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Blacktail Mountain Ski Area Ski Resort, Montana

Top Rated for
4.70 (5 Ratings)
Quiet Slopes
4.58 (6 Ratings)
Value for Money
4.58 (6 Ratings)
Family Friendliness
4.42 (6 Ratings)
Groomed Runs
4.10 (5 Ratings)
Powder Zones
4.08 (6 Ratings)
Overall Rating
Overall Rating
4.08
From 6 Reviews
27
Total Runs
5236
Bottom Elevation
6676
Top Elevation
1000
Skiable Terrain
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Blacktail Mountain Ski Area in Montana is a hidden treasure with its upside-down layout, where you start at the top and ski down to the lifts. This unique feature provides stunning views of Flathead Lake and the surrounding area. The resort offers a variety of trails suitable for all skill levels, with an emphasis on intermediate terrain. Blacktail Mountain is known for its laid-back atmosphere and uncrowded slopes, offering a peaceful skiing experience. The resort prides itself on being family-friendly and affordable, making it a great option for a day trip or a weekend getaway. The lodge at the top provides panoramic views and a cozy place to warm up and enjoy a meal. The ski area is also committed to sustainability, with efforts to minimize its environmental impact.

Recent Reviews

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Smaller resort with friendly people and many excellent beginner runs. The day we were there it was a Hawaii theme so that was fun with the games and hot chocolate station. I think it's great for all ages and especially families with kids and grandparents.
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Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Great quiet mountain tickets wont rob all of your money easily affordable quiet mountain always good powder and goomers lots of spots for back country jumps natural and built. Never lift lines
Family Friendliness
Off-Piste
Snow Parks
Eating Out
Value for Money
Groomed Runs
Tree Runs
Mogul Fields
Powder Zones
Quiet Slopes
Lift Efficiency
Ski School Quality
Accommodation Options

Blacktail Mountain Ski Area Resort Stats

Ski Terrain
27Total Runs
0.7 milesLongest Run
1000 acresSkiable Terrain
Elevation
6676 feetTop
5236 feetBottom
1440 feetVertical Drop
Lifts
2Chairlifts
Lift Pass Costs
$500Season pass
$701 day
Weather
148 inchesAverage annual snowfall

Blacktail Mountain Ski Area Travel Information

Airports
70min drive50KMsGlacier Park International (FCA)
Train Stations
30min drive25KMsWhitefish Amtrak Station (Whitefish, MT)

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