Burrowed in Montana’s Madison Mountain range, near Yellowstone National Park’s northwestern border, Big Sky is year-round destination full of exciting outdoor activities for folks of all ages. From skiing, snowboarding, fat biking, tubing, and snowmobiling in the snow-filled months to hiking, mountain biking, golfing, or white water rafting in the warmer seasons to marveling at the towering […]

Residences at Montage Big Sky After its much-celebrated opening in 2021, Montage Big Sky has doubled down on its coveted mountain hospitality with new residences. In addition to its 139 guest rooms, Montage now offers residences from two to six bedrooms available for short-term rentals. Many of these are two-story and come complete with expansive living spaces, outdoor patios, […]

On July 1, Spanish Peaks Mountain Club opened its new Tom’s 10 golf course, designer and 2024 World Golf Hall of Fame inductee Tom Weiskopf’s final contribution to the sport before he passed away in August 2022. The 10-hole par-3 course pays homage to Weiskopf’s favorite holes from around the world. A member of Spanish […]

The par-3 Tom’s 10 channels some of the late hall of famer’s favorite holes from around the world. Spanish Peaks Mountain Club will open its new Tom’s 10 — the final golf course designed by World Golf Hall of Famer Tom Weiskopf — on July 1. The 10-hole par-3 pays homage to Weiskopf’s favorite holes […]

Nestled in the heart of the majestic Rocky Mountains, Big Sky, Montana, has been calling to winter enthusiasts seeking the ultimate skiing adventure for generations. Renowned for its expansive landscapes and the iconic Lone Peak, Big Sky visitors have plenty to see and do. Big Sky Resort is the largest ski resort in the United […]

The Only Five-Star Hotel Brand Montage Big Sky, an alpine ski retreat in Southwestern Montana that opened in 2021, picked up its inaugural top rating. The win marked a Five-Star sweep for Montage Hotels & Resorts across its seven properties, giving it the title of the world’s only all-Five-Star hotel brand. The Montage collection spans […]

How CrossHarbor Capital’s Sam Byrne revitalized Yellowstone Club and realized a vision for the Big Sky we know and love today. If you’ve spent much time in Big Sky, you might have run across the name Lone Mountain Land Company. It’s the outfit behind the development of Town Center, Moonlight Basin, and Spanish Peaks Mountain […]

After 27 years, the iconic Lone Peak Tram has been decommissioned, making way for its heir, which is also one of the boldest lifts in North America. The most anticipated development in the North American ski world this winter is the grand opening of the new Lone Peak Tram, which will deliver more skiers (conditions […]

Amidst a sea of grief, Big Sky’s Kimbie and Kevin Noble have turned to art and photography as a path forward. Tanner Noble was 18, about to start his freshman year at the University of Colorado at Boulder, where he planned to study aerospace engineering. He was a bright, outdoorsy kid who ran high school […]

A brief history of Big Sky from the canyon to the peak. …the ski area came first and the development followed. At destinations like Telluride and Breckenridge, ski mountains sprung up around nineteenth century mining towns with colorful histories and main streets lined with Victorian storefronts. Big Sky evolved differently. The vision for the resort […]

When the original Mountain to Meadow trail opened in 2015, it was deemed pretty darn great. It turned out that connecting the ski area to Town Center via mildly bermed singletrack was a good idea. In short order, what was conceived as a multi-use trail was quickly adopted by mountain bikers—and pretty much only mountain […]

Need proof that the Big Sky Curling League is the hot winter event on a Friday night? Well, the sport’s popularity has soared so high that the longtime favorite, Trivia Night, had to abandon Friday due to dwindling attendance and switch to another night of the week. As for Broomball, the powerhouse non-gravity sport of […]

How Big Sky Became an Arts Destination. “We could be life every other resort town, but we don’t have to be.” -Katie Alvin, Development Director of the Arts Council of Big Sky In a mountain town like Big Sky, our attention is typically drawn to athleticism—skiing, biking, running, boating—or the natural world—summits bathed in alpenglow, […]

