Big Sky Mountain Resort
Big Sky mountain ski resort is the fastest growing ski resort in the USA and quickly becoming the number one must visit winter resort destination. Anyone who is looking to spice things up and explore one of newest up and coming mountains will not be disappointed with what the Big Sky has to offer.
Big Sky can be found on the glorious Lone Peak which rises high above Montana just above Yellowstone National Park and tops out at 11,166ft (3,403m). From the summit riders who ski Big Sky mountain ski resort can access over 300 trails in nearly every direction which take riders back to the base of the mountain resort. When looking to get back up the mountain there are 39 different lifts to choose from and some of the newest and fastest lifts in the country can be found gracing the sides of Big Sky Resort.
Each winter powerful storms roll across the plains and smash into the mountain where they leave over 400” (1016 cm) of incredible Montana powder snow which gets tucked into the trees and high alpine bowls ready for riders who plan to ski Big Sky. Thanks to the super cold temperatures found in the region the snow stays super cold which makes the powder lighter.
Growing in reputation thanks to some of the extreme terrain found on the summit of Big Sky mountain ski resort the resort recently upgraded many of their high alpine runs to be the first triple black diamond ski trails in the country where you take a ride on a 15 person tram to access the summit. Keen riders can spot their next run as they rise up to the summit of the resort.
Big Sky Web Cam & Live Snow Cams
Stay up to date with the snow conditions from every corner of Big Sky mountain ski resort. We have collected all the best Big Sky web cam so you can see every aspect of the ski resort and surrounding mountains.
If you want to check out the snow depth from the latest storm, see if the sun is going to be shining or check out the weather at Big Sky before your next visit - check out the Big Sky web cam below.
Big Sky Web Cam | Lone Peak
Looking directly out to Lone Peak which is home to Big Sky Mountain Resort. Check out the conditions in the last 24 hours with this timelapse.
Elevation 8,800ft (2,682m)
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Seasons
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The official opening and closing dates for , MT for current and past seasons. These dates are subject to change at Ski Resort discretion based on weather and snowfall. Estimated dates are based on historical averages or advice from the resort and retrieved from the resort website.| Season | Opening | Closing |
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*Closed early due to COVID-19
Where is Big Sky Resort
Big Sky Mountain Resort is a popular ski and summer resort located in southwestern Montana, USA. The resort is situated in the scenic Gallatin Canyon and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests.
The nearest town to Big Sky Mountain Resort is Big Sky, which is a small community that offers a variety of restaurants, shops, and lodging options for visitors. The town is located about 7 miles from the resort and is easily accessible by car or shuttle. Bozeman is the closest city to Big Sky Mountain Resort, and it is a vibrant college town that offers many attractions, including museums, art galleries, and a variety of outdoor activities. Bozeman is approximately 45 miles away from the resort and is a popular destination for visitors to the area.
The Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) is the nearest airport to Big Sky Mountain Resort, and it is located in the town of Belgrade, Montana, which is approximately 50 miles away from the resort. The airport serves many major airlines and offers direct flights to several cities in the United States. Visitors can rent a car, take a shuttle, or hire a taxi to get from the airport to Big Sky Mountain Resort.
Big Sky Snow News
The 23/24 winter season was the polar opposite to the 22/23 season in by way of the fact that there was far less snowfall across the whole country. We take a look at which resorts in United States saw the largest snowfall during the 23/24 winter season. All the total snowfall reports have been taken directly from the ski resort websites as of the 25th of April 2024.