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Ready to get some fresh air, but not sure how to plan your escape from the urban jungle?
We scout out the best trails, the most scenic routes and the friendliest, most knowledgeable guides to ensure your adventure is fantastic.
Founded in 1982 as a day-hiking company, Outdoor Bound now leads thousands of outdoor enthusiasts on over 170 different trips every year. In addition to a diverse array of stunning hikes, you can explore the outdoors in multi-day weekend excursions, international adventure travel and even volunteer projects abroad.
From mountain biking, downhill skiing and snowshoeing day trips to rock climbing, horseback riding and whitewater rafting multi-sport adventures, Outdoor Bound specifically designs trips that will leave you feeling invigorated and surprisingly pampered. Our guides are trained in wilderness medicine, and make sure all our clients have a great time, learn something, and connect with other New Yorkers. With Outdoor Bound, adventure is closer than you think.
Hike & Hound in the Press!
Outdoor Bound’s Hike & Hound, in partnership with Leashes and Lovers, was recently featured in a syndicated AP news article, Social Networks for Those Who Must Love Dogs: “Dog lovers look for human lovers in social networks for those who must love dogs.”
2008 Internship and Guide Positions Available
We are accepting applications for excellent new Interns and Guides for 2008. Learn more (click on Our Team and scroll to the bottom of the page).
Welcome to Our New Site!
Find new ways to get out of town with Outdoor Bound. Our trips are now organized in easy-to-use categories, and we include a new, convenient search function. Browse through our diverse programs to find the adventure perfect for you.
For our multi-day excursions and adventure travel packages, find the trips neatly organized in day-by-day itineraries. If you want to invite your friends on a trip, simply use the new Tell-a-Friend feature. We love hearing from you; use our contact form to send us your feedback.
Welcome to the new Outdoor Bound!
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Saturday, October 11
The Great Range Traverse Trekking Weekend
The Perfect Columbus Day Weekend Getaway!
$395 -
Saturday, October 11
Rock Climbing in the Gunks
Climb at the legendary Shawangunk Ridge. No experience necessary!
$169 -
Saturday, October 11
Hike & Hound 6-Mile Hike
Assuage your “I live in the City and have a dog” guilt and get some healthful outdoor exercise with your best (four-legged) friend!
$75 -
Saturday, October 11
Singles Canopus Lake Hike
Easy-Moderate Hike on the Appalachian Trail
Sold out! Wait list me >$49 -
Saturday, October 11
Full Moon Hike
Hike 5.5 miles beneath the night sky and toast marshmallows by the bonfire!
$59 -
Sunday, October 12
Schunemunk Mountain Hike
Moderate/challenging 8 mile hike with stunning views!
Sold out! Wait list me >$49 -
Sunday, October 12
Millbrook Mountain & Lake Minnewaska
Moderate 7.5-mile hike from gemlike Lake Minnewaska to Millbrook Mountain; fall foliage and sweeping views!
Sold out! Wait list me >$59 -
Sunday, October 12
High Ropes Climbing
Diverse rope elements to challenge you physically and mentally.
$129
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Saturday, October 11
The Great Range Traverse Trekking Weekend
The Perfect Columbus Day Weekend Getaway!
$395 -
Saturday, October 11
Rock Climbing in the Gunks
Climb at the legendary Shawangunk Ridge. No experience necessary!
$169 -
Saturday, October 11
Hike & Hound 6-Mile Hike
Assuage your “I live in the City and have a dog” guilt and get some healthful outdoor exercise with your best (four-legged) friend!
$75 -
Saturday, October 11
Singles Canopus Lake Hike
Easy-Moderate Hike on the Appalachian Trail
Sold out! Wait list me >$49 -
Saturday, October 11
Full Moon Hike
Hike 5.5 miles beneath the night sky and toast marshmallows by the bonfire!
$59 -
Sunday, October 12
Schunemunk Mountain Hike
Moderate/challenging 8 mile hike with stunning views!
Sold out! Wait list me >$49 -
Sunday, October 12
Millbrook Mountain & Lake Minnewaska
Moderate 7.5-mile hike from gemlike Lake Minnewaska to Millbrook Mountain; fall foliage and sweeping views!
Sold out! Wait list me >$59 -
Sunday, October 12
High Ropes Climbing
Diverse rope elements to challenge you physically and mentally.
$129
Day Trips
For the past 26 years, Outdoor Bound has offered hiking trips throughout New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut and New Jersey. You can choose from a variety of hikes for all skill levels — from scaling 14 peaks to hiking with your dog. We also offer a variety of active day trips. Hot air ballooning, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, hang gliding and skiing are just a few of the day trips that will whet your appetite for adventure.
Multi-Day
On a multi-day trip, you have the opportunity to experience several days of different activities. Our trips include combinations of rafting, mountain biking, horseback riding, climbing, caving and more. After an exciting day, sleep in our hand-picked accommodations. Whether a log cabin in West Virginia or roughing it under the stars, we promise the utmost care from our certified Outdoor Bound guides.
Adventure Travel
Outdoor Bound has designed our unique international trips to provide a combination of cultural immersion and multi-sport adventure. From exploring ancient caves in Belize to scuba diving in Indonesia, our Outdoor Bound host guides will ensure your safety and comfort while in a foreign country and our local guides will lead you through their native lands. Destinations include Nepal, Brazil, Costa Rica, Belize, Croatia, Turkey, Iceland and more.
Life Change Fitness
Choose from a variety of programs to help you get in shape while you learn a new skill or develop an old one. On one of our brand-new 8 or 16 week life change programs you will get the opportunity to actively challenge yourself every week in one of a variety of disciplines including: hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing and more.
Corporate
Break out of the usual work–outing mindset and let us plan an exciting day outdoors for your team. Our corporate trips can provide an environment for teambuilding activites, or just plain fun away from the office. From horseback riding and wine tastings to whitewater rafting and rock climbing, let the outdoors be your environment to challenge and entertain your team.
Youth Programs
In a world where adolescents often spend half their free time in front of the television or computer, Outdoor Bound strives to offer a fun, engaging and challenging alternative. Your teenager can spend time with other city teens while rock climbing, camping, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, skiing or hiking. Our experienced guides incorporate teamwork and education into all our trips to make sure your child can safely appreciate the outdoors.
Volunteer Abroad
By volunteering through Outdoor Bound, you have the chance to make a valuable difference in the lives of others, while, at the same time, traveling the world and immersing yourself in a new culture. We design our volunteer vacations to ensure that you work in a safe and nurturing environment, often learning new skills. Your native guides will also lead you on tours and activities during your free time.