YELLOWSTONE CLUB TURNS RECLAIMED WATER INTO SNOW ACCORDING TO THE GALLATIN RIVER TASK FORCE, the most cost-effective and sustainable way to address drought and protect the Gallatin River is through water conservation. In Big Sky, every gallon of water saved or reused directly contributes to the health of the river and the watershed. That’s where […]

A Careful Appreciation of the Porcupine They’re big-appetite herbivores with powerful incisors similar to a beaver’s who favor a diet of tree bark, the sub-bark layer cambium, roots, and tubers. In the pantheon of small Rocky Mountain mammals, the porcupine falls somewhere between the wee, squeaky pika foraging to the side of an alpine trail, […]

Set amid the Montana wilderness, this private golf and ski community is adding to an already impressive slate of four-season amenities At Spanish Peaks Mountain Club in Big Sky, Mont., they say the adventures are as endless as the landscape. That’s not hyperbole. With the namesake range towering in the background, Yellowstone National Park less […]

Some guys like to hike, bike, climb, and surf their way through vacation. Some are ready for Ashiatsu barefoot massage, Ayurvedic meditation workshops, and all-organic juice bars at the break of dawn. Others want to skip all the pretense and just chilllll. Whoever you are and whatever brand of getaway you’re into, there’s a hotel, resort, […]

Nestled in the serene mountains of Montana, Montage Big Sky is the region’s pre-eminent luxury resort centrally located within Big Sky’s 3,530-acre Spanish Peaks enclave. The resort is home to 100 well-appointed guest rooms and suites with a premium selection of experiences for every season. While known as its world-class ski resort, this destination is […]

‘Mobile wildlife education center’ to inform visitors, residents and workers about local wildlife, backcountry safety Charles Johnson paces excitedly around a trailer, quizzing EBS on paw prints, scat, pelts, and the difference between antlers and horns. More than just a trailer, it’s a “mobile wildlife education center,” Johnson says. He’s leading an effort called Wild Big […]

Aspen. Jackson Hole. Telluride. Park City. Start a conversation with avid skiers and snowboarders about which American resorts they love to go, and those five would be in the mix. But ski folks should also be talking about Big Sky Resort in Montana and trust me, once they go, they will be instant fans. There […]

Hotel prices for Memorial Day Weekend pack a punch, but for America’s one per cent the inflated costs are no problem. Consultants from Two Nights In – a luxury travel agency providing a VIP-style booking service – have revealed to DailyMail.com the most sought-after destinations in the US for those with cash to splash this upcoming vacation period. Coming […]

Yellowstone National Park, the United States’ original national park, is a bucket list trip for visitors from around the world due to its otherworldly geothermal features and western lore. Over 4 million people on average visit the park each year, and there are many ways to experience it, from wildlife spotting on the road to […]

Perched on 3,530 acres of Montana’s Spanish Peaks mountain range, Montage Big Sky has managed to swiftly redefine luxury skiing in the area since opening in December 2021. Checking into Montage Big Sky this past December, I was immediately blown away by the resort’s design. Natural wood and stone blend seamlessly with modern touches to create a charming and sophisticated […]

“No, that’s not true,” said the Lone Mountain Land Company representative. “The Yellowstone Club does not have a satellite monitoring its ski area for intruders.” I can’t say I’m not disappointed that despite it being a scurrilous rumour, the most exclusive and expensive ski resort in the world doesn’t have a satellite, let alone a laser beam […]

Tom Weiskopf and Padraig Harrington lead a group who will be inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame Class of 2024. The ceremony will be held in Pinehurst, N.C., next summer in conjunction with the U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2. Weiskopf and Harrington join Sandra Palmer, Beverly Hanson, Johnny Farrell and the seven […]

824 Settlement Trail #2A, The Inn Residences at Montage Big Sky, Montana DESTINATION: Located just over an hour south of Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport and an hour north of the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park, Big Sky offers a spectacular setting of natural beauty and bountiful wildlife. RESIDENCE: Designed by Poss Architecture, the four-bedroom, 2,392-square-foot residence comes […]

For the past few years, Montana’s Big Sky Resort has been the buzz of the ski travel industry. New hotels, amenities, dining and retail have been added, flights to the Bozeman gateway have increased and the resort is two years away from wrapping up a massive, decade-long infrastructure improvement plan called Vision 2025. That includes tens of […]

