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How Skiers Rate Big Sky

Overall Rating
4.34
Value for Money
3.72
Quiet Slopes
3.85
Après-Ski
3.89
Accommodation Options
4.18
Family Friendliness
4.31
Groomed Runs
4.57
Powder Zones
4.39
Tree Runs
4.33
Mogul Fields
3.75
Off-Piste
4.60
Snow Parks
3.78
Lift Efficiency
4.52
Eating Out
3.82
Ski School Quality
4.34
Beginners
4.60
Intermediates
4.42
Advanced
4.11
Experts
4.43
Snowboarders
4.40

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What Skiers Say About Big Sky

Big Sky attracts predominantly advanced and expert skiers drawn to its extensive terrain spread across over 5,000 acres and 300+ runs. Users consistently highlight the modern lift infrastructure, including heated bubble chairs and high-speed lifts, alongside minimal wait times outside peak periods. Snow quality and varied terrain receive frequent praise, though several reviewers note rocky conditions early season and mention the mountain works best later in winter. The resort is repeatedly described as expensive, with high lift ticket costs, additional tram fees, and pricey on-mountain food. Reviewers frequently mention limited après-ski and dining options both on-mountain and in the village. Intermediate and beginner skiers find adequate terrain but advanced riders emphasise the resort's strength lies in expert runs, trees, and steeps.

AI-generated summary based on verified skier reviews

  • extensive terrain
  • modern lift system
  • minimal lift queues
  • expert terrain variety
  • snow quality
  • tree skiing
  • high prices
  • limited après-ski
  • tram surcharge
  • early season conditions
  • dining options
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braylen
advanced snowboarder 🏂 🇺🇸 United States
Dec, 8 2024
Really nice lifts with heated seats and bubbles also a mew tram with great views and good terain off of it. Good variety of greens all the way to Triple blacks. Was not supper busy and had good variety of food to get at the base. Really easy to get to from the airport only about a 50 minute drive.
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Thatcher
advanced skier ⛷️
Dec, 6 2024
Big Sky is a phenomenon resort in most ways, lots of runs on verying difficulty and terrain, ok parks, and good accommodations. They are much more aimed at out of state skiers and neglect locals. Their pricing is out of control.
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Marc
expert skier ⛷️
Dec, 4 2024
Its Big Sky youre going to spend a lot of money. The slopes are worth it when the full mountains open and the crowding isnt too bad. Pack a lunch and get so drinks from the gas station and itll be a great time.
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David
expert skier ⛷️ 🇺🇸 United States
Nov, 29 2024
Amazing day early season with great snow and friendly staff
Heated seats in chairlifts was a pleasant surprise upper mountain access needs better signage for new skiers to locate easier Ill be skiing here a lot more def my top 3 fav resorts
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Holden
advanced skier ⛷️
Nov, 21 2024
Big Sky Resort in Montana is a premier ski destination that truly lives up to its reputation. With over 5,850 acres of skiable terrain, 4,350 feet of vertical drop, and a variety of runs for all skill levels, it offers unmatched skiing opportunities. The modern lift system ensures minimal wait times, and the views of Lone Peak and the surrounding mountains are absolutely breathtaking. The resort village provides excellent amenities, including dining, shopping, and après-ski options, creating a well-rounded experience. Whether youre an expert skier or a beginner, Big Sky is the perfect destination for a memorable mountain getaway.
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Alex
expert skier ⛷️
Nov, 21 2024
Very good resort for beginner and advanced skiers to experts, possibly lacking for those in between. Expensive, but very big and varied terrain. Lots of rocks though. Lifts are extremely fast and comfortable but break down a lot. Like a lot a lot. Tram offers triple blacks which are a blast but it is now on a pay per ride basis, further adding to the expense.
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Ethan
advanced skier ⛷️
Nov, 20 2024
3/10. Way too expensive for what they have to offer. Extremely crowded. Most of the mountain encompasses rich people who think they are all high and mighty. Rude visitors. Employees could care less if the chairs run you over or not, wont slow down for anything. And you have to pay an absurd amount on top of the day pass to access the tram to the top. Much better mountains in Montana to ski/ride: Whitefish and Bridger to name a few.
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Donovan Romero
advanced skier ⛷️
Nov, 19 2024
This is overall suck a good resort! The staff are always nice and welcoming and the community is out of the world. The lifts are so fast and get you to some of the best runs in the country. I could not recommend this place more!
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Jarred
expert snowboarder 🏂
Nov, 17 2024
Great place to be long enough to get some good time on the mountain. The place is huge and to see it and appreciate it all takes some time.
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Nicholas
expert skier ⛷️
Nov, 14 2024
Big Sky, MT is my home resort. I love here all year round. There is lots of expert terrain and exposure.
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Drew
expert skier ⛷️
Apr, 30 2024
endless terrain for every level of skier and great food at the bottom. super fast nice lifts and manageable lines.
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Cindy
advanced skier ⛷️
Mar, 16 2024
Good variety of terrain
Beautiful
User friendly
Huge!
Lone Peak is awesome
Parking is easy
Lifts are modern
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Phillip
advanced skier ⛷️
Jan, 31 2024
One of my favorite resorts to ski. Getting there is more of a trek than the top few in Colorado where we normally go, but its worth it for sure. The times I went the crowds were much smaller than in Colorado too. Cute little resort town with plenty of restaurants, bars and shops. Plenty of places to stay near the slopes too
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Kelley
advanced skier ⛷️
Jan, 28 2024
Low snow year, but still very enjoyable. The lifts are excellent the two 6 & the 8 pacs with heated seats
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Liv
advanced skier ⛷️
Jan, 25 2024
Its the cutest ski town I loved all the restaurants and shops. Really good food and super cute shops! Its a very big hill with lots of different terrain options the most common being moguls and groom. There is multiple parks for different skier levels and ages. Loved how many lifts there is!
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Charlie
expert skier ⛷️
Jan, 25 2024
Big Sky ski resort is a massive resort that has something for everyone. Some of the craziest steep terrain, hidden pockets of powder and very friendly beginner terrain. The ski school is very well organized with lots of great instructors. The Mountain Village and town of Big Sky has everything you could need for a great vacation.
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Jake
expert snowboarder 🏂
Jan, 24 2024
Big sky has some of the best expert and advanced terrain in the country. It also has some good beginner and intermediate terrain but the harder runs are where it really stands out.
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Briannah
intermediate skier ⛷️
Jan, 23 2024
Big Sky Resort has given me opportunities like no other. From the diverse terrain, to the great customer service! There are over 300 runs from green to triple black, and it is a great place for any level of skier/snowboarder. There isnt just skiing, they also have fun outdoor activities like the enchanted forest that give you experiences of a life time. The employees at the resort are very experienced in what they do and any questions you have can be answered.

Taking all of this into account Big Sky Resort is one of the best! Best runs, best atmosphere, best views!
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Jake
expert snowboarder 🏂
Jan, 22 2024
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Ashley
advanced skier ⛷️
Jan, 20 2024
Big sky offers great terrain for a variety of skiers. However, the sticker price for a day pass is just not worth it for those who arent experienced enough to explore the upper terrain. That being said if you can reasonably afford to ski here it is amazing skiing with some of the best terrain of any Montana ski area.
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