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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5.0 (67 reviews)

Trip: Hybrid Avalanche Course Level 1

Guide: Erik F.

I recently took an avalanche safety course with Erik Fullmer and Wasatch Mountain Guides, and I can’t recommend them enough. The course was incredibly educational and truly transformative for my confidence in backcountry recreation. Before taking the course, I felt uncertain and hesitant about venturing into avalanche terrain. Now, I not only feel more prepared but also have a wealth of resources to continue learning and refining my skills. The hybrid course packed a lot of complex material into two field days and an online class, and while it was impossible to absorb everything in that short time, Erik provided an extensive collection of resources to help me study and retain the information at my own pace. Avalanche safety is a nuanced and challenging subject, but the way the course was structured made it approachable and engaging. Erik was a fantastic instructor. Patient, knowledgeable, and attentive. With a class size of just two people, the instruction felt highly personalized. This intimate setting made it impossible to fade into the background or leave without a solid understanding of the material. Erik tailored the experience to our needs, answering questions thoroughly and giving individualized advice. The two days in the field were not only educational but also incredibly fun. Erik planned our routes thoughtfully, ensuring they were both enjoyable to ski and practical for learning snow and conditions assessment. The hands-on opportunities to evaluate snowpacks and discuss decision-making in real time were invaluable. Overall, this course provided tremendous value. If you’re looking to improve your avalanche safety knowledge while having an unforgettable time in the mountains, I wholeheartedly recommend Erik Fullmer and Wasatch Mountain Guides. They set you up for success not just during the course but far beyond it.

By Amber R. on January 13, 2025


Trip: Book Willie Benegas

Guide: Willie B.

Willie is of course a legendary mountaineer. He gave me a lot of good practical information for a big climb I have coming up.

By Mike T. on December 30, 2024


Trip: Hybrid Avalanche Course Level 1

Guide: Erik F.

Took Avy 1 in December and the class was great. Loved the 4:1 ratio for the class. Erik was professional, engaging, and accommodating to the students. Learned a ton during our two field days and am really happy with the experience. Would definitely recommend folks check out WMG for avy training!

By Matt C. on December 23, 2024


Trip: Hybrid Avalanche Course Level 1

Guide: Erik F.

By Daniel J. on December 23, 2024


Trip: Hire a Ski Guide: Ski and Splitboard Touring

Guide: Erik F.

I had a great time learning about BC ski touring with Erik F. last week. He's very knowledgeable, super patient and an excellent teacher. I learned a lot about uphill technique, route planning, snow conditions and avalanche hazards. Looking forward to going out w/ Erik again in Feb., 2025. Highly recommended!

By Richard K. on December 23, 2024


Trip: Book Winslow Passey

Guide: Winslow P.

Challenging but gorgeous and awesome ascent reaching the summit of Mount Superior on my birthday! Winslow was fabulous as guide as usual!

By Patricia A. on December 19, 2024


Trip: Hybrid Avalanche Course Level 1

Guide: Erik F.

It was absolutely a phenomenal, instructional, and inspiring weekend - Erik F. is a wealth of knowledge, imparts his passion for the back country with an emphasis on safety & caution!! Despite less than desirable conditions (stormy, cold) it was an experience that I will treasure and cant wait to continue my learning and love for the back country!

By Christian L. on December 16, 2024


Trip: Hybrid Avalanche Course Level 1 (private - Mike M. party)

Guide: Erik F.

A massive THANK YOU to WMG for tailoring our Avalanche 1 course to our specific needs all while ensuring all material was covered and taught well. My girls had a great experience and learned a lot! Thank you Erik and crew. We really appreciate it!

By Michael M. on December 08, 2024


Trip: Guided Rock Climbing in Utah (Full Day)

Guide: Todd P.

By Sage B. on October 17, 2024


Trip: Book Todd Passey

Guide: Todd P.

By David B. on September 18, 2024