The pandemic was an accelerator, but at the feet of Lone Peak, it didn’t just drive real estate values and remote work—it supercharged a community safety net. So much of our workforce is struggling to make ends meet,” says Sarah Gaither Bivins, who as director of the Big Sky Community Food Bank has seen her […]

Catching up with Bode and Morgan Miller—and their full house. Every time Bode and Morgan Miller return to Big Sky after visiting family in California they take a pulse check to see how the kids are handling the move, and every time Montana wins hands down. “The kids are loving Big Sky,” says Morgan. Little […]

Lone Mountain Land Company’s Matt Kidd sat down to discuss the difference between development and nurtured growth, capacity and sustainability, and maintaining a sense of place while supporting the economy. When it comes to the Big Sky community, there’s good news, tough news, and inarguable news. The inarguable news first: The word is out. Big […]

A Few Highlights in Big Sky TAKE ON BIG SKY BY THE LIGHT OF THE MOON THIS WINTER, AFTER THE LIFTS CLOSE, the groomers will head straight to Andesite to buff out the snow for night skiers. Except it’s not the type of night skiing you might remember from childhood with splotchy stadium lights on […]

Located in southwest Montana, about an hour’s drive from Bozeman, Big Sky is a choice year-around getaway for outdoor adventurers thanks to its captivating landscape, consisting of mountain peaks and winding rivers. Big Sky sees an average of more than 400 inches of snow a year. Big Sky Resort is the third largest ski resort […]

Welcome to Golfweek’s Best 2023 list of top residential golf courses in the United States. The hundreds of members of our course-ratings panel continually evaluate courses and rate them based on our 10 criteria. They also file a single, overall rating on each course. Those overall ratings on each course are averaged to produce a final, […]

Not everyone wants to spend a winter vacation skiing or snowboarding. But what makes the U.S.’s best mountain destinations so spectacular is that there’s so much else to do, meaning you never have to fasten planks to your feet if you don’t want to. Whether you’re interested in designer shopping, a see-and-be-seen après-ski scene, locavore dining, or exploring historic […]

For uncrowded slopes, laid-back mountaintop meals, and a little Wild West-inspired shopping, head to Montana. Montana’s Big Sky Resort has long lured devoted skiers and riders to its rolling groomers, extensive glades, and hard-core chutes, but it still exudes a refreshing, under-the-radar appeal. Plenty of wide-open spaces await: From Mountain Village to the top of […]

Montage Residences has unveiled The Inn Residences at Montage Big Sky. This debut is an opportunity to own a luxury Residence in deeded, one-quarter ownership interests. Located just steps from Montage Big Sky, approximately one hour from Yellowstone National Park, owners of The Inn Residences will receive privileged access to Montage Big Sky’s luxury amenities and […]

f you’re wondering where you should visit next, you need to ask a professional. I consulted with OvationNetwork to find out which destinations the company is recommending for travel in 2023. “After a year of unprecedented demand for travel, our travel advisors are recommending destinations that are new alternatives to old classics,” says Sunil Mahtani, executive vice […]

FIVE MEALS THAT WON’T DISAPPOINT From a simple Mexican street taco and cold cerveza, to a hearty bison steak, to an immersive Japanese dining experience and more, Big Sky’s culinary scene is blossoming this winter. Here are five can’t fail dishes, plus drinks! Above: photograph by Justine Jane. Below: photograph by Kelly Gorham. Blue Buddha […]

Jacob Smith is legally blind. That hasn’t stopped this teenager from skiing the toughest lines at Big Sky. In the summer of 2014, when Jacob Smith was eight years old, he started bumping into furniture and having trouble reading. His parents figured he needed glasses. Then his eyesight began to deteriorate rapidly.“In less than two […]

Does that chute cliff out? Will the kids like this run? Is that ice or wet snow on that face? Can the snowboarder in the crew glide this traverse? Is the Big Couloir beyond my ski level? To be a skier is to hone your mountain sense. It begins with knowing mountain weather—and the everchanging […]

Don’t poke the bear is, of course, sage advice, but when it comes to the grizzly bear, there are plenty of other important things to know, for their safety and yours. If you’re lucky, you will never meet a grizzly bear while skiing Big Sky. But then again, you just might. Every inch of Big […]

