Skiing and snowboarding in the backcountry have their challenges, but for many fans, the benefits outweigh the risks.

More than 500 people gathered in Park City last weekend for an evening of bluegrass, fundraising and avalanche rescue dogs at the 11th annual Backcountry BowWow, organized by the Park City ...

Once the realm of dedicated ski bums, backcountry skiing grew alongside ticket prices and lift lines, with popularity exploding in the pandemic.

IFMGA Guide Mark Smiley is thinking way outside the box with his ultralight backcountry skiing tools.

How dangerous is extreme backcountry skiing — and when does the pursuit of adventure cross into unnecessary risk? Those questions are at the center of a deadly avalanche in the Sierra Nevada that left ...

This video features epic skiing moments from deep powder runs to smooth groomed trails with stunning mountain views. Watch ...

An avalanche in the Sierra Nevada killed eight backcountry skiers and left one missing from a guided tour group. The incident has raised questions about the risks of backcountry skiing, especially ...

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- The group of 15 backcountry skiers, including four guides, was on a three-day trek organized by Blackbird Mountain Guides to Castle Peak during the deadliest avalanche in the ...

But this year’s snow drought — and the ferocious February storm in the middle of it — are both in line with how climate ...

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Watch as this skier tackles complex slopes and calculations on the backcountry, blending adventure with precision on every run.