Montana Comprehensive Tourism Site: Visit the State's official website and plan a trip to Big Sky Country! Full of maps, information on the state's National Parks, and a complete event calendar.
800-VISITMT(847-4868) www.visitmt.com

Big Sky Chamber of Commerce: 406-995-3000, 800-943-4111 www.bigskychamber.com

Bozeman Chamber of Commerce: 406-586-5421, 800-228-4224 www.bozemanchamber.com

Bozeman Convention and Visitors Bureau: www.bozemancvb.visitmt.com

West Yellowstone Chamber of Commerce: 406-646-7701 www.westyellowstonechamber.com

Big Sky is in "Yellowstone Country." Visit this great website:
www.yellowstonecountry.net

Skyline Bus Service (FREE): 406-995-6287
Provides the link between Bozeman and Big Sky. Year-round service. Sit back and enjoy the view on Skyline. Schedules and routes available on: www.skylinebus.com

Big Sky Calendar of Events:
www.moonlightbasin.com/site/calendar_main.html
www.bigskyresort.com/Activities/Events-Calendar/index.asp

Moonlight Basin Resort:
www.moonlightbasin.com
Snow phone: 406-993-MOON
Moonlight Lodge: 406-995-7600

Moonlight Mountain Concierge: 866-512-7716

Email: concierge@moonlightbasin.com

www.moonlightbasin.com/stay/moonlight-lodge
Moonlight Spa: (in Moonlight Lodge)
888-338-0631 or 406-995-7700
www.moonlightbasin.com/spa/

Big Sky Resort: 800-548-4486 www.bigskyresort.com

It's not everyday you get to see a bighorn sheep or bull elk, but at Big Sky it's a very frequent occurance. Some spots that you are likely to see animals include: bighorn sheep at the entrance to Big Sky off Hwy. 191, elk and coyotes in the meadows of the Gallatin River headwaters in the northwest corner of Yellowstone Park, bison on the Madison River near West Yellowstone, moose and geese in the Big Sky Meadow Village, mountain goats in the high cliffs of Lone Peak and Beehive basin.

If you'd like the assistance of a local specialist, they will take you to excellent wildlife viewing areas and help you learn more about their lives and habitat.

Moonlight Basin and Big Sky Resort have joined to form one of North America’s largest interconnected trail networks on Lone Peak. Now, skiers and snowboarders have the option to purchase the Lone Peak Pass, allowing unlimited access to both resorts. This combined pass provides lift access to hundreds of acres of stunning summit snowfields that were previously accessible only by hiking.

In 2007-2008, Big Sky will offer 3,812 acres of skiable terrain accessed by 21 lifts while Moonlight Basin will offer 2,900 acres of skiable terrain accessed by 7 lifts. Between them, the two resorts operate 220 named runs and have the second-biggest vertical descent in the US, at 4,350’ (1,326 meters). The new Zero Gravity Terrain Park will debut this season as well. From steep and deep powder, to gladed runs, to perfect groomers, and wide open bowls, you will find it all!

LIFT TICKET INFO:
Moonlight Mountain Concierge: 866-512-7716
Email: concierge@moonlightbasin.com
moonlightbasin.com/ski/tickets-passes/lift-tickets.html
www.bigskyresort.com/Activities/Winter/Lift-Tickets.asp

CURRENT SNOW CONDITIONS:
Moonlight Snow Phone: 406-993-MOON
www.moonlightbasin.com/ski/snow-conditions.html

Big Sky Snow Phone: 406-995-5900
www.bigskyresort.com/Activities/Winter/Conditions.asp

TERRAIN PARKS
Moonlight Mountain Concierge: 866-512-7716, 406-995-7716
www.bigskyresort.com/Activities/Winter/Terrain-Parks.asp

Glide over 65 groomed kilometers of nationally ranked cross-country ski trails at Lone Mountain Ranch. Lessons, rentals and guided tours are available. Or check out the Rendezvous Trails in West Yellowstone.