Many golf communities are adding pint-size courses, which appeal to children as well as to parents who lack the time to play 18 holes. In Big Sky, Mont., the Spanish Peaks Mountain Club community will be putting in a new short course this spring in addition to its existing 18-hole Tom Weiskopf-designed course. It will […]

You need not be a skier to appreciate the charms of a great slopeside spa, as this short list of top winter resorts from Europe to North America proves. Such hotels can be their own attraction for non-skiers “dragged” to the mountains by piste-loving companions. Massages are never a bad idea, but they can be […]

With the new year comes a spectacular number of new openings, including five new hotels to visit in 2022. They include big-city abodes, remote resort locales and boutique hotels right in between. Many opened late last year, but you may have missed them with the rush of the holiday season. Montana’s Big Sky Resort has […]

January, February, and March offer beautiful wintery scenes and a distinct lack of other people. Something special happens in Yellowstone in the winter. The national park’s already impressive landscape transforms into a serene wonderland—the kind most of us usually only see on the side of a biscuit tin or as a screensaver. The mundane becomes magical […]

America’s first national park celebrates a birthday this month. March marks 150 years since Yellowstone was named a national park. Located largely in the northwest corner of Wyoming, the park’s more than 2 million acres span active geysers like Old Faithful, roaming bison, the Yellowstone river, deep canyons, and more. Its geothermal areas “contain about half the […]

From boutique properties to luxury resorts, there’s no shortage of accommodations for travelers opening in 2022 across the United States. And after two years of limited travel, we’re thrilled to be checking out (or perhaps more appropriately, checking into) these new hotels in the coming months. Montage Big Sky Even though Montage Big Sky just opened, it’s already […]

The 22 locations that should land on your bucket list this year. The pandemic has certainly taught us a lot about ourselves and the world, but we’ve unlearned quite a few things as well—like how the “work hard, play hard” ethos might not be the healthiest of mantras. We’ve rediscovered balance and the truly important […]

With world-famous runs, top-notch facilities, and sustainability efforts that make a difference, these are the ski destinations to put on your list this year, next year, and every year. Winter’s great consolation prize is the ski vacation: Waking up under thick down comforters and opening the curtains to sublime views of powder-covered peaks; strolling down […]

How Big Sky is tackling growth. Still a relatively new place, Big Sky Resort was founded in the early 1970s by famed NBC broadcast newsman Chet Huntley and purchased by Boyne Resorts in 1976 after Huntley’s untimely death. It was a pretty quiet ski area until the Lone Peak Tram was installed in 1995. Beyond […]

Backcountry. Ski touring. Alpine touring. Earning your turns. Whatever you call it, more folks than ever are seeking fresh snow, new terrain, healthy exercise, and fewer crowds beyond the boundaries of ski resorts. And while climbing for turns isn’t for everyone, the barriers to entry have never been lower. Today’s lightweight backcountry gear maximizes comfort […]

An iconic tram, a rugged Rocky Mountain summit, and a famously hairball ski line. Nope, not Jackson Hole. We’re talking Big Sky Resort, where the north and east faces of Lone Mountain (the official name) pack some of the most extreme lift-accessed terrain in North America. Here, the resort’s pièce de résistance—Big Couloir—drops more than […]

As we continue to work our way through the 150+ great new hotels that opened last year, we’re getting distracted by the newcomers on the horizon for 2022. Can you blame us? Montage Big Sky had its soft opening in mid-December in time for the winter ski season at Big Sky near Yellowstone National Park. Adding a luxurious […]

Whether you’re a seasoned heli-skier in pursuit of the city’s tallest peaks or a spa-goer adhering to a treatment-heavy itinerary, there are plenty of ways to spend a cold-weather vacation. After all, ski towns are nothing if not charming streets flanked by Michelin–star eateries, designer boutiques, and renowned art galleries. Plus, there’s hardly a better […]

Southwest Montana has long attracted skiers and snowboarders; now, with the arrival of the ski-in/ski-out destination Montage Big Sky, which started welcoming guests near the Spanish Peaks and Big Sky Resort’s mountain village last month, it’s about to become even more of a hot spot for travellers of all types. The backstory: This is Big […]

