Reviews

Cory Costley

My wife and I just summitted Mt Borah with SMG for our 25th wedding anniversary, and they were fantastic through the whole process. They were timely and thorough in their communications and preparing us for what to expect. And Neils was a fantastic guide. He was super responsive to our needs and goals and put safety first. I highly recommend working with SMG to make the most of your adventures.

Michael A Kremkau

Thanks for the great two days on short notice. It was great to be back in the mountains. Matt was awesome!

Megan Roberts

Can't say enough wonderful things about this company! I booked a half day of rock climbing in Stanley and Jackson was my guide. He was so patient and encouraging and taught me lots of new things! The company was very communicative throughout the process and checked in a few times to make sure I didn't have any questions. Can't wait to go back.

Jon Campbell

Just wrapped up a 3 day 2 night trip with these guys and they blew away all our expectations. From planning through execution of the trip, communication was great. Shout out to our guide Jackson as not only is he incredibly intelligent and knows his way through these mountains…he’s just a genuinely great human being. If you’re planning a trip to this area and are looking for a guiding service to use, look no further. PS - I don’t think I’ve ever eaten as well as we did in the back country. The meals were outstanding.

Clinton Hillis

I saw a video of 4 people climb the super slabs. I thought it would be a good location for vacation with my family and an opportunity to send my first trad multi pitch. I called Rachel to inquire about the slab. I told her I wanted to lead my first trad multi pitch with my wife in tow and I wanted to hire a guide to manage my kids. I was working that day and she responded super positive about me climbing the slabs and that she would send me an invoice. I looked it over that night and I called her with some questions. It was $1,475.60. I asked her why I needed 2 guides, if I was leading my wife there was no need for a second. She said it was policy to have a guide per 2 people for safety. She also said that it’s unusual to lead. I made it clear I intended to lead my pitch and she said that my guides would work out all the details the day of. She also said there is single routes nearby that we could climb if anyone was unable to make it up their pitches. I sat on the invoice for a few day obviously conflicted. I called asking for something specific, I was clear in what I was asking for and what my expectations were. She charged me a premium for 2 guides. I met my guides the day of and they asked me what gear I had, I rattled off my rack and they told me I wouldn’t be doing any lead climbing that day. I wasn’t given the option on any route. I was separated from my wife and son for a majority of the climb and was left with a massive feeling that I missed an opportunity. The guides also had us walk down from the summit on steep terrain that my 9 year old fell on multiple times because there wasn’t time to rappel down. It was a massive disappointment. Rachel, you ruined my adventure. I wish I never called you. For anyone looking for a (rock climbing) guide service that will provide you with an actual service and not a rigid product that’s excessively priced. I highly recommend Smith Rock. You can find guides there for around 500 a day. The climbing is way more accessible so your day won’t get eaten up in travel. Also it’s 60$ an hour if you go over time and you will be involved in all as opposed to none of the decision making. Smith Rock is Disneyland. It’s worth the drive and you will save enough on your guide for a hotel and food. Some of the positives. My sons had a good time. They enjoyed themselves and really thought they did something. The experience was positive for them and our guides Neil’s and Drew were genuinely good dudes. I couldn’t enjoy myself as I was fuming most of the day. My boys are interested in doing more multi pitch climbs. For that I’m thankful. I will be returning home with clean gear, anger and regret. If you love your kids, hate money and have no ambition or desire to learn. Sawtooth Mountain Guides is for you.

Melissa Fisher

This camp site is absolutely amazing! Great location, very clean, and well taken care of. JIM the camp host is the best host ever!!!! We will be coming back in a couple of weekends and hope this will be our new spot (if we can get in as its very popular), Thank you Jim for being so wonderful!

Trever Simmons

Best camp spots in my opinion.. Merle and Veren are the best camp hosts. Tent camping you can't beat..

Lisa Young

Nice clean campground with wooded sights. First come first serve..no reservations very busy place!

Ron Manning

Great campground, it's not on the lake, it sits on a bench above sockeye campground. Its maybe a 5 minute walk to the lake. Very quiet and peaceful. There are a few really good secluded spots at this campground compared to the other campgrounds on Redfish lake.

Matthew Timmons

Top 3 most beautiful places I've ever seen in my existence