Backcountry Skiing
Backcountry Big Sky skiing near Big Sky Resort, Moonlight Basin, and Gallatin National Forest in Montana is an exhilarating challenge, attracting locals and visitors each Winter.
Local Listings:
- Some of the popular backcountry Big Sky skiing areas near Big Sky Resort and Moonlight Basin include Bacon Rind Creek, Beehive Basin, Middle Basin, Yellow Mountain
- The outfitters listed on this page can prepare you completely for your Big Sky Backcountry Skiing adventure with telemark ski packages around $30 a day.
Overview
Backcountry skiing in Big Sky, Montana – it doesn’t get much better. If you’re in decent shape and a good skier, this might be just the peaceful, get-away-from-it-all adventure you’re looking for this Winter.
Where to go Backcountry Skiing
Some of the popular backcountry Big Sky skiing areas near Big Sky Resort and Moonlight Basin include:
- Bacon Rind Creek
- Beehive Basin
- Middle Basin
- Yellow Mountain
Hire a Guide
Do yourself a favor and hire an experienced guide or outfitter listed on this page so you can focus on your backcountry Big Sky skiing, experience fewer difficulties as a novice, or just not worry about getting lost!
Guided helicopter, snowcat and snowmobile tours are available so take advantage of them and get in and out of backcountry areas quickly. Snowcats, in particular, provide backcountry skiers an instant “lift” after a run.
Safety Precautions
- Take an avalanche safety course, carry an avalanche beacon and other appropriate equipment as well as extra food and water.
- Ski with a group but cross unstable, avalanche-prone areas one at a time, while watching each other safely reach a designated point.
- Get the latest avalanche condition report by calling the Gallatin National Forest Avalanche Center at 406-587-6981.
