Plan Your Stay at Big Sky Resort

Winter 2016 – 2017 Planning Guide

We’re thrilled to host our 55th Annual Scientific Meeting at Big Sky Resort in Montana from February 18-22, 2017. Read on for important information as you plan your stay.

Concierge Hours: 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
Summit Concierge 406.995.8006
Huntley Concierge 406.995.5806

Airport to Resort Transportation Services

Transportation to Big Sky Resort should be arranged prior to your visit.

  • Karst Stage: Reservations required. Motor coach shuttle service for individuals or groups all over the area. Visit www.karststage.com or call (800) 287-4759.
  • Shuttle to Big Sky & Taxi: Airport transportation or door-to-door services available with friendly and knowledgeable drivers. Complimentary grocery stop included from airport. Visit www.bigskytaxi.com or call (888) 454-5667.
  • Big Sky Shuttle: Ultra-luxurious private transportation. Complimentary grocery stop included from airport. Visit www.bigskyshuttle.net to learn more.
  • Classic Limo: Offering private airport transportation directly to your hotel or condo. Complimentary grocery stop included. Visit www.bozemanlimo.com or call (406) 585-5466.
  • Car Rental: Most major car rental agencies are located in the airport. Avis day rentals may be arranged on a limited basis through the Summit Concierge

Spa & Wellness Studio

  • Solace Spa: Rejuvenate or pamper yourself in our newly renovated spa.  Choose from a relaxing massage, pedicure, or facial. Indulge in a relaxing date with a Couple’s Massage. Salon services are also offered.  Click here to learn more or call (406) 995-5803 for an appointment.
  • Wellness Studio Classes: Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Ballet Fitness, Ski Conditioning and Kick Boxing are offered.  The Wellness Studio is located on the mountain in the Village Center. Purchase class passes at Concierge, Basecamp or Front Desk prior to arrival for classes. Click here to learn more.

Basecamp Adventures

Cancellation Policy – 24 hours. (406) 995-5769

  • Nature Zipline Tour: Soar through the trees on our guided 3-line Nature Zip Line tour.
  • Adventure Zipline Tour: A guided 4-line tour covering a mile of zipping length; reaching speeds up to 35 mph.
  • Guided High Ropes Course: Let our guides take you through more than 10 high rope elements at 30 feet up in the trees. Reserve 48 hours in advance  
  • Bungee Trampoline/Climbing Wall/Smoke Jumper Giant Swing: Bounce, jump, flip, climb & swing; fun for kids and adults alike. No reservation required. Tickets are sold at Basecamp in the plaza.
  • Guided Snowshoe Tour: Join a guide for an interpreted afternoon snowshoe tour on the Moose Tracks Trail on Lone Mountain.  Tour leaves basecamp daily at 1:15 pm. 

Kids’ Activities

  • Kid’s Club: Let us entertain the kids with various daily activities such as mask-making and treasure hunting.  Open daily from 4:00pm-6:00pm to children ages 4 and up. Kid’s Club is located in the Village Center. Call (406) 995-5557
  • I-Ranch Teen Room: Enjoy free Wi-Fi, foosball, ping pong, and video games. Open 7:00am-11:00pm daily in the Mountain Mall on the 2nd floor. Complimentary for all guests. Call (406) 995-5555 for information.
  • Rescue Dog Presentation: Come meet the furry friends of the Big Sky Resort Ski Patrol. The rescue dog presentation is at 5:00pm on Saturdays in front of Basecamp by the fire pit. Cost:  Complimentary for all guests.

Yurt / Snow Cat Dinner

Montana Dinner Yurt: Travel by snow cat to a heated yurt and enjoy a 3-course Montana dinner, live music, and a sled hill. Tour leaves at 6:30pm daily from the Summit Lodge.  Alcohol is BYOB.  Please inform us at time of reservation if you need gluten-free or vegetarian options. Visit http://skimba.com/Dinner.html or call (406) 995-3880.

Dog Sledding

  • Spirit of the North Dog Sledding: Spirit of the North offers dog sledding in the Big Sky Area.  Learn to mush with amazing dogs. 2 hours trips at 9:30am & 1:00pm. Spirit of the North also offers dog sledding in West Yellowstone. Visit http://www.huskypower.com/ or call (406) 995-3424.
  • Yellowstone Dog Sled Adventures: Offers small group dog sled adventures providing an intimate experience that emphasizes interaction with our huskies and our surroundings.   Participants need to be some-what active and prepared for a winter outing into the mountains.  Due to the elevations and conditions where they offer tours- trips are not well-suited for sedentary or in-active people. Visit www.yellowstonedogsledadventures.com or call (406)223-5134.

