The Refuge d’Aigle known as one of the most—if not the most—beautiful refuges in the Alps, the Aigle also has a reputation for always remaining just out of reach, especially in the winter.

The legend of Telluride, CO, has shifted over the years. Once a bastion of powderhounds and ski bums, the town has now taken on a reputation as a getaway for society's upper crust.

Using the PeakVisor App to Scope Out the Best Ski Touring Routes. The Col du Lautaret, a high mountain pass between the French city of Grenoble and the relatively small town of Briançon.

Each year, avalanches claim the lives of approximately 150 backcountry enthusiasts, making them the most frequent cause of death amongst ski tourers and freeriders (63% of fatalities). Knowing the basics of avalanche forecasting and rescue will make you a more valuable ski partner, keeping yourself and others safe during a long career of fulfilling mountain adventures.