From a single backpacking trip to a global community of adventurers, this is how SummitX came to life.
SummitX wasn't born in a boardroom. It started on a rugged trail in the Pacific Northwest in 2013. Alex and Jordan, lifelong friends and avid backcountry enthusiasts, realized how difficult it was to find safe, authentic, and sustainable adventure experiences.
After navigating permit nightmares, unreliable gear rentals, and overly commercialized tours, they made a pact: they'd build something different. Something that put safety, nature, and genuine human connection at the center of every journey.
To responsibly connect people with the natural world through safe, expertly guided, and transformative outdoor experiences. We strive to make wilderness accessible while leaving every trail better than we found it.
A future where every generation has access to sustainable outdoor adventures. We envision a world where exploration fosters conservation, and every step on the trail strengthens our bond with the planet and each other.
Key moments that shaped who we are and where we're headed.
SummitX founded in Portland. Launched with 3 local day hikes and a single 4x4 shuttle.
First international expedition to the Swiss Alps. Partnered with local mountain guides.
Celebrated our 10Kth guest with a community cleanup across 12 national parks.
Offset 100% of trip emissions and transitioned to zero-waste camping equipment.
Expanded to every continent except Antarctica, maintaining our core values at scale.
These principles guide every trip, every partnership, and every decision we make.
Certified guides, rigorous protocols, and premium gear on every expedition.
Leave No Trace is our baseline. We actively restore and protect wild spaces.
Small groups, shared meals, and lifelong friendships forged on the trail.
Decades of combined field experience in navigation, first aid, and ecology.
No commercial shortcuts. Just real nature, real challenges, real growth.
The passionate explorers who turned a trail-side conversation into a global adventure company.
A former search-and-rescue volunteer and certified mountaineer, Alex brings relentless attention to safety and logistics to every expedition.
A naturalist and former documentary photographer, Jordan designs itineraries that balance challenge with awe, and adventure with education.
Join our community of explorers. Whether you're stepping onto a trail for the first time or chasing your peak, we'll be there to guide the way.
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