Montana is a winter playground for outdoor recreation enthusiasts. With its plentiful snowfall, there is no better place for downhill and cross-country skiing, ice climbing, ice skating, snowmobiling. Bring your kids and spend some time building a snowman. After your Montana winter activities are complete try soaking in a nearby hot springs.
Visiting Montana for your next ski vacation? You won't be disappointed by the terrain or conditions at Montana ski resorts. These mountains offer some of the finest skiing in the lower 48. Lone Mountain part of Big Sky is the center piece of the resorts and tops out at 11,166 feet and offers 1,500 acres of north facing terrain. With 400 inches of annual snowfall, non-existent lift lines, terrain parks and even a tubing park, these Montana ski areas are a skier and snowboarders dream come true. From expert skiers to children, you'll find ideal conditions in Montana.
During your Montana vacation, be sure to check out cross country skiing. The Bohard Ranch Cross-Country Ski Center is 16 miles northeast of Bozeman, and boasts over 27 km of top-of-the line groomed trails, perfect for both cross-country and skate skiing.
Montana snowmobiling is extraordinary with many different trails and areas to explore. One of the more popular is the Big Sky Snowmobile Trail, extending 120 miles between Bozeman and Yellowstone. This trail can be broken up into 5 shorter access loops. Snowmobiles of all calibers can be rented, purchased or serviced in the area.
For the hearty and experienced, Bozeman holds some of the best ice climbing in the United States. This is also a great spectator sport, if you like watching people swing around on ropes with sharp tools. Hyalite Canyon is one of the premier climbing venues in the West and is just a short distance from Bozeman, Montana.
Looking for alternative Montana winter activities? Just because there is snow don't forget about horseback riding or fly fishing. Other popular Montana winter activities include ice fishing, snowshoeing, ice skating, snowcoach tours and sleigh rides.
Nothing is better than capping a busy winter day by soaking in hot water. There are several hot springs in the area that are sure to relax the body and spirit after spending all day exercising in the cold air.
There’s so much to do here in the winter, you’ll need many seasons to come back and experience it all. Buy a piece of Montana real estate today so you and future generations can enjoy all that a Montana winter has to offer.
