Our climate in Washington blesses us with some of the deepest winter snowpacks anywhere in the world. However, this climate also creates...

Join us for Backcountry Connections to find your new favorite touring partners! The event is at Old Stove Gardens in Ballard on April 8.

Covering the impact of the Northwest Forest Plan Amendment and what it means for dispersed winter recreation.

Approximately 10% of the Forest Service was laid off, which will have huge recreation impacts. Here is how you can make a difference.

Covering updates about Gold Creek, Paradise, Baker Huts, and more!

Meet your Cascade Backcountry Alliance board members!

Details about the new Summit Snoqualmie parking policy, along with alternative locations to visit.

CBA went to Washington DC to advocate for outdoor recreation access with Outdoor Alliance.

We’re looking for new volunteers to join our board for the upcoming season! Applications are due by September 30.

As the 2023-24 season winds down, we wanted to take a look back at what we accomplished this year and say a huge thank-you to our community.

4 huts have been proposed for the Mt. Baker region, but there is very little information available about them. Comments are due May 2.

A multi-year closure is proposed for the Gold Creek Sno-Park with no additional backcountry access. Comments on the proposal are due May 2.

We're partnering with Feathered Friends for the first event in their new adventure storytelling series, The Bight! Join us April 18 at 6pm.

We highlight the main takeaways from our first community survey. Thank you to everyone who took the time to answer!

Choosing the right backcountry ski gear is key to having fun and staying safe. We explain how to choose backcountry ski equipment.

We're kicking off the 2023-24 season with an update on what CBA has been up to since last spring.

A Short Guide to Accessing NWAC On The Go For anyone heading to the backcountry during the winter, the avalanche forecast is a crucial...

Introduction Winter backcountry recreation can be an incredible way to experience the mountains during the snowy months of the year....

Heading out on your first backcountry ski tour can be immensely rewarding. There’s nothing quite like skinning into the mountains,...

Fresh snow, frozen lakes, beautiful snow capped peaks - the mountains certainly take on a majestic beauty in the winter. While it might...