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    Big Sky
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    Big Sky

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    Resort Overview

    Sprawling across 5,850 acres of Montana's Madison Mountain Range, Big Sky Resort stands as one of North America's largest ski destinations. With its iconic Lone Peak towering at 11,166 feet, the resort offers an unparalleled mix of expert terrain and welcoming beginner slopes. The uncrowded slopes and massive terrain variety have earned Big Sky its reputation as "The Biggest Skiing in America."

    Live Big Sky Webcams

    Lone Peak Tram

    2757m elevation

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    Trails & Terrain

    Trails

    Total Runs

    317

    Total Area

    5850 ac

    2367.4 ha

    Difficulty Distribution

    Beginner
    22%
    Intermediate
    25%
    Advanced
    35%
    Expert
    18%
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    Big Sky Lift System

    Big Sky's modern lift network includes 39 lifts accessing 300+ named runs. The crown jewel is the Ramcharger 8, North America's first eight-person high-speed chairlift, featuring heated seats and weather-proof bubbles. Complementing this is the Swift Current 6, another cutting-edge lift, helping guests access the mountain's expansive terrain efficiently and comfortably.

    Lifts

    Total Lifts

    40

    Lift Types

    9

    Lift Breakdown

    Aerial Tram
    1
    Aerial Tram
    Gondola
    1
    Gondola
    8-Person Chair
    1
    8-Person Chair
    6-Person Chair
    3
    6-Person Chair
    Quad Chair
    7
    Quad Chair
    Triple Chair
    9
    Triple Chair
    Double Chair
    5
    Double Chair
    T-Bar
    5
    T-Bar
    Surface Lift
    8
    Surface Lift
    View Complete Lift System

    Location & Getting There

    Located in southwestern Montana, Big Sky Resort sits approximately 45 miles south of Bozeman and its international airport. The resort's position between Yellowstone National Park and the Gallatin National Forest places visitors in the heart of the Greater Yellowstone ecosystem, offering easy access to some of America's most spectacular natural landscapes.

    Season Info

    While renowned for its exceptional winter season that typically runs from late November through mid-April, Big Sky transforms into a vibrant summer destination. The warmer months bring opportunities for mountain biking, hiking, and scenic lift rides. With over 400 inches of annual snowfall in winter and pleasant alpine summers, each season offers its own distinct Montana mountain experience.

    Current Season

    2025 - 2026

    Opening Day

    11/28/2025

    Closing Day

    4/27/2026

    Days Open

    151

    Annual Snowfall

    Metric

    10.16m

    1016cm

    Imperial

    33.3ft

    400in

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