Horseback Riding

Jake’s Horses: Come saddle up for a trail ride in the Big Sky area.  Rides range from one hour to a full day; all riding abilities are welcome. We have a wide variety of trails and rides to suit the tenderfoot or the experienced. For winter rides, wear ski clothes, the warmest boots you have, and don’t forget gloves and a hat. Visit http://www.jakeshorses.com/trail.html or call (800) 352-5956

Sleigh Rides

320 Guest Ranch Sleigh Ride:  Escape to the 320 Guest Ranch for a night of true Montana hospitality!  Whether it is a romantic getaway, girls’ night out, or a need for some family fun, join us on a star-dotted sleigh ride along the Gallatin River pulled by the 320 Ranch Percheron draft horses. Choose from a before-dinner appetizer ride at 5:30pm or 7:00pm or an after-dinner dessert ride at 9:00pm. Visit http://www.320ranch.com/activities/ranch-winter.php or call 800-243-0320 for more information.

  • Appetizer Ride Includes: Sleigh ride to Mountain Man Campsite along the Gallatin River, bowl of wild game chili, popcorn, hot chocolate & cider, ranch stories by a bonfire, sleigh ride back to front office 5:30 PM or 7:00 PM.
  • Dessert Ride Includes: Sleigh ride to Mountain Man Campsite along the Gallatin River, hot & delicious wild berry cobbler, popcorn, hot chocolate & cider, ranch stories by a bonfire, sleigh ride back to front office 9:00 PM.

Lone Mountain Ranch Sleigh Ride Dinner: Dinner guests are transported on horse drawn sleighs to our remote North Fork cabin for a very special dinner cooked on an old fashioned wood-fired cook stove and great entertainment by local singer/songwriters.  A Montana-sized prime rib dinner is served family style in a room illuminated by kerosene lanterns and cowboy music round out an evening reminiscent of times long ago. Visit http://www.lonemountainranch.com/winter-things-to-do/sleigh-ride-dinner/ for more information.

Ice Skating

Town Center: Big Sky Skating and Hockey Association rink-check website for open skate times. $5 donation suggested. Rental skates available at two Town Center locations: Grizzly Outfitters or East Slope Outfitters. Visit http://www.bssha.org/open-skating/ for more information.

Nordic Skiing

Lone Mountain Ranch: Located just 5 miles down Lone Mountain Trail sits a world-class Nordic trail system with 85km professionally

groomed trails for both classic & skate skiing. (406) 995-5769.

Snowshoe Rentals & Trails

  • Big Sky Resort Snowshoe Rentals: Conveniently rent snowshoes from Big Sky Resort. Guided tours are available every day at 1:00pm.  (406) 995-5769 for more information.
  • Lone Mountain Ranch: The snowshoe trail system stands on its own outside of the Nordic trail system. The over 30 km of trails meander through the Ranch and can be toured alone, with friends or family or with a guide. Full moon snowshoe tours are also a favorite of guests and locals. 800-514-4644.
  • Grizzly Outfitters: Rent snowshoes in the Town Center of Big Sky, MT.  (406) 995-2939.
  • Gallatin Alpine Sports: Rent snowshoes in the Town Center of Big Sky, MT.   (406) 995-2313.

Winter Fly Fishing

Gallatin River Guides: Winter is a great opportunity for Rainbow, Brown & Cutthroat Trout. Suit up with a local guide for an unparalleled fishing experience. http://www.montanaflyfishing.com

Local Snowmobiling

Canyon Adventures: Canyon Adventures is located one mile south of Big Sky. Snowmobile rentals and guide services are available. Service available: Half Day (8:30am-12:30pm; 1:00pm-5:00pmFull Day (8:30am-5:00pm). Maximum of five people allowed per private guide. Call 800-520-7533 for more information. Cancellation policy:  7 day’s advance notice for full refund. http://www.snowmobilemontana.com/

