Been there, done that is easy when it comes to the well-traveled path of many snowboarders. After all, there’s a reason that certain resorts around the world are popular, especially with the reception of skiers still often icy towards those on boards.

While the word snowboarding circuit consists of some well-known resorts that everyone’s been to at least once, truly adventurous snowboarders, as well as pioneers of the sport, have been spending a lot of time searching far and wide for some of the best and rarest mountains. After all, everyone knows you can hit the slopes in Colorado-England and Florida, not so much. For a true taste of adventure, getting off the beaten path can really be a rewarding experience, not to mention an incredible vacation.

That’s why we’re here to help all of those aspiring globe-trotting snowboarders. While it might be great to hit the resort in your backyard all winter, it’s even more rewarding to find the common bond of snowboarding can make you friends all over the world, while seeing incredible new countries and riding some great mountains. Whether it’s the southern hemisphere or the northern hemisphere, a world-class resort or a smaller, more local hill, there’s so much more to boarding than your own back yard. Here are some of the world’s greatest destinations for snowboarding that you may have never heard of.

La Hoya, Argentina – With over 28 trails and a whole lot of off-trail snowboarding, La Hoya draws visitors from around the world. With a summit of almost 2,000 meters, it’s no wonder that adventerous snowboarders from all over Argentina head to La Hoya once the snow is starting to fall. The biggest attraction? The fact that the whole thing is located within a wide glacier above a circular basin, making for some great riding. Located close to Esquel in the south of Argentina, the resort is in Argentina’s Chubut Province.

Mt. Mawson, Australia – Way off the beaten path is Mt. Mawson, a small club field operated by the Southern Tasmanian Ski Association. Snowboarders are welcome, too, and for those who are into more remote spots, this location within the confines of Mount Field National Park can’t be beat. Four groomed trails and three lifts might be a lot less than busier resorts, but it more than gets the job done here.

Blue Mountain, Canada – Located in the province of Ontario, Blue Mountain is one of the best spots in all of Canada for snowboarders seeking out half-pipes and tabletops. Over 30 trails and 20 lifts make getting back to the top again easy, and intermediate snowboarders will find the variety of slopes challenging and fun. Three half pipes and two terrain parks mean that those who are more interested in working out tricks than racing downhill will be more than satisfied, and Toronto isn’t that far away for those craving a night out on the town.

Ras Dashen, Ethiopia – For true pioneers of the sport, it might be worth a visit to Ethiopia to board something that not many boarders have taken on so far. Ras Dashen is in the highest mountain in the entire country, and the only place in Ethiopia that gets enough snow to ski regularly. A cluster of nine tall and jagged peaks, this is not snowboarding for beginners by any means. Only real adventurers should take this task on.

Ruka, Finland – It’s no surprise that there’s excellent snowboarding in Scandinavian countries. Located in Finland, Ruka is one of the most well-maintained slopes you’re likely to see anywhere in the world. Whether it’s a gentle incline for beginners to the sport or more challenging runs perfect for intermediate and advanced level snowboarders, there’s a little bit of something for everyone. Ruka also takes its reputation as an excellent resort seriously, and snowboarders are pretty much promised no ice or rocks on the mountain’s pine-covered slopes.

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