Add My Hike FAQs For New Hosts v2

What does this cost? There are no upfront costs for adding your hikes. Outerthere charges a 7% platform fee of the base price for your hike from every reservation capped to $500/year. This fee is based on what you've opted into when you were onboarded. If you do not get any reservations, Outerthere does not receive a fee. See Terms below.

I've never hosted a hike in my life, but I want to. Is that OK? Add My Hike is for you! Not sure how to get started, apply for the Host Accelerator Program. Curious about how the business of outdoor recreation works, subscribe to the Hosting Trips newsletter. And once you've added your hike, you'll be able to continue to receive ongoing support and insights to turn you from a first-timer to an outdoor trip professional within weeks. 

How will I get paid? All payouts are sent next business day after your trip via PayPal and after you've accrued at least $100 in reservations. No PayPal? Visit here to get one. See Terms for more details.

What if my hikes do not get any reservations? Don't worry. Unless you're an established host or influencer, it'll take about 2 to 3 hikes (or 2 to 3 months) before your they start to see growing reservations. The good news is that you'll be able to tap into Outerthere's expertise and data insights anytime to understand trends and improve your trip listing and increase your reservations.

What kinds of hikes should I list? All ideas welcome! No ideas? See all the hikes that have been added to Outerthere over the years. See terms.

How much should I charge for my hike? First, understand that you're providing a valuable service to your guests. We call it your "secret sauce". And providing this service has a cost. Understanding how much to charge for your hike starts with understanding your costs and then your value. We recommend seeing what others are charging on Outerthere.com for similar hikes in your area and basing it off a price that makes sense for you and the audience you want to reach. That said, there's a minimum price of $40 for hikes added after Sep 2024. If you'd like to learn more about how and why to charge, we strongly recommend applying to our free virtual class, the Host Accelerator Program here.

What if I need help or have other questions? You're in good hands with Outerthere's support for guides and hosts. In addition to ongoing guidance and pro-tips, you'll be able to reach us by using the chatbox at the bottom of any page or replying to any emails you receive.

This is a lot of work. Why should I add my hike on Outerthere? Your hikes are a kind of inventory. And the best way to sell your inventory is to distribute them in as many places as possible. 30,000+ outdoorsy locals visit Outerthere.com every year to discover amazing outdoor activities that they can book. You should definitely be in front of them! So the more hikes you add, the more you'll earn.