Whitefish, Whitefish

Big Mountain towers above the resort town of Whitefish with views to the gorgeous Glacier National Park, Flathead Valley, and even the Canadian Rockies. The resort has over 3,000 acres and a vertical drop of 2,500 feet. There's plenty of snow every winter, and high-speed quads move you around the aptly named mountain. Great tree skiing, too, and a friendly local vibe makes Big Mountain a great Montana destination.ActivitiesSnowboarding: Snowboarding is allowed on all open terrain. Whitetail Terrain Park on the North Side is a series of hits, gap jumps, berms, rails, and table tops. Lessons and rentals are available at Big Mountain Sports and the Outpost Ski Shop.Cross Country Profile: Sixteen kilometers of cross country ski trails for both classic and skate skiing offer a variety of terrain for different skill levels.LodgingLodging is available for up to 1,600 guests within walking distance of the lifts, trails, shops, restaurants, and activities. Plenty of lodging also available in Whitefish, just a short drive down the hill.Winter RecreationThere is snowcat skiing, adaptive skiing, NASTAR ski racing, Nordic Center, sledding, snowtubing, cross country, tubing, night ski, sleigh rides, snowshoeing, dog sledding adventures, and snowmobiling.