Samantha Berman

No matter where you are, there's some snow to be skied near you.

A price cut, new international partners, and a continued promise of fewer crowds, more access, and a return to skiing as it's meant to be.

Make no mistake: Venture beyond resort boundaries—even if you rode a chairlift to get there—and you’re in unmitigated backcountry terrain.

Blizzard conditions and high avalanche danger complicate rescue efforts in the Castle Peak backcountry.

The 30-year-old ski racer is just the second American woman to ever win an Olympic downhill.

The 41-year-old American underwent surgery for a broken leg, and is in stable condition.

Wondering where to stream Olympic skiing? We lay it out for you here.

The groundhog saw his shadow so it must be snowing somewhere, right? We found the goods.

The massive winter storm that swept across the country left feet of snow in its wake. Here's where to find it.

Plus, find out which U.S. ski area boasts the deepest snowpack this season.

Kick off 2026 in the right frame of mind—and body—at these spa destinations rooted in repair and rejuvenation.

Winter continues to evolve, with snow conditions holding steady in some regions and vastly improving in others. Here's the scoop.

Plus, an overview of the best ski conditions throughout North America.

The blaze swept through a popular après spot in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana, killing over 40 people.

Plus, where to find the best ski conditions across North America this week.

Ring in 2026 with torchlight parades and champagne parties, then snag first tracks in the morning.

It’s been a rocky start to the season in some of skiing’s traditional hubs, but pow-hunters can find the goods if they know where to look.

The iconic filmmaker inspired skiers through his "Warren's World" column in SKI. Here are some of our favorite moments.

Recapping the best resorts and top-ranked skis, plus Shiffrin, Vonn, fitness tips, bucket list trips, and more.

Buckle up if you're planning to ski the Dolomites, or risk getting fined—or worse.

All eyes were on America's two most electric ski racers on the St. Moritz super-G course on Sunday.

American Breezy Johnson just missed the podium in a tightly contested race.

The changemakers leaving their mark on our slopes, from racers and ski mountaineers to everyday folks like you and me.

There's nothing like waking up to a powder day on Christmas morning.

The American is back, big time, and just became the oldest skier in history to win a World Cup race.

It’s a huge weekend for the men of the Stifel U.S. Ski Team. Here’s how to tune in for free.

Resorts have been slow to open across North America, but storms are coming. Here are the ski areas outpacing the rest.

This is the only U.S. World Cup stop for Mikaela Shiffrin, Paula Moltzan, and the American women this season.

Ski vacations with teenagers can be more work than fun. This wasn’t one of those.

When you're looking for that certain "je ne sais quoi," these are the resorts that deliver.

Got little rippers in tow? These ski areas pull out all the stops for families.

From free mountain tours to excellent ski instructors, these ski areas know how to make their guests feel seen.

Circling the lot for a parking spot is a crappy way to start your ski day. Don't do it.

Ski areas where you won't feel nickel-and-dimed all day long? Check.

At these ski areas, the vibes are as groovy as the runs are long.

If your day is far from over once the lifts close, this list is for you.

From great breweries to live music, these ski areas are known for their rockin' après scenes.

Where you stay can make or break your vacation. Don't get it wrong.

Sick of heat-lamp pizza for lunch? Check out the elevated dining scenes at these resorts.

Short on time but need to shred? We got you.

Dreaming of powder days this winter? These resorts are known for their consistent fluff all season long.

If carving trenches in smooth corduroy is your jam, add these ski areas to your list.

Fast and effective lifts equal more skiing. It's that simple.

Steeps, groomers, bumps, bowls and all the other types of terrain you need to you busy.

Start here if you're craving knee-knocking steeps this winter.

Try this easy-to-follow-along video tutorial to train your power endurance this season.

The results are in! There's a brand-new top dog in the East.

You voted, and we listened. Herein, the best resorts in the West, with a big new reveal at No. 1.

The 50-year-old completed the first ski descent of Everest’s Hornbein Couloir, previously considered near-impossible.

From The Vacuum to The Cheeseburger, there have been some doozies over the years.

Warren Miller's new film shares how Denver's Ruby Hill Rail Yard has become an accessible, community-focused place for city dwellers to fall in love with winter.

The Bent 110 GFD is the company’s third homage to the iconic jam band, and it’s sure to be one good ride.

Ski for less than the price of a cheap lunch.

White ribbon of death, I'm breaking up with you

Looking for the best après scene? Bringing new skiers along? Want to cruise endless groomers? Take our 30-second quiz and get your match.

The 233-year-old Old Farmer’s Almanac relies on a mix of solar science and traditional meteorology for its long-range predictions.

Five ski resorts in view of Mont Blanc and the Matterhorn join the megapass for the 2025-’26 season.

Find out what the nation’s top weather agency has to say, and how its forecast compares to Open Snow’s early-season report.

Squats and lunges can go take a hike. Master these “soft” skills en route to your best season ever.

What does the snow cover in Siberia have to do with it? You'd be surprised.

The Mountain Collective announced a steep new Eastern addition to its 2025-’26 resort roster.

Spoiler alert: Skiing is still expensive. But don’t ever, ever pay the window rate.

Load the car, crank the tunes, and head out on one of our favorite trips through ski country.

It's time to check out this season’s biggest resort upgrades and expansions.

They said what?!? A sneak peek of feedback from the 2026 Reader Resort Survey, plus one last chance to weigh in.

Here’s where to celebrate ’Murica in view of the slopes this holiday weekend with live music, good eats, and (in most cases) fireworks shows.

Unless you crave endless above-treeline groomers, lift-accessed terrain across much of the Alps won't knock your ski socks off.

It's easy, it doesn't cost anything, and it might save your life. So why don't we like to use the chairlift restraint bar?

Winter Park gets the nod on ambitious multi-year plan, including town-to-slopes gondy, 350-plus acres of new terrain, and village additions.

Vail Resorts’ ever-growing multi-pass now offers three Austrian resorts for the 2025-'26 season.

The Colorado ski area's master plan proposes new beginner terrain and critical, if not sexy, infrastructure upgrades.

Arizona’s Snowbowl will be skiing into June, staying open for a full six months for the first time.

Skier numbers crept up 1.7 percent from last winter, but some areas fared better than others.

From skiing with speakers to cruising without poles, you held nothing back.

Union Pacific and the state of Colorado inked a deal to increase and eventually expand train service beyond Winter Park.

Put the bike back in the garage. It’s still ski season at these four resorts.

Boyne Resorts’ new pass option offers unlimited skiing at its 10 resorts, plus a bunch of other perks.

The highly anticipated big-mountain-skiing event did not disappoint.

New Mexico's largest and most challenging ski area hides lots of secrets amid its 1,294 acres.

The company rolls out My Epic Pro, designed to streamline the clunky ski-school experience, at four of its resorts.