group) Specialized adventure programs including family adventures, women's-only adventures, and corporate/group retreats designed for team building and group experiences.
• Outdoor Education & Scout Programs Educational outdoor programs for schools and scout groups, providing structured learning experiences in national parks focused on wilderness skills and environmental education.
• Private Backpacking & Custom Trips Customized private backpacking trips tailored to families, friends, or groups based on their interests, experience levels, and desired destinations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 16,000 clients guided since 1997
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Rush Creek LodgecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership with Rush Creek Lodge for Yosemite Lodging/Hiking Packages. The lodge provides resort-style accommodations at the Highway 120 West entrance to Yosemite National Park, featuring pool, hot-tubs, dining options, and children's center. Lasting Adventures provides daily guided hiking adventures as part of the package.
• Gregory (Backpacks)supportingOthersGear partner providing Gregory backpacks free of charge to customers on all multi-day trips as part of all-inclusive service. Longstanding partnership with outdoor gear manufacturer.
• Big Agnes (Tents, Sleeping Bags, Pads)supportingOthersGear partner providing Big Agnes tents, sleeping bags, and sleeping pads free of charge to customers. Longstanding partnership with outdoor equipment manufacturer.
• LEKI (Trekking Poles)supportingOthersGear partner providing LEKI trekking poles free of charge to customers on backcountry trips. Longstanding partnership with trekking pole manufacturer.
• Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor EthicscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to teach Leave No Trace principles on all backpacking trips. Guides instruct guests on wilderness ethics and responsible recreation practices as part of the educational component of each trip.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Austin Adventures: Austin Adventures is a small-group guided adventure outfitter specializing in US National Park family and multi-sport trips with all-inclusive pricing. It directly competes in the family-oriented guided National Park experience market that Lasting Adventures serves through its family and teen summer camp programs.
• Natural Habitat Adventures: Natural Habitat Adventures is a guided nature and wildlife adventure operator offering small-group expeditions in US National Parks and global destinations. It is comparable in offering premium, naturalist-led small-group trips in protected landscapes with a similar conservation-oriented brand positioning.
• Wildland Trekking: Wildland Trekking is a guided hiking and backpacking outfitter operating across multiple US National Parks, offering all-inclusive multi-day trips with gear, meals, and permits. It is the most directly comparable peer in terms of product (guided National Park backpacking), customer (experienced and first-time backpackers), and delivery model (employed guides, small group ratios).
• Adventure Treks: Adventure Treks is a teen summer adventure camp operator offering multi-week wilderness backpacking, climbing, and paddling expeditions for ages 12-18. Directly comparable to Lasting Adventures' youth summer camp portfolio, including pricing structure, age range, and wilderness expedition model.
• O.A.R.S. Compendium: O.A.R.S. is a long-established whitewater and multi-sport rafting and adventure outfitter offering guided trips in US National Parks (including Yosemite) with similar all-inclusive, small-group, multi-day formats. Overlaps with Lasting Adventures in Yosemite multi-sport itineraries and family/adventure traveler customer base.

Broad incumbents

• Backroads: Backroads is an established active-vacation operator offering guided biking, hiking, and multi-sport trips globally, including US National Park itineraries. It targets a similar premium consumer segment with all-inclusive small-group formats but operates across a much wider activity set than Lasting Adventures.
• REI Adventures: REI Adventures is the guided-trip arm of REI Co-op, offering small-group backpacking, hiking, and multi-sport trips worldwide including in US National Parks. It is a broader incumbent with deeper marketing reach and co-op backing but covers many regions and activities beyond Lasting Adventures' National Park backpacking niche.

Emerging players

• Timberline Adventures: Timberline Adventures operates guided small-group hiking and backpacking trips focused on US National Parks and scenic trails. Comparable in target customer (active leisure travelers) and trip style, though smaller in scale and with narrower park coverage than Lasting Adventures.
• Discover Outdoors: Discover Outdoors is a guided adventure travel company offering hiking, backpacking, and multi-sport trips in US National Parks and international destinations. Comparable as a small-group, all-inclusive guided outdoor trip operator targeting similar consumer demographics, though smaller scale and broader geography.

Others

• Yosemite Conservancy: Yosemite Conservancy is the official nonprofit partner of Yosemite National Park, funding projects, providing educational programs, and operating some visitor experiences. Comparable as a 501(c)(3) mission-driven Yosemite operator rather than as a direct commercial competitor; relevant for understanding local ecosystem positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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