Discover and share backcountry skiing and ski touring adventures from around the world. Browse over 6,500 routes with detailed GPS tracks, elevation profiles, photos, and real-time snow conditions.
Backcountry skiing, also known as ski touring or ski mountaineering (ski de randonnée in French), is the practice of skiing in unmarked or unpatrolled areas. Unlike resort skiing, backcountry skiers earn their turns by climbing uphill with climbing skins attached to their skis, then descending through pristine, untouched snow.
Explore detailed destination guides with route information, safety tips, mountain huts, and best seasons:
Vallée Blanche, Mont Blanc, Aiguille du Midi, legendary terrain
Matterhorn, Breithorn, Monte Rosa, 38 peaks over 4,000m
Grande Motte glacier, Vanoise National Park, year-round skiing
Grand Combin, Mont Fort, freeride capital of Europe
Backcountry skiing involves inherent risks including avalanches, extreme weather, and terrain hazards. Always check avalanche forecasts, carry proper safety equipment (beacon, probe, shovel), travel with experienced partners, and take avalanche safety courses before venturing into the backcountry.
Browse thousands of backcountry skiing routes, or share your own adventures with the community.