West Yellowstone Snowmobiling

Rendezvous: Explore over 300 miles of groomed trails on Forest Service land next to Yellowstone National Park. See amazing views overlooking Yellowstone, the Grand Tetons, Idaho and Montana. Ride to Mesa Falls, Big Springs (headwaters of the Snake River) or a snowmobile-only resort for lunch. You can ride over the Continental Divide, leave the trail to play in the powder. You may even see wildlife. These trails are actually preferred by many over Yellowstone Park. We have a variety of snowmobile models for different ranges of experience. All snowmobiles have heated handlebars for a warmer and more comfortable ride. We have a good selection of rental clothing including helmets, snowsuits, snow boots and mittens. We’ll be happy to assist with your transportation, meals, guides or any extras you may need. Enjoy the freedom of snowmobile trails outside and adjacent to the park. http://www.yellowstonebigsky.com/snowmobiling/rendezvousrentals.htm, 1-800-426-7669

Two Top: West Yellowstone is the snowmobile capital of the world due to our extensive trail systems and our proximity to Yellowstone National Park. Enjoy Yellowstone and hundreds of miles of groomed snowmobile trails in Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming. You will experience a “winter wonderland” of unparalleled beauty. Touring by snowmobile is very comfortable and enjoyable. Two Top Snowmobile Rental is dedicated to making your trip as fun and safe as possible. Before you ride, we go through the operation of the sleds as well as the “rules of the road”. Hundreds of miles of well-marked daily groomed trails start right at our front door.  See website for pricing.  http://www.twotopsnowmobile.com/, 800-522-7802

See Yellowstone: Have you ever seen Yellowstone Park in the winter?  This is your opportunity to tour the park in one of our snow coaches or guided snowmobile tours in the park.  See Yellowstone also has snowmobile rental for unguided tours outside the park area trails.  See website for pricing.  http://www.seeyellowstone.com/, Phone:  1-800-221-1151. See Yellowstone has a wide selection of 2 and 4 stroke sleds available for rental so you can explore the surrounding area. Private guides are available or just go out on your own. Guides are required to enter Yellowstone National Park.

Trips to Yellowstone National Park

Even if you have been through Yellowstone Park a dozen times in the summer, Yellowstone’s unique winter environment should not be missed. Sit back and relax surrounded by winter wonders of Yellowstone and enjoy your snowmobile or snowcoach Yellowstone interpretive tour as you learn about everything from Yellowstone geology to wildlife to park history and the current issues affecting our nation’s first national park.  

Enjoy access to Yellowstone National Park’s snowy interior via the West Entrance: December 15 thru March 15. Snow coach and snowmobile access only, no cars. All snowmobile drivers must have a valid driver’s license.

IMPORTANT: Trips into Yellowstone end March 15th to Old Faithful and March 3rd Grand Canyon.

Buffalo Bus: Snowcoach and snowmobile tours to depart West Yellowstone about 8:30 am and return around 5 pm. If traveling from Big Sky Resort, Krystal Coach is an extra $35 and will pick you up in front of the Summit Hotel at 6:45 am and return by 6:30pm.  www.YellowstoneBigSky.com, 1-800-426-7669.

  • Luxury Snowcoach or Snowmobile Tour to Old Faithful, the world’s most concentrated geothermal area with knowledgeable local guides.
  • Luxury Snowcoach Tour to Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, the Park’s hottest and most dynamic geyser basin on your way to 308 foot Lower Yellowstone Falls.  (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat only)  
  • Custom tours to other destinations within Yellowstone Park are available

Two Top: Daily professionally guided snowmobile tours to Old Faithful Geyser Basin or the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. Park tours depart from our shop between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM, returning to our shop by 5:00 PM. A maximum of ten snowmobiles are allowed in each tour. Private tours are available.  Daily Trip to Old Faithful and trips to the Grand Canyon are subject to availability; reserve yours early.  www.TwoTopSnowmobile.com/tours.htm, 800-522-7802

Yellowstone Alpen Guides: Travel aboard environmentally friendly 10 passenger classic bombardier snow coaches (see the website for more information on the bombardier snow coach). For the more adventurous, step off the beaten path on one of our snowshoe/ski drops to truly experience a crystalline wonderland.  Snowcoach tours to Old Faithful, Biscuit Basin Drop, and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone are available and all depart at 9:00 am and return by 5:00 pm from West Yellowstone.  Ski and snowshoe options are available on all tours. http://yellowstoneguides.com/yellowstone-national-park-winter-tours/

See Yellowstone: Tour the park in one of our snow coaches or guided snowmobile tours in the park.  http://www.seeyellowstone.com/, 800-221-1151.