Philmont’s Unique Treks are designed for those seeking a different kind of backcountry experience, something tailored, elevated, or purpose-built beyond the traditional crew trek. Whether you’re an adult looking for a new challenge, a fast-moving adventurer, someone craving a more luxurious and supported experience, or a youth needing additional guidance to thrive on the trail, these treks showcase Philmont’s 140,000 acres in ways as unique as each participant.
Fee: $750
A new, exciting way to see the Philmont Backcountry in a new, modern Fastpacking style. This is a Fastpacking trek
that will be out for 4 days and 3 nights in the Philmont Backcountry. A well-supported trek that will have individuals from around the country fastpacking in the Philmont Backcountry.
A new exciting way to see the Philmont Backcountry in a new modern Fastpacking style. This is a Fastpacking trek that will be out for 4 days and 3 nights in the Philmont Backcountry. A well supported trek that will have individuals from around the country fastpacking in the Philmont Backcountry.
Fee: $750
(2025)
“Supported” 7-day backcountry treks designed for Scouts with special needs. This trek requires a parent or caregiver to accompany the hike. This customized experience is designed to meet the Scouts’ abilities and is supported by trained staff and volunteers.
Each trek is limited to a 12 person crew; 6 Scouts and 6 parents/caregivers.
(2025)
“Supported” 7-day backcountry treks designed for Scouts with special needs. This trek requires a parent or caregiver to accompany the hike. This customized experience is designed to meet the Scouts’ abilities and is supported by trained staff and volunteers.
Each trek is limited to a 12 person crew; 6 Scouts and 6 parents/caregivers.
Fee: $2,900 per person (2025)
A luxury cavalcade that traces the horseback trips of Waite Phillips as he and guests would visit his favorite camps!
Ride the trails of history, enjoy upscale meals, social hours, learn the local history and have the opportunity to relax in the beauty of Philmont’s Backcountry.
Fee: $2,900 Per Person (2025)
A luxury cavalcade that traces the horseback trips of Waite Phillips as he and guests would visit his favorite camps!
Ride the trails of history, enjoy upscale meals, social hours, learn the local history and have the opportunity to relax in the beauty of Philmont’s Backcountry.
Fee: $2700 per person (2025)
Philmont’s Hut-to-Hut program is a luxury trek. While you daypack between locations, our staff will move your belongings to the next location and set up your accommodations. Guests will enjoy upscale meals and opportunities to socialize, relax, and explore Philmont’s natural beauty.
Fee: $2,700 (2025)
Philmont’s Hut-to-Hut program is a luxury trek. While you daypack between locations, our staff will move your belongings to the next location and set up your accommodations. Guests will enjoy upscale meals and opportunities to socialize, relax, and explore Philmont’s natural beauty.
All crews that sign up for a 2026 trek are eligible to receive the limited edition America’s 250 birthday patch after their trek!
