While every Escape Adventure trip is designed to appeal to active adventure seekers, and in many cases, particular skill levels, there is always a different idea of what that exactly means. That is why we have designed the chart below to help facilitate the process and make sure you join the proper tour. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next—and your traveling companions’ may differ as well. In addition to the chart below, it is important to know that we present a range of mileage options on each tour as well as provide support vehicles as much as possible. That way you can take a break and do as little or as much as you would like each day.
| Mountain Biking | Multi-Sport Activities | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level | Hours of Activity | Total Elevation Feet Gain | Mountain Bike Miles | Hiking Miles | Rock Climbing | Canyoneering | Rafting/Canoeing | |
| Easy | Level 1 | Hours of Activity: 1-3 | Total Elevation Feet Gain: 700 | Mountain Bike Miles: 5-10 | Hiking Miles: 1-5 | Rock Climbing: Low Angle Large Handholds | Canyoneering: Hiking/No Ropes | Rafting/Canoeing: Relaxed, Slow Moving Water |
| Level 2 | Hours of Activity: 2-4 | Total Elevation Feet Gain: 1200 | Mountain Bike Miles: 10-15 | Hiking Miles: 5-8 | Rock Climbing: Level 1 PLUS Small Handholds | Canyoneering: Level 1 PLUS Occasional Ropes | Rafting/Canoeing: Level 1 PLUS Easy Rapids Wide Channels | |
| Moderate | Level 3 | Hours of Activity: 3-5 | Total Elevation Feet Gain: 1800 | Mountain Bike Miles: 15-25 | Hiking Miles: 8-10 | Rock Climbing: Level 2 PLUS Steep Angles | Canyoneering: Level 2 PLUS Easy Rapels | Rafting/Canoeing: Level 2 PLUS Waves, Up to 4′ Narrow Channels |
| Seasoned | Level 4 | Hours of Activity: 4-6 | Total Elevation Feet Gain: 2200 | Mountain Bike Miles: 25-35 | Hiking Miles: 10-12 | Rock Climbing: x | Canyoneering: Level 3 PLUS Complex Ropes, Multiple Rapels | Rafting/Canoeing: Level 3 PLUS Long Rapids |
| Level 5 | Hours of Activity: 5-7 | Total Elevation Feet Gain: 3000 | Mountain Bike Miles: 35-50+ | Hiking Miles: 12-16+ | Rock Climbing: x | Canyoneering: x | Rafting/Canoeing: Level 4 PLUS Spinning, Large Waves | |
| Level | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| Easy | Level 1 | Maintained Gravel Roads, Easy Grades |
| Level 2 | Level 1 PLUS Unmaintained Dirt Roads, Maintained Singletrack Trail | |
| Moderate | Level 3 | Level 2 PLUS Moderate Grades, Some Unmaintained Singletrack |
| Seasoned | Level 4 | Level 3 PLUS Rocky Terrain – PLUS Longer, Steeper Ascents & Descents |
| Level 5 | Level 4 PLUS Some Exposed Sections Of Trail, Some Loose Climbs & Descents | |
A Word From Our Founders
For those who have yet to tour with us, we appreciate the opportunity to introduce you to our family-run company and guiding principles of sustainability and adventure. Our portfolio specializes in Western North America and is rapidly growing internationally. Building on over 100 destinations, we cater to the full spectrum of active traveler, respective to fitness level and activity type. From road cyclist to mountain biker to electric biker, hiker, and multi-sport enthusiast, and from first-timer to friends and family groups of all ability levels, on behalf of our Escape Adventures family, we look forward to many new and exciting adventures with you.
With much gratitude, and happy trails,
Jared and Heather Fisher
Founders and Owner-Operators
Escape Adventures
