Last week, more than 100 South Lake Tahoe eighth graders participated in a snowshoe field trip at the top of Heavenly Mountain Resort for a unique outdoor learning experience ...

You won't find any smoke shacks listed on a trail map, but they're there. Across the Rocky Mountain West, fort building ...

Scientists have uncovered ancient whitebark pine trees preserved for almost 6,000 years in Wyoming's Rocky Mountains. This ...

Snowshoes are available to rent at shops around Lake Tahoe, for use in areas including Tahoe City Winter Sports Park, Tahoe ...

Red rocks, ghost towns and alpine vistas: hop on board the luxurious Rocky Mountaineer to explore some of the most ...

Hiking in the winter doesn't have to mean trudging through snow. You just have to find some low-elevation hikes to take instead. Here are a few ideas.

Okanagan, a region in Canada's British Columbia province, offers great wine, under-the-radar ski hills, and incredible fondue ...

Don’t expect raucous party scenes or over-the-top après-ski. In Japan, it’s all about the snow. Here’s a primer on where to ...

Enjoy waterfront views while visiting this California mountain town that some call a "Mini Lake Tahoe" minus the crowds. Here ...

The remains of an ancient forest have been discovered in ... especially in the mountain area that really need the snow cover.” ...

Grab your favorite Valentine and explore frozen waterfalls, icy lakes, and snow-capped peaks on these easy winter trails.