Five Thousand Acres of Room to Roam: Big Sky's Big Advantage - SnowBrains

"Big Sky is widely considered one of North America's top five ski resorts. It's located in southwestern Montana in the Madison Mountain Range, about 50 miles southwest of Bozeman and 45 miles north of West Yellowstone. Big Sky Resort is known for its breathtaking scenery, spacious terrain, and long runs. If you haven't been to Big Sky before or you haven't been lately, it's time to plan a visit. Recent upgrades, new hotels, and terrain improvements are just a few reasons Big Sky should be on your ski destination radar."

"The resort has an average annual snowfall of more than 400 inches, a vertical drop of 4,350 feet, a summit elevation of 11,166 feet, and 36 lifts spread over 5,850 acres of skiable terrain. The terrain is 15 percent beginner-friendly, 25 percent intermediate, 42 percent advanced, and 18 percent expert. Big Sky Resort is on the Ikon Pass, offering access for 4-7 days, depending on your pass,with specific blackout dates. The Lone Peak Tram is not included and requires an extra fee or separate ticket."

"New Base-to-Peak Access on the Explorer Gondola. A brand-new high-speed 10-person gondola replaced the old Explorer chair and connects Mountain Village to the Bowl with a mid-station for easier access to beginner and intermediate terrain. Kircliff Glass Alpine Observatory. Visitors can now check out a glass summit observatory at 11,166 feet with 360-degree views of three states and to national parks. Big Sky Restaurants and Bars"

Big Sky is located in southwestern Montana in the Madison Mountain Range, about 50 miles southwest of Bozeman and 45 miles north of West Yellowstone. The resort averages more than 400 inches of snowfall, with a summit elevation of 11,166 feet and a vertical drop of 4,350 feet across 5,850 acres served by 36 lifts. Terrain breakdown is 15% beginner, 25% intermediate, 42% advanced, and 18% expert. Big Sky participates in the Ikon Pass with limited access days and blackout dates; the Lone Peak Tram requires a separate ticket. Recent upgrades include a high-speed 10-person Explorer Gondola and a glass summit observatory offering 360-degree views.

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