Lone Mountain Ranch: 800-514-4644
World renowned Nordic center (shown below).
www.lmranch.com/winter/nordic

Freeheel and Wheel: 406-646-7744
Nordic ski area in West Yellowstone
www.freeheelandwheel.com

Yellowstone Alpen Guides: 800-858-3502
Snowcoach/ cross-country ski tours of Yellowstone National Park
www.yellowstoneguides.com/

Venture next door to Beehive Basin, Porcupine Creek or other parts of neighboring Gallatin National Forest, or tour Yellowstone National Park. Stop in the local shops for area maps, advice on trails, rental equipment and updated avalanche forecasts.

Grizzly Outfitters (in Big Sky): 406-995-2939
www.grizzlyoutfitters.com

Gallatin Alpine Sports (in Big Sky): 406-995-2313
www.gallatinalpinesports.com

Yellowstone Alpen Guides (in West Yellowstone): 800-858-3502
Snowcoach/ cross-country ski tours of Yellowstone National Park
www.yellowstoneguides.com/

Great Montana Website for Ice Climbing info:
wintermt.com/other/iceclimb.htm

Hyalite Ice Climbing Guide:
montanaice.com

Montana Alpen Guides:
406-586-8430, Mobile: 406-539-5091
www.adventuremontana.com

Snowshoeing is a great way to experience winter in the Rocky Mountains, offering a fun alternative to skiing. Lone Mountain Ranch and Moonlight Basin both offer snowshoeing.

Moonlight Mountain Concierge: 866-512-7716, 406-995-7716
moonlightbasin.com/explore/winteractivities/

Lone Mountain Ranch: 406-995-4644
www.lmranch.com/winter/snowshoeing

Yellowstone National Park Snowcoach Tour
Take in the unique winter beauty of Yellowstone National Park from a ten passenger heated snowcoach. Snowcoach tours are a fun and relaxing way for the entire family to enjoy sightseeing: view geysers, thermal basins and wildlife.

Yellowstone Alpen Guides: 800-858-3502 (West Yellowstone)
Snowcoach tours of Yellowstone National Park
www.yellowstoneguides.com/aboutus.html

Yellowstone National Park:
Visitor Information, 307-344-7381
www.nps.gov/yell
www.yellowstonenationalpark.com

Imagine yourself gliding through a winter wonderland of majestic mountains with a team of beautiful huskies pulling you down the trail. The only sounds you hear are the panting of the dogs and the swish of the sled runners….

Spirit of the North Dog Sled Adventures: 406-995-3424
www.huskypower.com

Note of Experience: We did this when our boys were 10 and 12. It was super fun and super exciting (especially when Dad tipped the sled over!) Actually low on the danger scale, we saw children as young as two on this trip. The dogs are fascinating!

Glide beneath a deep-black, star-dotted Montana sky, with only the sound of crunching snow and the jingling harnesses of the Percheron draft horses, which are skillfully guiding you along the half-frozen Gallatin River. Wool-wrapped wranglers talk about the 320’s remarkable history, and maybe tell a few tall tales along the way. You and your family, along with the new friends you’ve made, arrive at the mountain man campsite, where you’re handed a steaming mug of cowboy chili, and some hot cider spiced with rum.

320 Guest Ranch: 800-243-0320
www.320ranch.com/sleighrides.php

Start with Big Sky's Gallatin River! The options for blue-ribbon trout streams are endless including the legendary Madison, Big Hole, Yellowstone and Missouri rivers. World Class fly fishing you won’t forget!

