Definitions

1. noun

rural or remote areas of a country, especially mountainous regions, that are difficult to reach or inhabit

“The hikers trekked through the rugged backcountry of the national park to reach the summit.”

2. noun

a remote or isolated area of land, especially in a wilderness or mountainous region

“The team of scientists conducted their research in the vast and untouched backcountry of the Amazon rainforest.”

3. adjective

relating to or characteristic of remote or rugged areas of land, especially in a wilderness or mountainous region

“The backcountry roads were treacherous and required a 4x4 vehicle to navigate.”

4. noun

a type of off-piste skiing or snowboarding that takes place in remote or rugged areas of land, especially in a wilderness or mountainous region

“The expert skier decided to try some backcountry skiing in the nearby mountains.”