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Family Friendly Trail Riding in Big Sky
Take the kids on a 2-4 hour, or all-day, adventure on the trails near Big Sky and Yellowstone. Pickup at the Corral Bar & Restaurant and ride from there, great rates.
Take the Kids to the Lake to Paddle, Float & Tube
Kirkwood Marina (40 mins south of Big Sky) offers pontoon boats (for pulling tubes), SUP & Kayak rentals, store and rental fishing boats on gorgeous Hebgen Lake.
American Computer & Robotics Museum - Kids Free
From the first Apple Computer ever built, to robots, kids toys from early 20th century, communications tools, and Star Trek memorabilia - lots to take in.
Big Sky Adventures & Tours - all season kid fun
Parents are always looking for fun and educational activities to enjoy together. We'll get them measuring, photographing and viewing Yellowstone wildlife, geysers, and more.
East Slope Outdoors | Kids Fishing setups
If visiting Big Sky this spring & summer, we love taking out the kids for an introductory lesson or guided trip with you. We have rental gear, licenses, flies & more.
Wild West Yellowstone Rodeo for 2026
West Yellowstone, MTHave you ever watched kids try to catch a calf? It is funny as all get-out. Just 45 minutes from Big Sky in West Yellowstone, we run June 12-Aug 15, so much fun.
Madison River Tubing - family fun on the water
Our Madison River trips (20 mins west of Bozeman) offer tube rentals for $18/day for DIY floats, or $31/pp for guided fun. This is ideal family fun for warm days in Montana.
Geyser Kayak Tours | Paddle Fun for Kids
Older teens love paddling their own single or tandem-kayak on Yellowstone Lake next to their parents. Come enjoy family bonding time on this gorgeous body of water in the Park
Spire Climbing + Fitness | Kid Friendly Fun
Bozeman, MTOur kid-friendly climbing gym in Bozeman (50 mins from Big Sky) is a perfect way to have fun and help them build strength and agility. No experience necessary, we'll show them
Jake's Horses | great fun for kids
Kids ride gentle horses on real Montana trails at Jake's Horses. They'll learn to ride, spot elk and deer, and feel like they grew up here.
What can I do with my kids in the summer in Big Sky?
- Big Sky Resort Base Camp
The base area at Big Sky Resort is a kids playground. Enjoy a bungee trampoline, zipline rides, high ropes course, climbing wall, and mini golf. - Scenic Chairlift Ride
Take a round-trip chairlift ride up Big Sky and go on a short hike at the top. - Kids Club
Big Sky also offers a kids day camp where activities and crafts change on a daily basis. - Ziplining
A handful of local businesses offer ziplines. What an unforgettable experience? - Canoeing or Kayaking
Lake Levinsky near the base of Big Sky Resort offers canoe, kayak, and SUP rentals. It's a small lake but fun for an afternoon of activity. - Hike to Ousel Falls
This short 2 mile hike is great for families. There is a waterfall at the end and a lovely pool where you can dip your toes. - Whitewater Rafting
A great day activity in the heart of summer for the older kids. - Yellowstone National ParkBig Sky is a great jumping off point for visiting Yellowstone Park. If you can take at least a few days to explore the park with your kids.
- Nearby Attractions
If you are heading south towards West Yellowstone, make sure to take in a movie at the Imax Theater and visit the Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center.
What can I do with my kids in the winter in Big Sky?
- Skiing
Kids may not be able to tackle the Big Couloir on top of Lone Peak quite yet, so enroll them in ski or snowboard camp at Big Sky Resort for a half or full day. - Big Sky Base Area Activities
Big Sky hosts a number of fun kids activities at the base including a bungee trampoline, zipline, snow tubing hill, and more. - Kids Club
From 3:30-5:50 grab an après ski drink while kids participate in the Kids Club. From mask-making to outdoor field games, Kids 4 and up love hanging out at the “kids only” clubhouse at Big Sky resort (free for resort guests). - Sleigh Rides
Snuggle up with your little ones as they experience the magic of a sleigh ride through the snow-covered Narnia-esque forest of Big Sky. Depending on the outfitter you choose, your horse-drawn sleigh will take you to a gourmet dinner and live music or board games and marshmallow roasting in a toasty mountain yurt. Check out the providers below to book your ideal sleigh adventure. - Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center in West Yellowstone
See LIVE grizzlies and wolves at this AZA Accredited, Not-for-Profit Wildlife Park and Educational Facility. Experience: a new River Otter & Riparian Habitat, live Bird-of-Prey Exhibits, view wolves from the Naturalist Cabin, Keeper Kid's (hide food for the bears), Wolf Enrichment, Safety in Bear Country Programs, Yellowstone Park Ranger Talks, a World-Class Bear museum, intriguing films and presentations. All the animals at the Center are unable to survive in the wild for different reasons and serve as ambassadors for their wild counterparts. Open 365 days (GWDC bears do NOT hibernate!). Admission is good for two consecutive days. One block from Yellowstone National Park. Children 5 to 12 are $8.00 children under 5 are free. - Museum of the Rockies in Bozeman
Check out the largest Tyrannosaurus rex skull ever unearthed or catch a show at the Digistar planetarium. Kids also love the Living History Farm, where re-enactors dress in frontier period costumes ($10 for adults, $9 for senior, $7 for children 5-18, free for children 4 and under). - Zipline
Kids over three feet tall love swinging like Tarzan through the trees and over the slopes on Big Sky Resort’s Zipline. You’ll zip on three different lines over two hours, speeding 25 mph 60 feet above the ground.
