Classic Ski Lines
Legendary backcountry descents of the United States and Canada
The Mountains Are Calling
From the steep couloirs of the Tetons to the endless powder of British Columbia, North America offers some of the world's most iconic backcountry ski terrain. This guide documents the classic lines that every ski mountaineer dreams of descending.
Safety First: Backcountry skiing is inherently dangerous. All skiers should complete avalanche education courses, carry proper safety equipment, and check current conditions before venturing into the backcountry.
Explore by Region
Pacific Northwest
Washington, Oregon, British Columbia
California Sierra
Tahoe to Mount Whitney
Colorado
Front Range, San Juans, Elk Mountains
Utah Wasatch
The Greatest Snow on Earth
Wyoming & Montana
Tetons, Beartooths, Glacier
Alaska
Chugach, Valdez, Haines
Canadian Rockies
Alberta and BC Interior
Eastern Classics
Tuckerman Ravine and beyond