Find Your Best Self Outside.

Have the confidence to say "yes."

Five Miles Further is a training ground and community for those ready to move past the crowded trailheads and into the true backcountry. We believe that feeling safe and capable outdoors comes from a single source: Preparation.

Our approach integrates fitness and skills into one practice. We help you build the lungs to handle the elevation and the wisdom to handle the unexpected.

Whether you are training 1:1 to lead your family with confidence, or joining the community to find a trusted partner for the trail, we provide the support to help you cross the gap between "I hope I can" and "I know I can."

Preparedness and Safety

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Join a team dedicated to building the fitness, skills, and strategy required to stay safe and capable in the backcountry.

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Shared Adventure

Get The Partner Pass

Launch Special: The best miles are shared. Buy a Founderโ€™s Membership and bring a partner for free. (Pre-Sale Ends Dec 31st)

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Upcoming Adventures

We donโ€™t just train in a gym. We train to go places. See the calendar of upcoming trips and workshops.

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What Our Adventurers Are Saying

5-star rating

"What a wonderful trip this was! Our guide, Lee, was so knowledgeable and helped us find the perfect backpacking trail. We went over 4th of July weekend and didn't see a single person on the trail."

โ€“ Chris S., Google Review
5-star rating

"Lee and Gigi were the best! They really helped the group power through the tougher parts of the hike while still being in the moment. I also really liked the dynamic stretching and the explaining that went into why we are moving the way we are."

โ€“ Karina R., Google Review

Upcoming Events

Wayfinding: Risk Management and Defining The Backcountry

Wayfinding: Risk Management and Defining The Backcountry

Date: December 15, 2026

Member Exclusive. Lee breaks down risk management in the backcountry.


Wayfinding: The Art of Not Getting Lost

Wayfinding: The Art of Not Getting Lost

Date: December 22, 2026

Member Exclusive. Lee covers the hierarchy of navigation: Observation, Analog Tools, and Digital Tech.

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