You've spent years learning these trails. You know where the tricky sections are, where to air down, where that hidden waterfall sits. What if that experience could pay for your next build?
You've spent years learning these trails. You know where the tricky sections are, where to air down, where that hidden waterfall sits just off the main path. You've pulled people out of mud holes, talked nervous drivers through their first rock crawl, and watched the sun set from spots most people will never see.
What if that experience could pay for your next build?
The Side Hustle You're Already Qualified For
Here's the thing: you don't need certifications, a business license, or a fancy rig. Requirements vary by location, so check your local regulations. But what matters most is experience and passion for the sport.
What you need is exactly what you already have:
- Deep knowledge of local trails
- A capable rig with recovery gear
- The patience to lead a group safely
- A genuine love for the sport
That's it. If you've ever led friends on a trail ride, you've already done this job for free.
What Guiding Actually Looks Like
Forget what you think you know about "tour guides" reading scripts from laminated cards. Off-road guiding is just... doing what you already do, but with people who'll pay for the experience.
A typical guided ride:
- Meet at a staging area you've used a hundred times
- Quick trail briefing and safety chat
- Hit the trail at your pace
- Share the stories, the tips, the local knowledge
- Maybe stop for lunch at your favorite overlook
- Help everyone get home with new skills and great memories
You're not performing. You're just sharing what you love with people who want to learn.
Why Riders Pay for Local Guides
Think about what out-of-towners are up against:
They've dropped serious money on a machine. Driven hours to get here. Booked lodging. They've got maybe two days to ride trails they've never seen.
Now they're standing at a trailhead with a paper map, trying to figure out:
- Which trail matches their skill level?
- Where are the sections that'll damage their rig?
- Where are the views worth stopping for?
- What's the local protocol when trails intersect?
They don't want to waste their trip. They don't want to break something on day one. They want someone who's done this a hundred times to show them the good stuff.
That's you.
The Flexibility Is the Point
This isn't a job. There's no schedule, no boss, no minimum hours.
Guide when you want. Block off weeks you're busy. Only accept trips that work for your life.
Some guides run trips every weekend. Others pick up one or two a month when it fits. Some only guide during peak season when demand is highest.
You set your rates. You set your availability. You decide which booking requests to accept.
"But What About..."
Liability?
Every rider signs a comprehensive liability waiver before the ride. They're acknowledging the inherent risks of off-road driving.
I'm not a teacher.
You don't need to be. Most riders book guides because they want local knowledge and a safe experience, not a classroom lecture. Just be yourself.
My truck isn't fancy enough.
Guides don't provide vehicles. Riders bring their own rigs. You provide the route, the knowledge, and the leadership.
I don't want to commit to a schedule.
You're not an employee. Guide when you want, skip when you don't. No minimums, no penalties.
What It Pays
Guides set their own rates. Most charge $150-300 for a half-day, $300-500 for a full day, depending on trails and group size.
You keep 90% of every booking. The platform handles payments, waivers, and booking logistics.
Run a couple trips a month? That's potentially enough to cover parts, payments, or fuel for your own adventures.
This Is Really About One Thing
You already spend time on the trails. You already help people figure out routes and lines and obstacles.
The only question is whether you want to get paid for it.
Your trail knowledge took years to build. It has real value. People will pay for it.
All you have to do is say yes.
The application takes 5 minutes. We'll review it and get back to you within 48 hours.
