Experience Montana's Adventure Wonderland
Big Sky, Montana, boasts a lifetime of fun for locals and visitors alike. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a newcomer seeking to disconnect and embrace the great outdoors, there's something for everyone on your Big Sky bucket list.
Now's the perfect time to start checking things off that list! As Warren Miller, the legendary skier, once said, "If you don't do it this year, you'll be one year older when you do." So ditch the excuses and get out there to experience the best of Big Sky, Montana.
Feeling overwhelmed? Aim to tackle one exciting activity per season. Here is our list to get you started:
Winter Activities:
- Hit the slopes: Tackle the extensive terrain at Big Sky Resort.
- Après-ski: Celebrate the end of a great ski day with live music and cocktails.
- Learn a new skill: Take a ski lesson or enroll in an avalanche safety course to elevate your winter adventures.
- Lace up your skates: Glide your away across the Marty Pavelich outdoor ice rink in Big Sky's town center.
- Snowmobiling thrills: Rent a snowmobile and explore the exhilarating trails of Buck Ridge.
- Cross-Country Skiing: Head to Lone Mountain Ranch to explore their world-class Nordic ski trails.
- Unique experience: Experience the unique sport of Skijoring at the Best in the West Showdown.
- Attend a performance: Enjoy one of the many high-quality performing arts show at the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center.
Summer Activities:
- Hike to breathtaking vistas: Hike Beehive Basin or Storm Castle Peak for panoramic views.
- Mountain biking adventures: Experience downhill thrills on the exhilarating Mountain to Meadow Trail.
- Tee off in paradise: Swing your clubs at the scenic Big Sky Golf Course.
- Aquatic adventures: Try stand-up paddleboarding at Lake Levinsky.
- Whitewater Thrills: Get your adrenaline pumping with a whitewater rafting trip with Montana Whitewater.
- Horseback riding adventures: Explore the vast backcountry Wilderness on a guided horseback riding trip.
- Test your Endurance: Participate in the annual Rut Race or the Big Sky Biggie.
- Farmers Market: Browse fresh produce and uniquely handcrafted goods at the Big Sky Farmers Market.
- Music in the Mountains: Dance the night away at the free concert on Thursday nights at Len Hill Park.
Year-Round Activities:
- Explore Yellowstone National Park: Embark on an expedition to Yellowstone National Park.
- Wildlife discovery: Visit the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center to learn about the animals that call Montana, home.
- Soak in the serenity: Relax and unwind after a day of adventure at a nearby hot spring.
- Retail therapy: Upgrade your ski gear at Big Sky's top outdoor retailers or discover unique treasures at the Big Sky Farmer's Market.
- Soar to new heights: Soak up unprecedented views with a hot air balloon ride.
- Thrilling Ride: Sail through the trees at Big Sky Resort on a guided Zipline tour.
- Historical exploration: Dive into Big Sky's rich history at Crail Ranch.
- Local brew: Sip a local brew at Beehive Brewery.
- Support a worthy cause: Volunteer your time with a Big Sky non-profit organization.
- Springtime fun: Bike on the scenic pathways before cars are allowed on Yellowstone's roads.
- Cast a line: Embark on a half or full-day fly fishing expedition with a local guide.
- Catch live music: From local musicians playing at various restaurants to huge concerts at the Big Sky Arena, Big Sky has live music throughout the entire year.
- Indulge in Relaxation: Treat yourself to some luxurious pampering at one of Big Sky's wellness spas.
We challenge you: how many items can you cross off your Big Sky bucket list this year? We bet it will be an unforgettable adventure. Come see all that Big Sky, MT has to offer!
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