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BIG SKY

📍Big Sky, Montana, USA

💎 Hidden Gem🏔️ Expert Paradise🏞️ Scenic Cruiser7 Days on Ikon☀️ Year-round destination

Photo: Rickmouser45 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Photo details

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Vertical drop
4,350 ft
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Skiable terrain
5,850 acres
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Avg snowfall
400 in
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Lifts
40
Hotels & direct contacts ↓

GETTING THERE

Nearest Airports

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BZN
Bozeman Yellowstone
About 0.5–1.5 hours
drive time

Approximate planning ranges; allow extra time for traffic and winter conditions.

Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport is the main regional gateway. The onward drive follows the Gallatin Canyon and can take longer in winter weather or traffic. Choose your lodging base before arranging a rental car, transfer or local transport.

Yellowstone needs a separate travel plan. Most park roads close to regular vehicles in winter; interior visits such as Old Faithful normally require a seasonal snowcoach or snowmobile arrangement. The road between the North and Northeast entrances has different access. Check the National Park Service road status for the route you intend to use.

WHERE TO STAY

Use these picks to compare location, atmosphere and the kind of stay you want. Ask for a total quote for your dates and room, including fees and cancellation terms.

Nearby stays

Local hotel options with direct contacts; request a quote for your dates

Nearby stay

Summit Hotel

hotel · Mountain Village slopeside

Choose a studio or suite if cooking is important: kitchens are room-type specific. Standard hotel rooms offer a different setup, while outdoor pool and hot-tub access adds an after-ski option.

slopeside hotel staysfamilies comparing room formatsgroups choosing kitchen suites
🍳Studios and suites; confirm room type♨️Hot Tub🏊Pool
Features to ask about

Earlier listings mention Ask about transfer options, Confirm ski storage. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, Studios and suites; confirm room type, hot tub, pool.

Without current field-level confirmation: Ask about transfer options, Confirm ski storage.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page
Nearby stay

Cowboy Heaven Cabins

cabin · Moonlight area via Gambler run and Pony Express; snow conditions permitting

Separate bedrooms and a kitchen give small groups space to share a cabin, with a private hot tub after skiing. Ski-in/ski-out access depends on conditions; the operator recommends a private car for this location.

small groupscouples seeking privacyself-catering cabin stays
🍳Kitchen♨️Hot Tub
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, kitchen, hot tub.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

luxury

Premium experiences with exceptional amenities

Luxury$$$$ · earlier budget guide

Montage Big Sky

hotel · Ski-in/ski-out

Montage combines ski access with varied accommodation formats, dining and spa time. It suits a trip centered on the mountain and the resort’s facilities. Plan any Yellowstone excursion separately around the season and the specific destination.

luxury seekerscouplesski and spa stays
🏊Pool💆Spa
Features to ask about

Earlier listings mention Confirm hot-tub facilities, Confirm pet policy, Ask about transfer options, Confirm ski storage. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.

Contact the hotel directly

Reservations+1 406-993-8142
Official hotel website & booking ↗

Contact source · checked 2026-10-21

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, pool, spa.

Without current field-level confirmation: price guide, Confirm hot-tub facilities, Confirm pet policy, Ask about transfer options, Confirm ski storage.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

Luxury$$$$ · earlier budget guide

One&Only Moonlight Basin

hotel · Private enclosed gondola connection to Madison Base

The private gondola connects the resort with Madison Base for Big Sky skiing. Sky Lodge has an equipment-rental shop, while the mix of rooms and cabins suits different group sizes and styles of stay.

luxury seekersrooms or private cabinsski and wellness trips
♨️Hot Tub🏊Pool💆Spa
Features to ask about

Earlier listings mention Confirm pet policy, Ask about transfer options, Confirm ski storage. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, hot tub, pool, spa.

Without current field-level confirmation: price guide, Confirm pet policy, Ask about transfer options, Confirm ski storage.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-30

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

premium

High-quality stays with great features

Premium

Huntley Lodge

hotel · Slopeside at Big Sky Resort

The slopeside setting and larger loft option make it practical for families that want to minimize daily logistics.

Slopeside staysFamiliesGroups needing loft-style rooms
♨️Hot Tub🏊Pool

Contact the hotel directly

Front desk+1 406-995-5800
Official hotel website & booking ↗

Contact source · checked 2026-10-21

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, pool, hot tub.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

OVERNIGHT STAYS & CAMPERVANS

For Big Sky, compare a booked room or rental around Big Sky with a designated campsite that accepts your vehicle and winter dates. Choose your base around the daily mountain journey and the power, water and indoor facilities you need.

Compare lodging options ↗

Book a designated overnight place for your vehicle and dates. Day parking does not provide permission to camp.

🐕 PET POLICY

Historical pet-policy guidance.

Compare pet-friendly room choices directly with the property; fees and room eligibility depend on the stay. Resort slopes, lifts and lodge access have their own rules.

Confirm rooms, fees and access rules with the property or resort before you travel. A pet-friendly area does not mean pets can use ski slopes or lifts.

Read our pet travel guide →
Sources & planning context

Other names · Big Sky Resort

Compare the setting and type of stay. Room choice, availability and the total booking price are specific to your dates.

Typically late November to late April

A broad planning range from the historical guide, conditions permitting. Use the operator’s schedule for your travel dates.

