Other names · Big Mountain, Whitefish Mountain Resort, Whitefish
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Typically early December to early April
A broad planning range from the historical guide, conditions permitting. Use the operator’s schedule for your travel dates.
Official schedules & conditions ↗- Official website
- https://skiwhitefish.com/
- Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
- Skiable area (acres)
- 3000
- Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
- Base elevation (ft)
- 4464
- Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
- Summer and winter destination
- Yes
- Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
- Beyond winter
- Scenic lift rides, alpine slides, zipline tours, aerial adventure park and lift-access mountain biking.
- Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
- Vertical drop (ft)
- 2353
- Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
- Reported average snowfall (in)
- About 300
- Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
- Summit elevation (ft)
- 6817
- Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
- Night skiing
- Scheduled · 2026–27 · 16:00–20:30 · Friday-Saturday, January 8-March 6, plus published holiday dates · Chairs 2, 3, and 6; holiday operation includes the operator-listed December and February dates.
- Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Historical mountain figures awaiting field-level confirmation: Longest run (mi).
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.
Official summit figures differ, so summit elevation and vertical drop remain historical references. The source describes annual snowfall as about 300 inches.
Getting to Whitefish Mountain ↗Resort about 30 minutes from Glacier Park International Airport, six-mile drive from town, free seasonal SNOW Bus and downtown rail arrival. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Whitefish Legacy trail report ↗Big Mountain Trailhead accesses community Nordic trails with grooming by Glacier Nordic Club; other trails and conditions vary. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Kandahar Lodge dining ↗Buchanan’s restaurant at the checked mountain lodge. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Whitefish Montana Hotel - The Lodge at Whitefish Lake ↗Whitefish Lake · 28-acre Viking Creek Wetland Preserve · luxurious spa · culinary experiences · genuine western hospitality · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Kandahar Lodge | Cozy Mountain Lodging at Whitefish Mountain Resort ↗Whitefish Mountain Resort · 50 charming rooms · slope side in the winter · continental breakfast is included · outdoor jacuzzi · steam room · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Grouse Mountain Lodge: Modern Lodge Style Hotel in Whitefish, MT ↗Grouse Mountain Lodge is at 2 Fairway Drive, steps from downtown Whitefish, and lists airport, train-station and downtown shuttles, a 24-hour gym, dog-friendly rooms and on-site dining. A current notice says north-wing construction runs October 12, 2026 through June 1, 2027, the hot tub is closed through November 2 and Logan’s Bar & Grill through December 2, 2026. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Whitefish Mountain Resort lodging properties guide ↗The resort identifies Edelweiss studios and one- and two-bedroom condos with kitchens and private balconies or patios near Lift Plaza. Kintla has hotel rooms or condos; Morning Eagle has studios and condos. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Whitefish Mountain Resort lodging reservations ↗Resort reservation page offers mountain rentals and the official catalog of property and unit amenities. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Whitefish resort contacts ↗Resort places Hibernation House at 3812 Big Mountain Road and directs central lodging reservations elsewhere; the address alone does not verify guest rooms. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Ed & Mully's ↗Ed & Mully's is in Whitefish Mountain Resort’s village area. The lunch venue has counter service, a full-service bar and a large fireplace. The resort currently marks it closed for the season. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Tupelo Grille ↗Southern-inspired cuisine in Downtown Whitefish, MT. Tupelo Grille is located in the heart of downtown Whitefish, Montana. We specialize in thoughtfully-prepared Southern cuisine. Our cuisine is served alongside an innovative beverage program and an award-winning wine list. Combined with a warm, casual atmosphere. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.
Blackstar ↗Blackstar is a brewery and restaurant at 2 Central Avenue in downtown Whitefish. Its food menu includes pizza, salads, burgers and sandwiches. The venue features beer from Jeremiah Johnson Brewing Company. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.
