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Montana Snowbowl - Snowbowl is Missoula's hidden secret. A difficult mountain with slow chairs and a windy road, this is no place for beginners. But if you know your stuff, then Snowbowl is paradise. A 2600ft drop, abundant bowls, and acre upon acre of tree skiing make this Missoula's choice. Snow report: (406) 549-9696
Big Mountain - Rated number 21 in North America and the best resort in Montana by the readers of Ski Magazine, October 2001 issue, Big Mountain is a rapidly growing resort ski area near Whitefish. Today, an efficient lift system with high-speed quads makes the climb, and you reap the rewards. 3,000 acres of fluffy goodness. 91 marked runs. 2,500 feet of vertical. Plus a terrain park. Everywhere you look, you see powder stashes, tree shots, velvety groomers, and surprisingly few people. Snow report: (406) 862-SNOW
Lost Trail - When you visit Lost Trail Powder Mountain you will enjoy the beauty and uncrowded slopes of the Northern Rockies' hidden jewel. Experience affordable family skiing from the top of the Continental Divide. With unbelievable powder at unbelievably low prices a full day lift ticket is only $26.00 for Adults and $15.00 for children. Take Highway 93 south from Missoula, through Darby, to the Montana/Idaho boarder, where Lost Trail is located. Snow report: (406) 821-3211
Lookout Pass - Cheap tickets and good snow is what Lookout Pass is about. They also recently expanded, which is always a plus. With mostly intermediate terrain, Lookout Pass is a great family ski area. Take I-90 towards Idaho. Lookout Pass is at Exit 0. Snow report: (208) 744-1301 Ext. 3
Discovery - Discovery Ski Area is known for light powder, inexpensive prices, uncrowded slopes, delicious food, and friendly atmosphere. The terrain ranges from gentle beginner slopes on the front to steep bowls on the back side. There are 440 acres of skiable terrain equally divided between beginner, intermediate, advanced and expert slopes. The ski area is located 95 miles southeast of Missoula and 45 northwest of Butte. Take Exit 153 off I-90. Remain on Highway 1 past the Georgetown Dam, where the turnoff for Discovery is located. (406) 563-2184
Big Sky - Big Sky is the big resort in Montana. With a 4350ft vertical drop and a summit elevation of 11,150ft, this is no surprise. A large average annual snowfall, small lines, and difficult terrain are the draws of this resort, but expect to pay for it. Ticket prices are around $60 and accommodations are quite expensive. Located south of Bozeman in the Absaroka mountains. Snow Line: (406) 995-5900.
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