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Welcome to Big Sky, Montana
Big Sky Resort is a world-class destination in the heart of Montana's mountains, where wide-open spaces and the iconic Lone Peak create an unforgettable winter experience. Rising 4,350 vertical feet above the valley and culminating at the 11,166-foot summit, Lone Peak offers 300 degrees of skiing across 5,850 acres of diverse terrain. Renowned for having North America's most technologically advanced lift network, Big Sky Resort is elevating the guest experience this season with enhancements to comfort, accessibility, and dining.
What's New Winter 2026-27
First Full Season of the Explorer Gondola and Kircliff
After debuting to strong reception during the 2025–2026 season, the Explorer Gondola and Kircliff return for their first full winter season at Big Sky. The high-speed, 10-person Explorer Gondola connects the Mountain Village base area directly to the Lone Peak Tram, creating a faster, more seamless top-to-bottom lift experience for skiers, riders, and sightseers alike. Perched at 11,166 feet atop Lone Peak, Kircliff is an alpine observatory with sweeping 360-degree vistas across three states and two national parks.
M by The Alinea Group Returns to Big Sky
M by The Alinea Group, created in partnership with Big Sky Resort and led by Chef Grant Achatz, returns for a second winter season from December 10, 2026 through April 3, 2027. Following a celebrated debut season, the multi-course tasting menu brings back signature dishes alongside new courses shaped by a deeper exploration of Montana's alpine landscape. M returns to its custom space designed by Fettle, featuring a red travertine bar, earthy hues, and locally sourced wood beams.
Iglu at Big Sky Resort Returns with Larger Footprint
Returning for the 2026-27 season, Iglu at Big Sky Resort is a snow and ice bar experience perched in the Bowl at the base of the Tram. Crafted using centuries-old European alpine building techniques, Iglu offers guests a striking, warm gathering space amid one of Montana's most dramatic high-alpine settings. New this season, Iglu is officially accessible on foot via a dedicated staircase from the top terminal of the Explorer Gondola, giving guests an easier, more direct way to reach the venue on their own.
Easy to Get to, Hard to Leave
Big Sky Resort elevates its air accessibility this winter with expansive air service to Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN).
Early arrivals from major cities like Los Angeles, Boston, New York, Chicago, Seattle, Dallas, Denver, and Washington, DC, allow for same-day skiing.
Mountain Upgrades
Big Sky Resort is building North America's most technologically advanced chairlift network. Find information about our recent on-mountain upgrades in the fact sheets below.
