If you’re a pup with a sense of adventure—or a human smart enough to travel with one—add Stardust Motel in Wallace, Idaho to your bucket list. We give it four paws up, one spaceship selfie, and infinite tail wags.

Because Lift Lines Are Overrated

Let’s be honest—mega resorts are fun, but nothing beats the soul of an independent ski mountain. The friendly lifties, the secret powder stashes, the affordable après beers. If you’re looking for real snow, no crowds, and pure stoke, this independent ski resort road trip through Washington, Idaho, Western Montana, and Oregon is your ticket to powder paradise.

Pack your gear, load up the playlist, and hit the road—it’s time for a 1,500-mile loop through the best under-the-radar ski resorts in the Northwest.