Lone Mountain Cross Country
Cross Country Skiing at Lone Mountain Ranch
According to Snow Country Magazine, cross country
skiing at Big Sky is the "best in the West." Steeped in western tradition, Lone Mountain Ranch has a wide reputation for tasty ranch gourmet cuisine professionally groomed ski trails, comfortable cozy lodging, and exciting ski adventures all perfectly packaged in a warm Western atmosphere that's hard to beat.
The Ranch is located halfway between Bozeman and the west entrance to Yellowstone National
Park. The 40 mile drive south from Bozeman along the Gallatin River offers spectacular views of the rugged Gallatin Range.
LMR Statistics:
75 km groomed trails for diagonal & skating techniques. 30% easy
60% moderate
10% more difficult
Beginners enjoy gentle meadows, while other trails challenge more advanced skiers with hills, ridges, sliding turns and exhilarating downhills. Trails have tracks set on one side for traditional skiers and a groomed flat surface on the other side for skaters. Snowshoe trails are available as a fun alternative.
An ultimate Ranch adventure is a guided all-day ski tour into Yellowstone National Park. Skiing past wintering herds of elk and bison, and spectacular thermal features is a memorable way to experience Yellowstone's special winter magic. Other tours explore the back country beauty and challenging telemark terrain of the nearby Spanish Peaks and the Gallatin National Forest.
Lone Mountain Ranch has a complete cross country ski shop, supplying rental and retail equipment, outerwear, ski accessories and many Montana- made gifts. Trail maps and expert advice on waxing and trail conditions are always available from the hospitable staff.
Lessons help beginners start out with a positive first experience and leave them excited to get out on the snow for more. Advanced skiers can improve their techniques and progress to higher levels.
One Ranch specialty is the delicious cuisine served in the spectacular Dining Lodge, with breakfast, lunch and dinner available to the public.
For a step back into the 1800s, a horse-drawn sleigh ride dinner is an experience not to be missed Guests arrive at the rustic North Fork Cabin, where a succulent prime rib dinner (prepared on a l00-year-old cook stove) awaits Old time western tunes round out a perfect evening.
For More Information:
P.O. Box 160069
Big Sky, MT 59716
Local 406-995-4644
FAX 406-995-4670
Toll free 800-514-4644
- content from Bozeman Chamber of Commerce
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