Condé Nast TravelerDec 4, 2025
6 Best Montana Ski Resorts for Fun, Runs, and Après, Western Style
Opt for a Montana ski trip if you want fine powder, endless terrain, and less-crowded lifts.
Debuted December 2025, from base to Lone Peak Tram.
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- Montage Big SkyHotelLuxe option with cushy spa and gorgeous heated indoor pool.
- Summit Pursuits clinicPlaceLed by Ski Hall-of-Famer Dan Egan for advanced-intermediate skiers.
- Big CouloirTrailLegendary triple-black-diamond, 50-degree steep, 1,400-foot thrill.
- Everett’s 8800RestaurantOn-mountain restaurant with panoramic views, upscale log cabin aesthetics.
- The Peak’s ChophouseRestaurantIn the Summit Hotel, serves killer steaks.
- M by The Alinea GroupRestaurantFour-month residency for 2025-2026 ski season.
- The Umbrella barRestaurantOffers alfresco and cozy seating for craft beer and cocktails.
- Montana Dinner YurtRestaurantSnowcat ride up mountain for family-style dinner in a yurt.
- The Summit HotelHotelCrown jewel of slope-side lodging, contemporary ski culture design.
- One&OnlyHotelFirst US location, features six restaurants and a private gondola.
- Explorer GondolaSightDebuted December 2025, from base to Lone Peak Tram.
- Elsewhere
- Whitefish Mountain ResortSightWhitefish, United States3,000 acres with 113 named trails, legendary tree skiing.
- Buffalo CaféRestaurantWhitefish, United StatesGreat spot for breakfast, known for brioche French toast.
- Markus Community MarketMarketWhitefish, United StatesHearty grab-and-go breakfast options.
- Spotted Bear SpiritsRestaurantWhitefish, United StatesDowntown distillery mixing inventive cocktails for après.
- Montana Tap HouseRestaurantWhitefish, United StatesNearly 60 craft beers on tap.
- Tupelo GrilleRestaurantWhitefish, United StatesOffers riffs on Southern classics.
- Indah SushiRestaurantWhitefish, United StatesServes unique maki rolls.
- Latitude 48RestaurantWhitefish, United StatesFeatures locally-sourced ingredients and rustic charm.
- Loula’s CaféRestaurantWhitefish, United StatesKnown for huckleberry pie.
- Summit HouseRestaurantWhitefish, United States
- Kintla LodgeHotelWhitefish, United States
- Morning EagleHotelWhitefish, United States