Gal Pals Backpacking Adventure: Coyote Gulch Edition

About This Event to Coyote Gulch

One of our favorite parts about backpacking is finally getting uninterrupted time with friends. There’s no service, no emails, no phone calls, no texts. Zero obligations. Just 100% presence. How often does that happen these days? Very. Rarely.

If you’re like us, then you’ve been craving this distraction-free time on the trail too. And, if you’re like us, you also love adventure and bucket-list-worthy views.

But, maybe you don’t have anyone to go with. Maybe your friends aren’t backpacking friends. Or maybe your significant other isn’t into backpacking.

If you are an experienced backpacker who is looking for some fun, adventurous women to explore the beautiful backcountry with, then you don’t want to miss our women-only-backpack in Coyote Gulch!

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Join Wine Hiking Society ambassador Tori for 4 days / 3 nights and backpack in Coyote Gulch, featuring one of the most iconic arches in Utah.

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Before we hit the trail for our 3-day, 2-night backpack, we’ll spend 1 night car camping along Hole in the Rock Road. That way, you don’t have to get up early to make the long drive.

TRAIL RATING: Moderate (~600 ft. of elevation gain)

LENGTH: ~20 miles RT

CARPOOLING: Will be coordinated via a Zoom planning meeting. Please plan your travel time accordingly.

TENT SHARING: Because tent spots are limited in backcountry sites, tent sharing will be required unless we end up with an odd number of participants.

Email admin@winehikingsociety.com if you wish to be considered for a solo tent option (if available) and let us know why you would like this accommodation.

$299 Cost Includes:

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• WHS Backpacking Checklist so you know what gear you need
• 3 days, 2 nights at a beautiful backcountry campsite
• Food menu ideas tailored to backpacking in the desert
• Emergency gear including two group first aid kits, GPS locator / SOS device
• Two experienced backpacking guides who are both certified in first-aid and CPR

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What the Cost Does NOT Include:–

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• Transportation to / from the trailhead
• Alcohol, food while backpacking, clothing, backpacking gear

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• Keeps our costs down which, in turn, keeps your cost down. Similar guided tours that include “some” gear and meals while on trail will cost you upwards of $1,600
• This trip is catered towards experienced backpackers who likely have most of their own gear

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If there is some gear you do not have, the following items are available for rent in our shop:

• Backpack
• Tent
• Sleeping Bag
• Sleeping Pad
• Backpacking Stove (JetBoil Stash)
• Backpacking Chair

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IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ

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Backpacking experience is required.

Pricing is based on each attendee’s ability to be self-sufficient while backpacking. Below are requirements to attend this backpacking trip.

Basic Requirements to Attend: 

• Need little to no direction on the following:
  • How to pack you backpack
  • What gear is required
  • Clothing and footwear needed
  • Basic trail finding
  • Food / menu planning
  • Leave No Trace Principles

WHS backpacking trips rated as MODERATE also have the following requirements:

• Ability to hike 5-10 miles per day with a 35-pound backpack
• Average backpacking pace: 40-minute miles
• Been backpacking two (2) or more times and did not rely on someone else for direction on the “Basic” requirements

Email us at admin@winehikingsociety.com if you have questions about these requirements.

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Day 1: Leave SLC area around 10 AM, drive to Hole in the Rock Road, and find campsite.

Day 2: Drive to trailhead, hike approximately 7 miles, and set up base camp.

Day 3: Leave base camp, day hike to the Black Lagoon and Cliff Arch. (No moving camp!)

Day 4: Pack up and head back to the trailhead.

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Cancellations prior to August 1, 2024, will be eligible for a full refund minus a $50 convenience fee. Cancellations prior to September 1, 2024, will be eligible for a 50% refund minus a $50 convenience fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellations after August 31, 2024. NO EXCEPTIONS.

What to Expect after Reserving Your Spot

1. After booking, you will receive a confirmation email. Don’t see a confirmation? Check your junk folder. Not there either? E-mail us at admin@winehikingsociety.com!
2. Around 30 days before the event, you’ll receive important information, such as the full itinerary and our trip-specific packing checklist.
3. One week before the the event, you will receive a group text message with the other event attendees so we can communicate any last minutes items or updates.

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IMPORTANT: Be sure to read “THINGS TO NOTE” on the reservation page before signing up for this event.

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