Cross Country Skiing
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Big Sky Cross Country Skiing in Montana, is an excellent winter activity for those of any skill level who enjoy exercising on groomed and open terrain in a magnificent, outdoor winter wonderland.
- Skiers of all abilities can enjoy Big Sky Montana Cross Country skiing at Lone Mountain Ranch as well as in nearby Gallatin National Forest or in nearby Yellowstone National Park.
- Equipment rentals and ski packages are available at Lone Mountain Ranch or at the area outfitters listed on this page.
Overview
Skiers of all ages and abilities can enjoy cross country skiing in Big Sky, Montana, choosing from an equal mix of easy to intermediate, groomed and open trails and a handful or so of advanced paths.
Where to go Cross Country Skiing
Lone Mountain Ranch
Nordic skiers of all levels can enjoy the open meadows and forested canyons of Lone Mountain Ranch, choosing from 85 groomed and skating lane kilometers of international-caliber Nordic skiing. Lessons from Professional Ski Instructors of America are available, as well as backcountry ski and snowshoe tours and Women’s/Youth ski camps.
Gallatin National Forest
Gallatin National Forest is easily accessible from Big Sky, Montana offering numerous trails, and neighbor Yellowstone National Park is a great area to cross country ski.
Rentals & Fees
The guides and outfitters listed here can provide all your cross-country ski equipment and winter accessories, or you can buy/rent onsite at Lone Mountain Ranch Ski Shop.
Lone Mountain group lessons start at $40/person or $65/person for an 1 ½ private instruction. Ask for a “First Timer” package if interested. Daily equipment rentals start at $20 for adults and $9 for kids.
Hire a Guide
For those cross country enthusiasts who don’t want to get lost or be in charge of the GPS, guided cross-country and telemark tours are a great option so skiers can focus on their skiing.
View the local providers:
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