Official schedules & conditions ↗
Schedule source ↗Official resort ↗
Official website
https://www.bigskyresort.com/
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summer and winter destination
Yes
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Beyond winter
Lift-served mountain biking; Scenic gondola/tram trips; Hiking, ziplining and golf; Paddleboarding and kayaking on Lake Levinski.
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Summer visit planning
Summer activities operate seasonally. Check in spring for the following summer’s dates.
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Vertical drop (ft)
4350
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Skiable area (acres)
5850
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Lifts
40
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Runs
320
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Reported average snowfall (in)
400
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summit elevation (ft)
11166
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Base elevation (ft)
7400
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Night skiing
Scheduled · 2026–27 · Reservable guided Headlamp Night Skiing experiences · Two-hour private guided experience at Mountain Village for intermediate-advanced guests; ordinary public night skiing is not offered.
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026

Individual listings retain their own sources and check dates. A source check covers only the named details; it does not confirm availability. Snowfall averages describe climate, not a forecast.

National Park Service — Yellowstone in winter ↗Most roads close to ordinary vehicles; North–Northeast entrance road remains the year-round vehicle route. Interior winter visits use seasonal snowcoach/snowmobile access. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Big Sky — retained Headlamp review ↗Reservable private guided experience; not ordinary public night skiing. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Montage Big Sky — official resort ↗Ski-in/out, Spanish Peaks setting, guestrooms/suites/residences, spa indoor pool and dining. Park-proximity marketing does not establish Old Faithful driving access. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

One&Only Moonlight Basin — official resort ↗Rooms, suites and cabins; restaurants, spa, pool and heated hot tub. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

One&Only Moonlight Basin — Experiences ↗Private enclosed gondola to Madison Base and equipment rental at Sky Lodge. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Summit Hotel — Rooms & Suites ↗Hotel rooms differ from kitchen studios/suites/condominiums. Outdoor pool and hot-tub access; no budget or worn-unit guarantee. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Cowboy Heaven Cabins — Big Sky Resort ↗Two bedrooms, kitchen, fireplace/deck and private hot tub; Gambler/Pony Express access depends on conditions; private car advised. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Huntley Lodge Hotel | Stay Slopeside ↗Passing Huntley property evidence reused unchanged. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Christy Sports — Big Sky Town Center ↗Operator identifies Christy Sports Big Sky Town Center as formerly Grizzly Outfitters at 11 Lone Peak Drive Suite101, with ski/snowboard rentals, demo packages, tuning and custom boot fitting. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Big Sky Resort — Resort Dining ↗Current operator directory lists Westward Social, Chet’s, Montana Jack, Carabiner and Everett’s; not a closure register for absent names. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Westward Social ↗The Exchange, Mountain Village; lunch, après and dinner; shareable plates/cocktails; indoor/outdoor seating with village/Lone Peak views; winter season listing. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Chet’s Bar & Grill ↗Huntley Lodge sunken lobby; family-friendly Montana tavern with local craft beers and spirits near Explorer Gondola; dinner reservations recommended. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Montana Jack ↗The Exchange at Mountain Village base; casual lively taphouse with burgers, American dishes, salads, local beers and cocktails. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Carabiner Lounge ↗Summit Hotel upper lobby/terrace level; globally influenced food, cocktails, fireside tables, outdoor patio and Lone Peak views. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

The Cabin Bar & Grill — About ↗Exact operator places The Cabin on Arrowhead Mall third floor in Mountain Village; regional Rocky Mountain cooking, steaks, game and seafood. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Lone Mountain Ranch — Horn & Cantle ↗Operator locates Horn & Cantle at Lone Mountain Ranch and describes locally sourced Montana cuisine and Western saloon. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Blue Moon Bakery ↗Operator bakery/pizzeria/café; scratch-made sandwiches and pizza; navigation includes breakfast. Footer uses 3090 Big Pine Drive. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Blue Moon Bakery — Contact ↗Contact body gives 120 Big Pine Drive while same-page footer gives 3090. Both share same phone and identity; street number left unresolved. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Visit Montana — The Blue Moon Bakery ↗State destination listing places bakery in Westfork Meadows/Westfork Plaza, with casual family café, baked goods, pizza and coffee. · Checked Oct 30, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Everett’s 8800 — retained verified operator evidence ↗Top of Andesite Mountain, accessed via Ramcharger 8; lunch/dinner and Lone Peak views. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

  • Big Sky Resort — official homepage ↗

    See the verified facts and dates listed above.

  • Ikon Pass — 26/27 opening and closing dates (updated September 29, 2026) ↗

    Published planned season dates, subject to conditions.

  • Summer Activities ↗

    Lift-served mountain biking; Scenic gondola/tram trips; Hiking, ziplining and golf; Paddleboarding and kayaking on Lake Levinski.

  • Big Sky — Mountain Information ↗

    Madison Base Area is the lowest published resort base at 7,400 feet.

  • Big Sky Resort — Headlamp Night Skiing ↗

    Both live pages preserve the narrow semantics: a reservable two-hour private guided Headlamp experience at Mountain Village, with no general public night access.

  • Big Sky Resort — Enchanted Forest Tickets ↗

    Big Sky explicitly limits night skiing to guided tours, preserving the narrow scope of its Headlamp Night Skiing product.

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