Montage Hotels and Resorts has unveiled a luxury all-season alpine resort in Southwest Montana, complete with a signature Spa Montage. Developed in partnership with Lone Mountain Land Company, Montage realised the 139-key ski-in ski-out resort with an 11,000sq ft spa, six dining venues, 39 residences and 12,000sq ft of meeting space. The destination is situated […]

(CNN) — Though 2021 was not exactly the year of jet-setting travel that we’d hoped for, we have our fingers crossed for 2022. From cool urban hideaways in Oslo, Sydney and New York to far-flung island escapes in Mozambique, Indonesia and the Maldives, there’s an exciting array of hotels opening across the world. We’ve handpicked […]

For a certain subset of the population, the luxury western ranch trip has become a near-obligatory rite of passage in recent years. Montage is just the latest to seize on this opportunity—on December 15, it officially opened the doors to a sprawling new resort in Big Sky, Montana, becoming the first luxury ski hotel to ever be built in […]

While many flock south for a winter wedding with their toes in the sand, there are those who dream of creating a wedding wonderland that rivals a scene from a shimmering snow globe. If you’re warming up to the idea of a wintery milieu, we’ve called in wedding expert Jennifer Allen to share her tips for cold […]

Montage Big Sky opens for year-round adventure in the Rocky Mountains Montage Big Sky, a modern alpine retreat offering an elevated spirit of comfort and distinctive amenities that epitomize today’s sense of luxury, is now open in an idyllic location for year-round adventures in Southwest Montana. The resort is located less than an hour from […]

ONES TO WATCH Montage Big Sky – Montana Opening December 2021, the luxury resort is home to 139 large guestrooms, suites and residences with ski-in/ski-out access to Big Sky Resort, 3 world-class fly-fishing rivers, a 10,000-square-foot Spa Montage, and more. The expert ski concierge service and on-mountain hosts, will get you into your boots, clip […]

Calling all luxury adventurers. This winter, head west to the powdery pitches of Big Sky, the iconic beauty of nearby Yellowstone National Park, and an inviting new retreat at some seriously luxurious digs – Montage Big Sky. Mountain modern meets classic ski lodge – grand vaulted ceilings, warm wood and local stone, all nestled within […]

Montana Slated to open in December, Montage Big Sky aims to be a year-round, luxury mountain haven located within Big Sky’s 3,530-acre Spanish Peaks enclave. The property will feature a modern mountain design and offer 139 guestrooms, suites and residences. Amenities include a three-meal restaurant, lobby bar and lounge, recreation room with a bowling alley, […]

Whether you’re looking for a sleek city retreat or a cushy ski hub, you’ll find it on this list. Montage Big Sky The first truly luxury resort in the area will have a lot to love on its 5,850 acres, from ski-in, ski-out access to Big Sky Resort and three fly-fishing rivers to a Tom […]

Montage has revealed new details about one of the most anticipated hotel openings of 2021. The highly anticipated Montage Big Sky will open on December 15, 2021, in Big Sky, Montana, just in time for the winter ski season . And while spots like Aspen, Colorado, and Park City, Utah, brim with luxury stays, this […]

More hotels are getting into the real estate game, selling private vacation homes that come with all the bells and whistles. Montage Hotels & Resorts may well be laying the most ambitious bets on the ownership model. At Montage Residences Big Sky, slated to open in Montana in November, 39 homes will range in size […]

From palaces and private villas to remote cabins and luxury urban retreats, these are the best new hotels opening around the world in 2021. It’s been a turbulent time for the global travel industry but that hasn’t stopped innovative hotel companies and hoteliers around the world from continuing their work on exciting new hotels, resorts, […]

Montage Big Sky is Montana’s first-ever ultra-luxury, five-star resort, set to open in 2021. Like most Montage Hotels and Resorts, the property will have luxury ownership opportunities, which includes 39 two-bedroom to six-bedroom residences ranging from $5 million to $18.6 million. Future residents will have access to all of the hotel’s luxury amenities, as well […]

