Backcountry Definition

băkkŭntrē
noun
An uninhabited or sparsely inhabited area, especially one not accessible by roads or regular public transportation.
American Heritage
Thinly populated and largely undeveloped land far from cities and towns; hinterland.
Webster's New World

A remote region; the boondocks.

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Synonyms:
adjective
In, from, or characteristic of backcountry.
Webster's New World

Other Word Forms of Backcountry

Noun

Singular:
backcountry
Plural:
backcountries

Origin of Backcountry

Backcountry Sentence Examples

  • When hiking and camping in the backcountry, it's essential to take foods that don't require refrigeration or preparation, and that are as light as possible for ease of portage.

  • Copper Mountain has two claims to fame; its totally separate beginner, intermediate and advanced skiing areas and its free cat skiing into the backcountry bowls.

  • Backcountry Nordic skiers may want a more flexible ski.

  • Amenities and facilities vary by park, with many locations providing backcountry camping, improved tent and RV camping, cabins, and even full service lodging options.

  • After exploring the splendid, white marbles of Aphrodisias, we drive through hilly backcountry to marvel at Pamukkale's ' Frozen Waterfall ' .

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Words Starting With

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