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These Alpine, Caribbean, and glamping getaways have all the amazing scenery and none of the over-the-top prices
These aren’t your typical health retreats. At these Outside-approved spots, you can hike, surf, fish, and recharge in nature at some of the most beautiful places on the planet.
The sound and the fury of winter weather lure travelers to the west side of Vancouver Island and The Nami Project, where storm-watching, surfing, and rainforest hiking await
The ordeal is a reminder to value your own situational awareness over what Big Tech may tell you about a trail
A grizzly-curious writer decides to train as a bear guide in British Columbia, and surprises himself along the way
With an emphasis on Indigenous culture, unique architecture, tours that respect wildlife, and meals that draw from the land, a getaway at one of these properties is an unforgettable experience
Canada is experiencing its worst wildfire season on record, but the country’s beautiful national park system has mostly escaped them
From Chamonix to New Zealand, this expert hiker reveals the most beautiful hut-to-hut hikes on the planet
Over a dozen ski areas have extended their seasons by at least a week, some up a month or more. It’s not too late to plan one last adventure.
Artist and snowboarding guide Jessa Gilbert is passionate about drawing and painting the scenes around her on canvas
Many Canadians think old-growth forests are protected from logging. Turns out, Indigenous people and a scrappy band of activists called the Rainforest Flying Squad are all that stands between Vancouver Island’s last old growth and logging companies.
You might think that British Columbia’s oldest forests are protected from commercial interests. You’re wrong.
British Columbia is in the midst of a major surge in coronavirus cases, forcing resorts to shutter early
From a new route that provides access to some of British Columbia’s best surf spots to a 1,400-plus-mile path that will connect all of Italy’s national parks, these aren’t your average walking journeys
For over a decade, TJ Watt has been shooting photos of disappearing forests in Canada's westernmost province. This striking before-and-after series may help protect what's left.
Skiers are claiming that there are issues with Pieps DSP backcountry safety devices
The North Pacific right whale has been spotted only a handful of times in 60 years. A marine biologist from Seattle wants to change that.
From Patagonia to South Africa to Yosemite, visit some of our favorite places on the planet in real time via these live webcams—and start dreaming of where you want to go when we can travel again
In 2017, big-mountain professional skier Tobin Seagal set off a large avalanche in the mountains of Pemberton, British Columbia
'Yellow Bird,' by Sierra Crane Murdoch, and 'The Third Rainbow Girl,' by Emma Copley Eisenberg, look at haunting deaths in wild and forgotten landscapes
Cozy up with one and start planning your next family adventure
From visiting Alaska's fat bears to traveling solo across Scotland, here's how we're spending our PTO
In 'The Art of the Turn 3,' premier skiers take to the slopes of Kimberley Alpine Resort to search for the perfect groomer turn.
After 30 years, Ktunaxa First Nation, with help from the Canadian government and Patagonia, finally shut down the Jumbo Glacier ski-resort development
Mike Wiegele, founder of 50-year-old Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing, ventured to Blue River, British Columbia, to open a world-class resort
From unexpected snowstorms to below-freezing bathroom breaks, winter camping is a wild adventure. Some nights, you relish the hilarity of navigating tent poles with numb fingers. Other nights, you'd rather show up, sit back, and crack open a beer. If you're ready for the latter—a mix of chilly excursions and heated luxury—it's time to treat yourself at one of North America's best winter glamping sites. Here are our favorites.
'The Rounds' features mountain biker Dylan Siggers showcasing what the terrain around Fernie, British Columbia, has to offer
After losing his bear spray, Colin Dowler was caught with nothing but a tiny Buck knife
'Highway of Tears' tells the story of the dozens of indigenous women and girls who have gone missing or been found murdered along Canada's Highway 16
The short road trip on British Columbia's Sea to Sky Highway from Vancouver to Whistler packs in a ton of adventure
Plus: where to stay, eat, and play outside along the way
In 'Charge,' Salomon's top skiers access a zone known as Chatter Creek and shred the immense amount of snow that's available there
Catch the great southerly migration with North America's top birding enthusiasts
From remote wilderness resorts to a ski-in, ski-out hotel, these properties care as much about environmental practices as they do guest amenities
For 'Speed,' Scrap Creative linked up with Scott Sports to highlight the Ransom bike in the British Columbia mountains
In August, Randy Scott was slapped with a fine and a restraining order against bears for feeding the animal along the Alaska Highway. Jokes about his punishment went viral, but the reality of his actions is far more serious.
