WINTER AND SPRING ACTIVITIES will be surprised how many activities that there are in Big Sky.
· Skiing
and Snowboarding: We are just 8 miles from Big
Sky and Moonlight Basin. You can be out of the garage and
up to the resort in 15 minutes. This is just awesome snow with no lines. Black
Diamonds that stop your heart, Olympic type terrain park as well as nice long
blue and beginner runs. First class snow with no lines, you can’t beat
that. Rentals are cheaper down the mountain and are just down the
street.
· Shuttle: Big
Sky provides a free snow shuttle to the resorts. This picks up down the street
at the firelight meadows entrance.
· Yellowstone:
Riding a snowmobile in Yellowstone is a once in a life time experience. You not
only get to see the Geysers, there are awesome experiences with the wildlife.
The snow is so beautiful you will think you are with Lewis and Clark. Snow Cats
are also available for a warmer indoor experience.
· Dog
Sledding: Dog Sledding is something to tell your
friends about. If you are lucky you might even get to drive the team. Great
Family Fun!
· Sleigh Rides:. Sleigh ride
through the forest in the crisp air. You are taken up to the meal area and
relax with a meal and music. If you are lucky a moose will join you along the
way. Smores and campfires are included. There are 2 outfits that provide this
service.
· Fly
Fishing: The Gallatin River is just down the
street and you about an hour drive from the Madison River. Fly fishing guides
are plentiful, try Mad Wolf Sports you can float boat or wade, dry or wet
flies, rainbows or browns, it is all a blast. Just call ahead and they can tell
you all of the conditions.
· Cross Country Skiing: Big Sky is
home to plenty of Cross Country Skiing. You can also go into West Yellowstone
and try it out also.
· Snow Shoeing: This is pretty
popular, just strap on your snow shoes and get hiking. There are trails and
rentals available within minutes of your location
· Snowmobiling: West Yellowstone
is known as the “Snowmobiling Capital”. However if you want a less crowded and
a more challenging experience try getting out in the Gallatin National Forest.
We would recommend a guide. Rentals are available right in Big Sky.
· Sledding: There are sleds in the
chalet. There is a great hill right out the back door!
SUMMER AND FALL
ACTIVITIES
You
might just not want to go home after a week up here
· Yellowstone
National Park: You are just about an hour away from the West
Yellowstone entrance. This is a once in a lifetime experience for the whole
family. It is amazing to see so much wildlife up close. The Geysers are an
incredible natural phenomena that you have to experience!
· Fly
Fishing: This is world class fly fishing.
The Gallatin River is just down the street and you about an hour drive from the
Madison River. Fly fishing guides are plentiful, try Mad Wolf Sports you can
float boat or wade, dry or wet flies, rainbows or browns, it is all a blast.
Just call ahead and they can tell you all of the conditions.
· Golfing: An
Arnold Palmer designed course is just down the street. Relaxing lay out
surrounded by mountain views. Rental clubs are available.
· White
Water Rafting: What a thrilling
experience! The Gallatin River provides several different types of rafting
experiences, there are family rides and crazy white water. Several
companies provide this service.
· Hiking:
There are all types of trails long and short easy and difficult. There are
amazing views and wildlife everywhere.
· Mountain
Biking: Bike all over the mountains watch out for moose.
Rentals are available down the street at Gallatin Alpine Sports. They will
provide you with routes and all of the equipment needed.
· Horse
back riding: Trail rides for full and half day.
· Oussell
Falls: This is a short drive to the trail head.
Oussell Falls is a 2 story waterfall at the end of the trail head. This is a
great picnic spot or quick hike. There is a trail that starts at the entrance
to Firelight Meadows that leads to the trail head.
· Wildlife
Viewing: Big Horn Sheep,
Elk, Deer, Coyotes and Moose are roaming around. Guides services are available.