Montana Fly Fishing Website:
www.bigskyfishing.com

East Slope Outdoors: 406-995-4369 or 888-359-3974
www.eastslopeoutdoors.com/summer/guide.php

Gallatin River Guides: 406-995-2290 or 888-707-1505
www.montanaflyfishing.com

Lone Mountain Ranch: 406-995-4644 or 800-514-4644
www.lmranch.com/summer/flyfishing

Wild Trout Outfitters: 406-995-4895 or 800-423-4742
www.wildtroutoutfitters.com/index.php

Note of Experience: We come out each summer to flyfish the Gallatin and the Madison. We walk/wade, we float (boats), we hire guides, we go alone. No matter if you're the one fishing or not, the scenery is outstanding, bring your camera, bear spray (never had to use it), and pack your lunch to spend the day on the river.

You can float through rollicking whitewater or gentle riffles, equipped with the safest gear and a knowledgeable guide. Rafting adventurers of all ages will never forget their whitewater raft trip down the Gallatin River. This is Montana's best river trip. If floating quietly through the open meadows is more your speed, or if you have a young family, your going to love our scenic floats.

Geyser Whitewater: 800-914-9031
www.raftmontana.com

Montana Whitewater: 800-799-4465
www.montanawhitewater.com

Moonlight Basin Whitewater Rafting Info:
www.moonlightbasin.com/explore/summer-
activities/whitewater-rafting.html

Crystal Images: 406-995-2426
Professional adventure photos
www.bigskyphotos.com


As one of the premier kayaking rivers in the West, the Gallatin offers everything from placid surfaces to continuous whitewater, as well as incredible scenery. The Gallatin River is a paddler’s paradise.

Geyser Whitewater: 800-914-9031
www.raftmontana.com/kayak.html

The scenic 18 hole par 72 Arnold Palmer course is 6,500 feet above sea level-- offering longer drives and spectacular views! The course also offers both a driving range and putting green. Visit the Bunker Bar and Grill or the fully-equipped pro shop.

Tee Times: 406-995-5780
www.bigskyresort.com/Activities/Summer/Golf/index.asp

Golf Rates
www.bigskyresort.com/Activities/Summer/Golf/Golf-Rates.asp

Course Brochure
www.bigskyresort.com/Activities/Summer/Golf/Course.asp

An alternative to traditional golf, Disc Golf is available at the Mountain Village. In this game, all the rules of Golf apply, including etiquette. A frisbee replaces clubs and balls and a chain basket is the target! You can find hole one for tee off behind the Huntley Lodge at the Explorer trailhead. This 9-hole adventure course is great outdoors fun and excellent exercise. Sturdy hiking shoes are recommended. The game is free to play and you can buy or rent discs, like drivers and putters at Big Sky Sports.

Big Sky Resort: 800-548-4486

Big Sky Sports (Mountain Mall): 406-995-5840

www.bigskyresort.com/Activities/Summer/Disc-Golf.asp

Tennis courts are available in Big Sky Village, adjacent to Huntley Lodge. Racquets and balls are available at the Concierge Desk.
Huntley Lodge: 406-995-5806

Low humidity, cool mountain air and endless vistas combine to provide the some of the best hiking to be found in North America. Surrounded by the Gallatin National Forest, there are many hiking trails to explore in and around Big Sky. For the experience of a lifetime, try hiking to the summit of Lone Peak. Maps are available at most Sports Shops.

At Moonlight Basin Resort, you can elect the easier route by taking our scenic lift ride up the mountain and then enjoy a leisurely hike down to the base on our new self-guided nature trail. Wildflowers, roaring streams, distant snowclad peaks, and clean, crisp mountain air.

Big Sky Sports (Mountain Mall): 406-995-5840, maps and advice

Mountain Ayres Adventures: 406-993-2255
Local guide service/rentals
www.mountainayresadventures.com

Best Hiking in Montana:
www.trails.com/toptrails.asp?area=10016

Lava Lake Hike Info:
www.cowboyhvn.com/lava_lake.htm

My favorite book for Hiking in Big Sky:
Dayhikes around Bozeman, Montana by Robert Stone
www.amazon.com/Day-Hikes-Around-Bozeman-Montana

Montana Alpine Guides: 406-586-8430, 406-539-5091
www.adventuremontana.com

Moonlight Basin Ranch Self-Guided Hikes
For those who need more flexibility, Marc developed a well-designated trail system for the loop around Lower Ulerys Lake. The trail is marked to identify porcupine gnawings, beaver markings, animal tracks, and naturalist information on this unique lake ecosystem. This interpretive trail will be updated regularly to reflect changes to the habitat, such as new animal tracks or newly emerged tadpoles.

