Take it easy in these 15 accessible, mellow areas for some of the best backcountry skiing in the Lower 48.

Ouachita National Forest, Arkansas

Get the best of three of America's best wild areas on these tours de force.

Nevada's Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area has miles of trails and hundreds of climbing routes just a short drive from the Strip.

Whether you’re after mellow snowshoe flats or steep powder runs, you’ll get both—as well as a four-burner stove and a full-size bed—in Gothic, Colorado.

Embark on a treasure hunt to find rock art—and clues of the past.

Visit Georgia's best section of the Appalachian Trail in winter for a crowd-free experience and Blue Ridge vistas frosted in white.

See arches and sea stacks—and no people—when you visit the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor in winter.

Bigger-than-life wilderness plus smile-a-second skiing equals the best winter trip on Earth.

Get the popular Giant Forest to yourself when you visit Sequoia National Park in winter.

Get a new perspective on an iconic view when you look through Canyonlands National Park's famous Mesa Arch in winter.

Gear up for the United States' toughest long path with these expert picks.

Headed out on the Pacific Crest Trail? Expert thru-hiker Liz “Snorkel” Thomas breaks down the gear you’ll need.

Get ready for your AT thru-hike with this gear checklist from expert thru-hiker Liz "Snorkel" Thomas.

While most national parks cut services, it will be (mostly) business as usual at the Big Ditch.

From Kenya to California, our staff picks their top trails of the year.

You don’t have to go far away to get far away in this winter-perfect national park.

Cumberland Island National Seashore, Georgia

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Minnesota

Just you, the squirrels, and your shortcomings.

From Canada to Peru to New Zealand, our writers have been to some wild places. Put these on your wish list for next year.

Trek deep into the heart of the mountains to find an ancient city.

On a packrafting trip in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, our scout finds what lies behind the mythology of the landscape—and her own past.

On Canada's west coast, countless animals—and the occasional kayaker—thrive.