Have you ever traveled to a destination and instantly fallen in love? That’s what happened when I landed in Bozeman, Montana, and made the scenic, hour-long drive through the breathtaking Gallatin Canyon to the Spanish Peaks Mountain Club nestled in the Madison Mountain Range of southwest Montana. Designed for year-round luxury adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts, […]

The Covid-19 pandemic has forced millions of Americans to work remotely from home, in turn causing many to reevaluate their living arrangements. In particular, this means leaving cities in favor of more space. FlatRate Moving company in New York City told The New York Times that the number of moves of people moving out of the city […]

There’s a lot to look forward to in 2021…if even just the fact that it’s not 2020. But the chance for new adventures, new experiences, and new perspectives offers hope that the year will be a good one…and if the new hotels that are opening in 2021 are any indication of what the new year will look […]

Many sectors of the economy are suffering due to the impact of COVID-19. Nowhere is that more evident than in the travel and tourism industry. Over 70% of hotels in the U.S. in danger of closing without further financial relief from the U.S. government according to estimates from the American Hotels and Lodging Association. Despite the historic downturn, however, […]

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Opening in winter 2021, the Montage Big Sky will be the first ultra-luxury hotel development in the state of Montana, and it’s sure to elevate the state’s profile among high-end travelers in search of the “next big thing.” Situated in the Spanish Peaks area of Big Sky, the Montage will be less than an hour away […]

Bode Miller is a new kind of mountain man. He’s way beyond bombing down black diamonds in the blink of an eye, and onto enjoying slower, immeasurably beautiful pleasures. Living his best life as a family man at Spanish Peaks Mountain Club in Big Sky, Montana, he’s evolved beyond “champion” into the most meaningful version […]

They don’t call it the “wild west” for nothing. The states that make up the mountain west are synonymous with the words from America the Beautiful … ‘Oh beautiful for spacious skies, for amber waves of grain, for purple mountain majesties, above the fruited plain.” The plains, prairieland and farm fields of Nebraska bleed into […]

Most of us have been dreaming of wide-open spaces and hoping/praying for a time when we can safely travel again. While leisure travel in the near future is unlikely, there is no harm in fantasizing about one of these bucket list getaways. Even if travel cannot happen anytime soon, the exercise of visualizing and planning […]

Spanish Peaks Location: Encompassing 3,350 mountainous acres in Big Sky, Montana, and less than an hour south of Bozeman Airport. About: More than a destination, living in Big Sky is a lifestyle. No crowds, no traffic, and proudly underdeveloped. The Spanish Peaks community features all anyone needs to be entertained in the town: an 18- hole […]

When my ball is in a bunker with a big lip, I like to move the ball toward the front of my stance and open the face as much as possible. A big swing with a bunker shot generates a lot of club head speed to power through the sand and lift the ball up […]

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Montage International, the hotel and resort management company behind the brand, Montage Hotels & Resorts, will open a resort with a hotel and residences in Big Sky, Montana.

Montage International, the hotel and resort management company behind the brand, Montage Hotels & Resorts, will open a resort with a hotel and residences in Big Sky, Montana. Currently under construction, Montage Big Sky will be the first ultra-luxury five-star resort in the entire state. Located at Spanish Peaks Mountain Club, a private ski and golf course community set on more […]

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After the snow melts, hiking, biking, horseback riding, zip lining, concerts and outdoor summer fun await at ski resorts in the summer season. Many U.S. ski resorts are investing in warm-weather programs and activities to make them year-round destinations. “Although summer recreation at ski resorts isn’t necessarily a new trend, all ski resorts are seeing a boom in […]

Enjoy low humidity and soaring drives at these elevated destinations from Vermont to California. Big Sky, Montana: Best mountain golf courses: The Club at Spanish Peaks, Big Sky Resort Golf Course, Reserve at Moonlight Basin. Comment: Avid skiers/travelers say Big Sky – while booming – still has that small-town mountain feel like Aspen, Colo., or Jackson Hole 25 years […]

There are a ton of ski-in, ski-out homes out there on the market. However, finding ranches for sale that also happen to have pictures of snow on the property — that’s another story.

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Stephen Kircher has fond memories of the first time he visited Big Sky Resort, in 1976. A native of Michigan, he traveled to Montana on a reconnaissance mission with his family, the owners of Boyne Resorts.