'How to Be a Family' and 'Uncharted' give unvarnished views of family travel from two very different perspectives
Authorities are searching for a vandal who wrecked a popular tourist destination in Squamish, B.C.
Eight places to (safely) spy on bears—and other big game—in their natural habitat
Book a room and score perks, like a stargazing kit, bike-park access, or a hiking guidebook
Here's what it takes to get yourself on top of Denali, from Salt Lake City, without a single motor
'A Chilcotin Hogyssey' recaps what happens when Devinci Cycles lets mountain biker Kenny Smith run wild in the mountains of British Columbia
Whether you’re in the mood for beer and barbecue, a dance party, or a shot of adrenaline, these events are a guaranteed blast
How much does the world need to know about a deadly bear attack? That question was tested in the Yukon last year, after the horrific loss of a mother and daughter caused a destructive media storm.
'Camel Finds Water' chronicles a journey of rebuilding an abandoned boat and the lengths it took to find the perfect break in Canada
Crews carry your gear and provide meals and campsites as you cruise through some of America's most scenic back roads
Ice climber Will Gadd visits Helmcken Falls in British Columbia to scale the 463-foot waterfall on some experimental gear
From California to Ecuador, here's how to spend a couple of days in the backcountry while a guide leads the way
Deep in the Monashee Mountains of British Columbia, there’s a backcountry lodge called the Blanket Glacier Chalet
Dag Aabye is known around Vernon, B.C., for his astonishing fitness. He's 75.
Is something sinister going on?
Skiers Christina Lustenberger and Dane Tudor hunt for fresh stashes of powder along the banks of the mighty Columbia River.
Skiers Christina Lustenberger and Dane Tudor search the headwaters of the Columbia river for some of the world’s most sought-after snow.
How we exploit big trees, big game, and even extinct creatures
Cyclist Kenny Smith wanted to push the limits of the Devinci's AC/ eMTB, so he took it to Squamish, BC to see what it was made of.
Forget the all-you-can-eat buffets. These small-ship cruises offer unparalleled access to adventure.
For more than 40 years, tribal chief and artist Roy Vickers was obsessed with a totem pole that was taken from a remote native village in British Columbia. He decided to make a replica, and all he needed was will, skill, and a 17,500-pound tree.
From day trips to five-month treks, hiking is more popular than ever. But as the old standbys become more congested each year, there’s a new crop of trails waiting to be explored. Here are ten of our favorites, plus fresh finds for bikers, paddlers, and equestrians.
As Wyoming prepares for the first grizzly hunt in the lower 48 in decades, at least two protesters won tags they say they won't use. Will their strategy work?
Sure, you'll sleep in an awesome place, but at these pads, the owners are what really make your stay exceptional
Missing winter? Here's where to get your shred on well into July.
Holly "Cargo" Harrison survived a heart attack and a grizzly bear attack and now holds one of the most substantial FKTs ever
In Yeti Cycles new film Racing Winter the rider Shawn Neer pursues high alpine terrain near Golden, BC.
It’s time to get reacquainted with the PNW—home to massive mountains, lush rainforests, empty islands, and the greatest oysters you’ll ever taste
This November, the North Face and Sherpas Cinemas dropped an edit called Imagination, a film influenced by J.P. Auclair.
From Filmmaker Thomas Woodson and Outdoor Research, Bringing up Backcountry follows mountain guide Jessica Baker and professional skier Rachael Burks into the remote wilderness of Kimberley, British Columbia for a reflection on what it means to be a family in the backcountry.
After a day spent outside, there's nothing better than a superbly placed hot tub
From Tyax Adventures, Switchback Entertainment, and MBTA, and Norco Bicylces, Respect takes a critical look at backcountry mountain biking.
From Tamarack Media Company, Colossal follows their annual overlanding trip. This year they were outside of Nelson, British Columbia, in the Kootenai Mountains to explore its infinite backcountry.
In Black Diamond and Nomadik Motion’s new film, Connections, it follows skiers Tobin Seagel and Mary McIntyre as they venture into the Monashee Mountains.
There's powder in the forecast from Florida to Vermont, but the southern Rockies continue to be snow starved as the worst season just about anyone can remember continues
In a remote cabin somewhere between Revelstoke and Golden a few skiers and musicians are getting together to meld the world of music and backcountry skiing.