Moonlight Mountain Concierge: 866-512-7716, 406-995-7716
Email: concierge@moonlightbasin.com

Take a mountain bike up the Gondola and ride down Lone Mountain or explore Forest Service Roads. Mountain bike rentals are available at most of Big Sky's sports shops.

Summer Trail Information:
www.bigskyresort.com/Activities/Summer/
www.grizzlyoutfitters.com/pages/backcountry

BIKE RENTAL:

Grizzly Outfitters: 888-807-9452
www.grizzlyoutfitters.com/pages/big_sky_bike_rental.html

Big Sky Sports (Mountain Mall): 406-995-5840

Mountain Ayres Adventures: 406-993-2255
For local guide service/rentals.
www.mountainayresadventures.com/MA%20Biking/

Tickets: Big Sky Sports in the Mountain Mall: 406-995-5840
After the snow is gone, Big Sky's scenic gondola ride up Lone Peak provides our summer visitor with a bird's eye panoramic view of the surrounding mountain tops. The scenic lift rises 1,525 vertical feet from Big Sky Village to an elevation of 9,047 feet

Bring your mountain bike along for some high-altitude riding or ride the scenic lift round-trip for leisure. Challenge your lungs with a nice workout of hiking down to the village on self-guided nature trails. If you are really feeling energetic, tackle the summit of Lone Peak. The Big Sky Gondola operates daily 10:00 - 4:00pm, June through September, weather permitting. Prices range from $11 for a single ride for youth to $28 for all day adult pass.
www.bigskyresort.com/Activities/Summer/

Reach Your Peak: 406-578-2155
There's no place like Big Sky to start learning about rock climbing techniques or becoming an even more proficient climber. Reach Your Peak is a local company that has climbing trips and instruction for all abilities. Safety is a priority and the teacher to student ratio is 1 to 4. Each trip can be tailored to the clients needs.
www.climbmontana.com

Montana Alpine Guides: 406-586-8430, 406-539-5091
Try rock climbing in the beautiful scenic Gallatin Canyon with Montana Alpine Guides (MAG). Montana Alpine Guides is Montana's premiere rock climbing guide service and mountain craft school. MAG will insure that no matter what the adventure everyone has a safe and exciting day. MAG has been serving clients from Big Sky Resort with professionally guided local rock and ice climbing trips over ten years.
www.adventuremontana.com

While in Montana, make sure to hit the trail with a reliable steed and a seasoned wrangler. Guides and tours are available from one hour to all day can be enjoyed in the midst of Big Sky's wilderness areas. Trailside lunches available. Beginners or experienced riders are welcome.

Jake's Horses: 406-995-4630 or 800-352-5956
www.jakeshorses.com

Canyon Adventures: 406-995-4450
www.montanacanyonadventures.com/default.aspx

Cache Creek Outfitters: 406-995-3888
www.cachecreekoutfitters.com

Rockin’ HK Outfitters: 406-333-4505
Horse pack trips into Yellowstone
www.rockinhk.com/

GrandTeton National Park:
www.nps.gov/grte

Bozeman's Museum of the Rockies: 406-994-DINO
The Museum stewards nearly 300,000 objects and 500,000,000 years of history. One of the finest paleontology collections in North America is found under the Museum’s roof, along with strong core collections in western history, textiles, Native American artifacts, and photography. Indoor exhibitions are complemented by a fully operational, on-site 19th century farm that helps preserve the state’s agricultural traditions.
The Museum is also an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and a federal repository for fossils.
www.museumoftherockies.org

Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center: (West Yellowstone):
800-257-2570 or 406-646-7001
You’ll see wildlife as you’ve never seen it, with an up close view of live grizzly bears and a pack of gray wolves. The Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center’s primary mission is to provide visitors to the Yellowstone area an opportunity to learn about, view and ultimately appreciate the grizzly bear and gray wolf.
www.grizzlydiscoveryctr.org/

IMAX THEATRE: (West Yellowstone):
406-646-4100, 888-854-5862
Through the stunning IMAX film "Yellowstone" as well as displays located in the lobby, visitors can see the true Yellowstone as it is today and as it was a hundred and 100,000 years ago.
www.yellowstoneimax.com/

American Computer Museum (Bozeman): 406-582-1288
See the information highway when it was a dirt road!
www.compustory.com/

Pioneer Museum (Bozeman): 406-522-8122
www.pioneermuseum.org/exhibit.html

Located just 18 miles from Sky Haus, Yellowstone National Park (YNP) is an easy drive to enter an entirely different world. The Nation’s oldest national park, it’s a place of jaw-dropping wonder, intrigue and quiet inspiration. Observe the world's most impressive geysers, including Old Faithful, hot springs and see the abundant wildlife!

Moonlight Basin's Yellowstone Info:
moonlightbasin.com/explore/summer-activities/yellowstone.html

Yellowstone National Park:
www.nps.gov/yell
www.yellowstonenationalpark.com

Yellowstone Safari Co.: Ken Sinay 406-586-1155
www.Yellowstonesafari.com

Trailside Productions: Kevin Sanders 406-995-6261
www.Yellowstone-bearman.com

Yellowstone Tour and Travel: 800-221-1151
www.Yellowstone-tours.net

Yellowstone Tour Guides: 406-995-2399
www.Yellowstonetourguides.com

Yellowstone Alpen Guides: 800-858-3502
www.yellowstoneguides.com/aboutus.html

Rockin’ HK Outfitters: 406-333-4505
Horse pack trips into Yellowstone
www.rockinhk.com

Community Food Co-op (Bozeman): 406-587-4039
Large grocery store, organic produce, deli, wines. I shop here and bring the food up to Sky Haus. www.bozo.coop

Hungry Moose Grocery Store (Big Sky): 800-277-9640. Full service grocery, great deli selections, fresh produce and specialty foods. Carries many natural and organic products, delivers. www.hungrymoose.com

Country Market (Big Sky): 406-995-4636, Open daily from 8:00am - 8:00pm. Fresh produce, fresh meats and a complete selection of beer and wines. Deli features meats/cheeses, homemade soups/salads. Bakery products are baked fresh. Will deliver. www.bigskygrocery.com

Blue Moon Bakery (Big Sky):
406-995-2305, Open 7:00am - 10:00pm
The local favorite for fresh baked breads, fat sandwiches, outrageous salads, scrumptious treats, espresso and hand tossed pizza, pastries, soups, and specialty desserts. Free Delivery.

The Cave (Big Sky):
406-995-4343
Open Mon. – Sat., 11am to 6pm (summer), to 8pm (winter)
Big Sky's only liquor store, plus fine wines, beer, gourmet food, quality gifts, fleece apparel, casual clothing, area artists' creations and custom made log furniture.

