Skiing in the backcountry near Red Mountain Pass, Ouray, CO. Dylan Taylor
A skier being rewarded for his effort with amazing powder turns in the Colorado backcountry. Dylan Taylor
Skinning up the Grand Turk in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado. Joe Stock
Skiers scout out a potential backcountry run in Colorado. Richard Riquelme
A ski mountaineering trip high into the San Juan Mountains offers secluded lines and untouched powder. Mike Pond
Guided Backcountry Skiing & Snowboarding in Colorado's San Juans
The San Juan mountains, a sub-range of the Colorado Rockies, have some of the best power stashes in North America. The low density continental snowpack and the short-lived storms combine to make the Colorado backcountry one of the most sought-after destinations for ski touring in the US.