Are you looking to head to the mountains when you retire? Check out these towns they stand out for low living expenses and quality of life!

To find low-cost mountain towns, U.S. News & World Report looked for places that offer access to plenty of skiing, trails and wildlife, while still providing affordable housing and a reasonable cost of living. They also screened for other retiree-friendly characteristics, such as access to health care and a low crime rate.

1. Redding, Calif.

The Sacramento River runs through the center of Redding, and the city is eclipsed by the towering, 14,161-foot Mount Shasta, with plenty of opportunities for fishing, climbing and hiking. Don’t miss nearby Lassen Volcanic National Park and Burney Falls.

2. Blacksburg, Va.

Blacksburg is located on a plateau between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains. The home of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, it boasts a mobile connection to the Internet from anywhere in town as well as access to the Appalachian Trail.

3. Bend, Ore.

Skiing, white-water rafting and hiking are just a few of the ways you can while away your retirement in the Cascade Mountains. Only 22 miles away, Mount Bachelor is Bend’s nearest ski-lift mountain

4. Boone, N.C.

This Blue Ridge Mountain town is close to four ski resorts and home to Appalachian State University. A regional bus service, AppalCART, provides free public transportation, and those over 60 can even arrange to be picked up at their homes. 

5. Colorado Springs, Colo.

Nestled among Pikes Peak, Seven Falls and Garden of the Gods Park, you’ll never lack scenery in this Rocky Mountain city. The high elevation and abundant fresh air make this an ideal spot for athletes to train at the U.S. Olympic Training Center, located near the heart of the city