Adventures, Courses, & Clinics

Adventure with the Finest Guides of the High Sierra

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Over 100+ Options to Have the Best Vacation Ever. Choose Yours.

Got all the gear, but not sure how to use it right or when to use it?

Want to push your boundaries doing something you have never done before but want to do it safely?

Want to learn a new skill and how to be able to do it on your own in the future?

Looking for something more than just the same old vacation on the beach or a different city and instead want to make some epic memories?

At Eastside Sports, we partner with and support Sierra Mountain Center (SMC) to empower adventurers with both the tools and the knowledge to push their boundaries safely. They are the only locally-based guide service in the Eastern Sierra Nevada accredited by the American Mountain Guide Association (AMGA), the governing professional body of all mountain guiding in the United States.

Why choose Sierra Mountain Center? Easy.

• Customized Experiences:
  With over 100+ adventure options, SMC offers a range of experiences to suit every interest—rock climbing, backpacking, skiing, and more. They pride themselves on crafting personalized adventures that match your unique passions and challenges. This means you’re not just forced to join a group trip; you’re embarking on a journey designed just for you if that is what you want.
• Quality Service From Your Booking to Trip Completion:
  At SMC, quality isn’t an afterthought—it’s the standard just like at Eastside Sports. At its core is a shared commitment to safety, education, and adventure. This collaboration brings together the best in high-quality gear and expert-led adventures, ensuring that every step you take into the great outdoors is safe, informed, and unforgettable. From the gear recommendations and purchases to the meticulous planning of each excursion, every detail is handled with the utmost care.

Note: Eastside Sports ensures to carry the items on SMC trip packing lists so that clients either can call the store for help, find it online, or try on gear when they get to town with expert-supervised fittings before making any major purchases. 

• Expert Guidance:
  SMC’s team consists of seasoned professionals who actively participate in AMGA courses and examinations, demonstrating their dedication to continuous learning and skill development. They adhere to the rigorous guidelines outlined by the American Mountain Guides Association within their Scope of Practice, ensuring that their clients can trust in the competence and ethical conduct of our guides. Their guides have years of experience navigating challenging terrain, ensuring you’re in safe, expert hands from start to finish. Whether you’re a novice or a veteran adventurer, SMC tailors each trip to your skill level, ensuring a rewarding experience without compromising safety.
• Local Knowledge:
  There’s nothing quite like exploring a landscape with locals who understand every twist and turn of the mountain trails. SMC’s deep roots in the region mean that you get an authentic, insider’s view of the Eastern Sierra’s hidden gems—places most tourists never get to see (or miss when they unknowingly pass by). This local expertise transforms every adventure into an unforgettable journey of discovery.

Choose Sierra Mountain Center for your next adventure and experience the Eastern Sierra like never before.

Embrace the challenge, explore safely, and create your own extraordinary story!