Ski Resort
Just north of West Yellowstone, Montana, you will find Montana's leading mountain resort, Big Sky Ski Resort. Big Sky is a perfect location midway between Bozeman and West Yellowstone, Montana. With an annual snowfall of 400 inches and 85 miles of named runs, the skiing and snowboarding at Big Sky is the ultimate winter experience. more info
Ski Resort Listings: (add your listing)
Grizzly Outfitters - Big Sky ski rentals
See our selection of X-Country, downhill, telemark, snowboarding and randonee gear all discounted online. In Big Sky, servicing both resorts.
(888) 807-9452
Lone Mountain Sports - Ski Shop & Rentals
Big Sky's premier ski-in/out ski shop w/25 years experience. Demo & rental program for skis/snowboards, overnight tunes, bootfitting & more. Adult full-day = $25, kids = $15.
(406) 995-4471
Mush Puppy & Snow Dog Rental Homes
Beautiful ski-in/ski-out homes, sleep up to 12 in 4 bdrms, 3 fireplaces & Jacuzzi tub, digital satellite, gourmet stocked kitchen & some of the best mountain views in Big Sky.
(703) 966-0049
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Biggerstaff Real Estate and Development Company
One of the first established brokerages, and development companies in Big Sky. See our ski-in, ski-out properties and custom developable lots.
(800) 995-2454
Riding a Chair at Big Sky
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Big Sky Resort was conceived and built by the late NBC newscaster, Chet Huntley. It first opened to the public for skiing in December 1973. Three years later, Boyne USA Resorts purchased the resort and has owned and managed it since then. Boyne USA Resorts is a family owned corporation, based in Michigan. The corporation owns numerous mountain and golf resort properties across the states. These include Crystal Mountain in Washington, Brighton Ski Resort in Utah, The Inn at Bay Harbor, Boyne Mountain and Boyne Highlands in Michigan, Gatlinburg Skylift in Tennesee, Boyne South, Florida and Cypress Mountain in British Columbia.
Under the leadership of Boyne USA, Big Sky Resort continues to set standards for skiing in Montana and in the Rockies. Over a ten year period beginning in 1988, thirteen new and improved lifts were added as part of an agressive lift expansion plan. With a total of seventeen lifts transporting skiers and snowboarders to over 3,500 skiable acres, the resort has set the standard for a mountain that gives each person plenty of elbow room.
In 1990, the resort invested $18 million in accommodations and meeting facilities with its development of Shoshone Condominium Hotel and the 43,000 square foot Yellowstone Conference Center. In 1995, the Lone Peak Tram was built, capable of carrying skiers to the mountain's peak of 11,150 feet and giving Big Sky one of the nation's largest total vertical drops at 4,180 feet. In March 2000, Big Sky opened the Summit at Big Sky. This luxury Euro-western hotel was the single largest development since the resort's inception. This $50 million project is located slopeside, less than 300 feet from two high speed quads and a gondola.
Its most current projects include a ten year plan with anticipated cost of $400 million for improvement to the Village and ski terrain at Big Sky. This project was announced by Boyne USA in April 2001. The resort is dedicated to continual upgrades, expansion with thoughtful consideration to its impact on its surrounding environment, and in its dutiful service to skier and snowboarder patrons. Big Sky Resort continues to make its mark on the mountain vacation industry, along with creating a remarkable memorable experience for winter guests.
Big Sky Ski Resort is one of the finest mountain resorts in the Rocky Mountains. Not only will you find this resort to offer the best in winter snow specific activities, but you can also enjoy this two season resort in the summer. The winter season opens from Thanksgiving, late November, until mid-April. The summer opens from early June through early October. With every season, a unique opportunity awaits for the enthusiast of the great outdoors. The resort offers luxurious comforts in a pristine and natural setting. Explore and enjoy this genuine resort in its breathtaking scenery, abundant wildlife and gracious hospitality.
GREAT NEWS! - Big Sky Resort and Moonlight Basin Resort Interconnect
Big Sky Mountain
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The two resorts share the same mountain - Lone Peak, roughly an hour from Bozeman. The resorts even shared several trails and a lift in the past. But previously, it was necessary to purchase a ticket or season pass from each if you wanted to ski them both. This year, skiers and snowboarders have the option to purchase tickets and passes allowing unlimited access to both resorts.
The combined pass provides lift access to hundreds of acres of stunning summit snowfields that were previously accessible only by hiking. Combined, the two trail networks offer nearly 5,300 acres of skiable terrain and the second-biggest vertical descent in the US, at 4,350'. Between them, the two resorts operate 23 lifts.
Lone Peak Pass Pricing
Lone Peak Season Pass: $1199
Junior Pass (ages 11-21): $799
Senior Pass (70+): $799
Lone Peak Combined Daily Lift Ticket: $78
Junior & Senior: $59
Children 10 and under ski for free at both resorts.
Mountain Facts
Base elevation 6,800 feet.
Top elevation 11,150 feet.
Longest run 6 miles.
Average annual snowfall 400 inches.
Season runs late-November to late-April.
Trails
17% beginner
25% intermediate
37% advanced
21% expert
Winter Trail Map - East
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Winter Trail Map - South
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Summer Recreation Map
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Lifts
1 15 pers. tram
1 4 pers. gondola
2 high speed quads
1 quad chair
4 triple chairs
5 triple chairs
3 surface lifts
2005-2006 Ski Rates
Adult Rates (Ages 22-66)
Single Day (9am-4pm)
$65
Half Day (12:30-4pm)
$51
Early Season (11/24-12/9/05)
$44
Juniors/College (Ages 14-21)
Single Day (with ID)
$45
Half Day
$40
Early Season
$35
Youth (Ages 11-13)
Single Day (11 to 13 years)
$25
Kids Ski & Ride Free
All kids 10 and under ski free any time all season. Up to two free kids per paying adult.
Seniors (Ages 67+)
$33
Multi-Day Adult (22+)
7 of 8 days
$413
6 of 7 days
$360
5 of 6 days
$305
$61
4 of 5 days
$248
3 of 4 days
$189
2 of 3 days
$128
Instruction and Rentals
Learn-to-ski and beginner lesson/equipment packages are available. Group and Private ski and snowboard lessons available for all ability levels. State-of-the-art rental equipment and qualified technicians available on-mountain. Kids (from age 3) and Teen ski camps offered daily.
Contact Information
Big Sky Resort
P.O. Box 160001
Big Sky, MT 59716
Reservations: 800-548-4486 Ski & Snowboard School: 406-995-5743
Ski Report: 406-995-5900
e-mail: info@bigskyresort.com
Big Sky, MT Weather
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