By Word of Mouth (Big Sky):
406-995-2992
Dining in a casual atmosphere, from unusual to traditional, full bar, Wine Spectator "Award of Excellence" wine list, Friday night all-you-can-eat fish fry. Serving dinner from 5:00pm - 10:00pm. Reservations recommended. "Our catering capabilities range from the small intimate cocktail party to an outdoor montana barbecue - with our custom made grill, perfect for any gathering. We will work with you to tailor the event to your specific needs."
www.bigskycatering.com

Timbers Bar and Gourmet Deli (in the Moonlight Lodge):
406-995-7777
A wide selection of microbrews, wines, and specialty drinks. If food is your focus, discover the hearty lunch fare and delicious treats at The Timbers Deli. Be sure to try Monte's Reuben or the Mighty Quinn! Discover the hearty lunch fare and delicious treats. Serving breakfast and lunch daily starting at 8:00 am.
www.moonlightbasin.com/dining/index.html

Timbers Restaurant (Moonlight Lodge): 406-995-7777
Fine dining. The award winning Timbers Restaurant features the sophistication of Chef Scott Mechura’s eclectic American cuisine. Scott combines both French and Asian flair with local favorites such as Montana natural beef, elk, and buffalo.
www.moonlightbasin.com/dining/the-timbers.html

Madison Lodge/Headwaters Grille: (winter only)
Our favorite for hot wings! Located in Moonlight Basin Ranch. Mountain Concierge: 866-512-7715, 406-995-7716.
Enjoy hearty fares for breakfast and lunch with weekly apres ski entertainment, offering mouth-watering cuisine served in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Live music every Friday Saturday and Sunday (winter) from 3:30-5:30pm.
www.moonlightbasin.com/dining/index.html

The Wrap Shack (Big Sky): 406-995–3099
We pride ourselves on making our sauces and salsas from scratch and using only the freshest ingredients in everything we make. Our aim is to provide a menu that is completely original, different and exciting. Local favorite. www.werollemfat.com

Big Sky offers several great specialty dinners from sleigh ride dinners to taking a snowcat ride to a yurt in Moonlight Basin for a gourmet dinner. Special dining options are available at Lone Mountain Ranch (shown at left) and the 320 Ranch.

Lone Mountain Ranch Sleigh Ride Dinner: 800-514-4644
www.lmranch.com/theranch/sleighridedinner

Montana Backcountry Adventures: 406-995-3880
Take a snowcat ride 2 miles up the mountain in Moonlight Basin to a cozy yurt for a 3-course dinner. Sit by the bonfire or go sledding (sleds provided) down the lit trail. skimba.com

Moonlight Spa: (in Moonlight Lodge)
888-338-0631 or 406-995-7700
The Spa's facilities include a state-of-the-art workout room, six luxurious treatment rooms, herbal steam rooms, private locker rooms, an indoor-access pool and a waterfall hot tub. The Spa blends unparalleled luxury with seclusion.
www.moonlightbasin.com/spa

Solace Spa (Huntley/Shoshone lobby, Mountain Village)
406-995-5803, 800-548-4486
The Solace Spa offers personalized treatments to soothe your tired muscles and rejuvenate your soul. Choose from Montana Hot Stones, a massage to help you adjust to the altitude, or Aromatherapy.
www.bigskyresort.com

Bently Bodies 406-570-9154
Big Sky's premiere studio for classical Pilates, yoga and therapeutic massage. Professional massages in the comfort of your home or vacation rental is available.
www.BentleyBodies.com

Big Sky Therapeutic & Sports Massage 406-995-7575
Meadow & Mountain locations as well as outcalls. Integrated Therapeutic Massage & Spa Treatments. All therapists are Nationally Certified or certified, with extensive training in Treatment Specific & Sports Massage. www.ozssage.com

Lone Peak Therapy & Sports Medicine 406-995-7525
The premier rehabilitation facility in Big Sky. Specializing in the prevention and treatment of orthopedic and sports injuries.
www.lonepeakpt.com

Wolff Creek Massage 406-995-3035
Enjoy the benefits of massage therapy in the comfort and privacy of your own home or condo. Exclusively an outcall business, Wolffe Creek Massage brings the table to you. Specializing in sports massage, Swedish, and deep tissue. Also certified in Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage. Nationally certified in therapeutic body work.
www.wolffcreekmassage.com