About Go Wild: American Adventures

Go Wild: American Adventures

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Go Wild creates upscale wilderness backpacking, mule packing, and packrafting experiences for families, corporate groups, and off-the-beaten-path adventurers in Eastern Oregon. They operate paddling trips on the Minam River, and hiking trips in the Wallowa and Blue Mountains.

Besides gourmet all-inclusive outdoor adventures, they also offer an immersive self-guided walking history and tasting tour of Baker City. They are knowledgeable local guides with a thirst for adventure and a deep love of Eastern Oregon.  

Go Wild’s mission is dedicated to environmental education, partnerships with community businesses, and international outreach, Go Wild: American Adventures seeks to foster enthusiasm for the outdoors and the rural lifestyle, enliven the local community, and above all, having a “wild good time.” 

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Reviews & Ratings

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.9/5 TripAdvisor Traveler Rating based on 78 reviews
  • TripAdvisor Rating
    July 29, 2026
    Amber S

    My 4th Adventure with Go Wild: American Adventures and I'm already thinking about next summer.

    note: not rafting, just hiking and camping. This was a couples trip with four 60+ year olds and it was perfect from beginning to end! Having the mules/ pack horses haul in our packs was such a treat. Dan is a talented guide and cook - everything was thought out, easy for us and the meals and snacks were delicious. We spend four days and three nights up in the mountains and only saw one other person. It was remote and relaxing with a good amount of hiking and fishing activities. I can't think of a single improvement. I have now used Go Wild for an extended family backpacking trip, a public group trip my teenage son and I joined, a girls trip for 10 amazing women and now this private couples trip. All four were extraordinary and just one week post trip I am thinking about what trip I want to do next summer. If you are on the fence, just go for it! You won't regret it.

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    July 4, 2026
    Elijah S

    Wedding in Wallowas

    Amazing trip, great hiking and info on the best spots to go, but the best part was the amazing food we had for every meal. Would100% go again.

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    July 2, 2026
    Eileen W

    I only travel outdoors with Go Wild!

    This is my second trip with Go Wild and I will do it again and again. Dan is the best there is. I felt safe, cared for and well fed. Dan is a gem; knowledgeable, a steward to the land and very funny. Thank you for challenging me, Go Wild!!!

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    October 18, 2025
    Owen C

    GoWild Exceeded All My Expectations!

    Absolutely amazing time with Dan and GoWild paddling the Owyhee. Dan and his co-guide, Cori, strike a perfect balance between ensuring safety and education in a remote backcountry environment and still letting the participants 'let loose' and have a raw, untrammeled adventure experience. (i.e. Go Wild!). There are many components that I felt were 'above and beyond' when it came to GoWild, from the small, intimate group sizes to how knowledgeable, supportive, and even-keeled Dan and Cori remained in all manner of situations (truly stellar guides), but the cuisine truly is the hallmark at GoWild. It's varied, filling, and always sublime - consistently the best meals I've ever had in the wilderness!

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    September 1, 2025
    Shawn F

    One-Day Hiking & Fly Fishing Adventure with Dan from Go Wild

    What an unforgettable day in the backcountry! Dan from Go Wild was an incredible guide—knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about sharing the outdoors. From the moment we hit the trail, he made the experience feel effortless, combining a scenic hike with hands-on fly fishing instruction that was both accessible and inspiring. Dan did a fantastic job tailoring the day to our skill level, offering just the right mix of guidance and freedom to learn. We walked away with not only a deeper appreciation for fly fishing but also the confidence and knowledge to continue exploring it on our own. His enthusiasm is contagious, and it’s clear he genuinely enjoys helping others connect with nature in a meaningful way. Thanks again, Dan, for such an amazing day—I’m already looking forward to the next adventure!

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