Bringing some luxe accommodations to the rustic area surrounding Grand Canyon National Park, the brand-new Backland is now taking reservations ahead of its Aug. 16 opening. This 160-acre glampground ...

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I was hiking the Grand Canyon last fall when I found myself clinging to a boulder as two alarming thoughts flashed across my mind. The first was that the trail was so narrow, the drop-off so steep, I ...

How would you design your dream ski? Here’s what went into the production of Atomic’s Backland 109 backcountry touring skis. As skiers, we make choices everyday. Should I get up early for first tracks ...

Backland, a luxury eco-resort near the Grand Canyon, will officially welcome guests on September 1. In the first phase, 10 tents will be available for booking across four categories. The Backland ...

When you’re backcountry skiing, it never hurts to keep some extra tools on hand. That was a hard truth my partner and I were grappling with as we tried to hand-tighten screws on his splitboard ...

We like to divide outdoor explorers into two categories. Campers and "campers." The first set carries heavy packs for miles, sleeps on the ground and subsists mostly on granola bars. The other group ...

Men’s Journal aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Backcountry skiing offers a quieter ski experience, away from ...