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Backcountry Skiing: The Backpacker Guide to Chasing Wild Snow

Like the backcountry in the summer? You'll love it in the winter. Take your first steps into the world of backcountry skiing the safe and fun way with this advice from Backpacker.

Backcountry Skiing Gear

The boots, bindings, boards, and safety gear you need to ditch the lift line.


Where to Backcountry Ski

From defunct resorts to mountainside powder stashes, chase your bliss.


Backcountry Skiing Skills

Stay safe and have fun by learning your way around the backcountry before you leave.