SWS Mountain Guides has been guiding adventures since 1981, we stand as one of California’s pioneering mountain guiding companies. Our legacy is built on a robust organizational foundation, an unwavering commitment to safety, and the exceptional quality of our guides.

Our guides’ passion, generosity, and enthusiasm for sharing the mountains are at the heart of our company. Our commitment to continuous improvement, we’re not just skilled professionals but also dedicated mentors. Our aim is to make your experience not just memorable and unique, but also educational.

Along with our guides boasting professional certifications from organizations such as the American Mountain Guides Association, Professional Climbing Guides Institute, American Avalanche Association, Leave No Trace, and Wilderness Medical Associations. One of our owners is also a physician with an expertise in high altitude medicine. She provides a bi-annual training and is committed to being available to all our guides.

With over 43 years of guiding experience, we remain dedicated to more than just leading climbs; we craft transformative mountain experiences. Our focus is always on our guests, with the mountains as our playground.