Recreation Guide
Summary
Leads guided outdoor recreation activities like hiking, biking, and snowshoeing in Yosemite National Park and Stanislaus National Forest, while providing trip planning and interpretive programs for lodge guests.
COMPENSATION: Starting at $21 per hour plus tips
SNAPSHOT
A hands-on hospitality role where every day brings new adventures — both on the job and outside in Yosemite’s great outdoors.
IS THIS THE RIGHT JOB FOR ME?
- Do you love making people happy and being part of a diverse team?
- Have a strong work ethic and a positive attitude?
- Enjoy the outdoors and living in a remote, nature-filled setting?
- Want to gain guiding and guest service experience — with room to grow if you excel?
If that sounds like you, this might be the perfect role.
ABOUT US
We are a group of exceptional lodges bordering Yosemite National Park, near granite peaks, fresh mountain air, and some of the most iconic views in the world. We’re looking for a Recreation Guide who is excited about providing memorable hospitality experiences and helping support a fun and rewarding work environment.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Supportive, inclusive team culture
- Knowledgeable coworkers who share expertise and guidance
- Work where people vacation — hike, climb, explore, or relax in Yosemite’s beauty on your days off
WHAT WE OFFER
- Sick pay in first year; paid time off there after
- Healthcare benefits available within 90 days
- 401K eligible with company match after 1 year
- Regular work schedule with specific days off
- If living in lodge-owned housing, room & board available for fixed weekly cost
WHAT YOU WILL DO (JOB SUMMARY)
The Evergreen Lodge & Rush Creek Lodge & Spa is looking for fun, talented Outdoor Recreation Guides with broad experiences leading outdoor guided trips and a love for and interest in interpretive programs. We are seeking a guide who possesses strong people skills as well as strong outdoor skills and experience, and who is excited to share their experiences and passion for the outdoors with diverse audiences.
Our professional Recreation Guides work with our Recreation Manager to promote, coordinate and lead all of the Lodge's off-site recreation programs and activities in Yosemite National Park and Stanislaus National Forest. While our guided adventures include hiking, biking, backpacking, sightseeing, and snowshoeing trips, the Recreation Guide Service provides a variety of additional services, including expert advice, trip planning, and on-site activities. While guides mainly conduct naturalist tours/hikes, they cross-train, support and execute various recreational programs and activities (including assisting at our Recreation Desk).
Our recreation department takes pride not only in our work but also in our shared passion for the great outdoors. On weekends, we are the trailblazers, the backpackers, the rock climbers, and the explorers, driven by the same spirit that fuels our professional pursuits. If you're ready to turn your love for the outdoors into a Yosemite adventure, come be a part of our team and help others discover the magic of this iconic wilderness. Let's make every day a celebration of nature, and every trip an unforgettable journey. Are you ready for your Yosemite adventure?