Montana is a popular ski vacation destination in the United States of America. With its huge mountains, wonderful snow, friendly faces and uncrowded slopes, Montana draws ski enthusiasts from all over the world during winter months. The variety of terrain ensures an enjoyable skiing experience for beginners and experts alike. Ski season arrives in the state late in fall and will last until early spring.
Montana has some of the largest ski resorts in North America. It boasts 14,000 acres of terrain ideal for skiing and 548 runs. It has several ski areas including Bear Paw, Big Mountain, Big Sky, Blacktail Mountain, Bridger, Great Divide, Lookout Pass, Lost Trail, Maverick, Moonlight, Red Lodge, Showdown, Snowbowl and Teton Pass. The state's biggest and best resorts are Bridger, Big Sky, Big Mountain, and Red Lodge. Bridger and Big Sky feature some of America's toughest double-blacks, while places like Lookout Pass combine regular snowfalls with two terrain parks in which the children can play. Big Sky Resort has three mountains graced by over 400 inches of annual snowfall to delight skiers and snowboarders.