For a person wanting to experience the great outdoors, there are few places left in the United States that remain as untouched as the areas around Big Sky, Montana. While the town itself has grown enough to provide its resort with an array of amenities suitable for the most discerning travelers, it remains surrounded by mountains and wide open spaces. The border to Yellowstone National Park is not far from Big Sky, and the park's west entrance can be reached from Big Sky, Montana by car in an hour or less.
For the outdoors person alone there are plenty of activities and attractions to be had in the area. Big Sky offers camping, horseback riding, fishing, hiking, biking, and golfing, all while in the midst of breathtaking vistas, in the shadow of awe-inspiring mountains. There are unique dog-sledding adventures to Yellowstone, and, for the romantic, one of a kind night time sleigh ride dining experiences. There are plenty of spas and hot tubs in the area, too, or a person can just sit and watch the wildlife and scenery.
If a vacationer is inclined toward outdoor sports, there is plenty of good downhill skiing to be had in Big Sky, as well as the less traditional Nordic skiing and even snowboarding for the more adventurous. The Big Sky area offers opportunities for ice skating, white water rafting, kayaking, tubing, jet skiing and canoeing, in addition to land based adventure sports activities like ATV and snowmobile rental. Look for Black Tie Ski Rentals of Big Sky, Cinnamon Lodge and Adventures, or perhaps try Grizzly Outfitters Ski & Backcountry Sports. Resorts like the Lone Mountain Ranch offer skiing, snowshoe trails, horseback riding, fly fishing, great shopping and tours all in one place. There are also popular places to stay like the Big EZ Lodge, or a vacationer can just contact Big Sky Central Reservations.
Big Sky, Montana changes with the seasons, and so do the local activities. In autumn, there are fairs, festivals and farmers' markets. In winter, besides all the skiing and other snow based activities, lucky travelers can enjoy the Big Sky Big Grass Bluegrass Festival. Spring brings great fishing and bright green grass, as well as a perfect opportunity for camping. In summer, Big Sky holds their annual Fourth of July Rodeo, which is not to be missed.
When it comes to dining, Big Sky, Montana has more than its share of interesting cuisines, from the very western offerings like Bison burgers to the more modern and international Asian Fusion food, as well as the staples one would expect to find in most towns, like Mexican food and regular beef burgers, like at the Black Bear Bar & Grill. No matter what a traveler is in the mood to eat, the food in Big Sky, Montana is as diverse as the wildlife, the scenery and the outdoor sports, and a person is sure to find just what they are looking for in the many restaurants and hotels around town.
