Wasatch Mountain Guides

About Us

5.0 (67 reviews)
Wasatch Mountain Guides are professional IFMGA and AMGA certified Mountain Guides. We guide backcountry skiing, rock/alpine climbing and teach courses to prepare you for bigger world wide objectives like Matterhorn and Denali. The two owners Todd Passey and Willie Benegas are both IFMGA licensed Mountain Guides (internationally certified) with over 50 years of combined guiding experience. Both guide all over the world and on every continent. They choose the Wasatch as their home in large part because of the great access to skiing and climbing.

Est. 2017 Cottonwood Heights, Utah

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3606 Avondale Drive
801-855-6459

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Reviews

5.0 (67 reviews)

Trip: Hire a Ski Guide: Ski and Splitboard Touring

Guide: Todd P., Willie B.

We did a day out in the mountains behind Brighton with Willie and Todd—and it was one of the funnest ski days we’ve had as a family. Willie and Todd were both amazing guides—they made sure each of us was getting the most out of the day, and they guided us to the best routes with the best snow that the mountains had on offer that day. With their combined vast experience in the mountains, they taught us a lot about snow safety and some of the unique characteristics of the canyon. We would highly recommend them to anyone at any ability level looking for a great day in the backcountry.

By Hiroki A. on February 04, 2025


Trip: Hire a Ski Guide: Ski and Splitboard Touring

Guide: Todd P.

Todd is the best - knowledgeable in the backcountry and always looking for the best lines and maximum fun. Recommend 10/10

By Jake L. on February 04, 2025


Trip: Backcountry Essentials Course - Mary & Jake - Private Course

Guide: Erik F.

Amazing, informative, and so fun! We will definitely be booking with Erik again!

By Mary J. on February 03, 2025


Trip: Hybrid Avalanche Course Level 1

Guide: Winslow P.

Great communication, online classroom content, and fun field day. Would recommend!

By Todd B. on February 03, 2025


Trip: Book Willie Benegas

Guide: Willie B.

awesome opportunity to climb the legendary Wasatch with a world class climbing guide

By Roger R. on February 03, 2025


Trip: Book Winslow Passey

Guide: Winslow P.

Always love going touring with Winslow. Her expertise on avalanche safety and her knowledge of the Wasatch makes everyday enjoyable and safe. Even in a tougher snow condition say, we were still able to find some great stashes. Highly recommend Winslow!

By Cheryl D. on January 31, 2025


Trip: Backcountry Essentials Course - Dave Kusy - Private Course

Guide: Erik F.

Erik guided me (2 days) and my wife (1 day) for a modified backcountry essentials course in the Wasatch backcountry. I can’t recommend him enough. Super-knowledgeable, friendly and humble. I felt very comfortable in his risk assessment. I will absolutely use Erik again.

By David K. on January 23, 2025


Trip: Book Winslow Passey

Guide: Winslow P.

Thank you for the amazing day, Winslow! We’ve learnt a lot and really enjoyed our time together! Thank you for tailoring the experience to our needs!

By Katalin C. on January 21, 2025


Trip: Hire a Ski Guide: Ski and Splitboard Touring

Guide: Willie B.

Absolutely recommend using Wasatch Mountain guides. Communication and logistics were communicated clearly, and Willie did a fantastic job finding fresh lines that worked for our mixed group (from beginner to advanced). Can’t wait to get out and explore more of the little cottonwood backcountry with Willie next time I’m out there!

By Justin D. on January 14, 2025


Trip: Lift Accessed Skiing: Wasatch Sidecountry

Guide: Erik F.

I had such a great trip. Pow turns galore and Erik was an excellent and helpful guide.

By Shawn W. on January 13, 2025