Located near the northern border of Yellowstone National Park, Big Sky is most famous for its gorgeous vistas and outdoor activities. Most Big Sky tours will focus on getting you out into the natural wilderness that surrounds this small, 2,000-resident town, from towering mountain peaks to idyllic valleys and meadows. The area is more than just hiking trails and open spaces, however, Big Sky also features plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities like skiing, snowboarding, cycling, and much more.
Most of the tourists who visit Big Sky are drawn to one of two nearby attractions: Yellowstone National Park, which is only about 20 minutes away from the town, or Big Sky Resort, one of the largest ski resorts in the country. If you visit during the winter, Big Sky becomes a skier’s paradise, with abundant fresh snowfall and beautiful mountain views. Don’t worry if you’re a newbie either, since the resort features a wide variety of terrain suitable for all experience levels.
As the name suggests, Big Sky is also one of the best places in the US to go stargazing. There are no nearby cities and the town itself is pretty small, so there’s not much by way of light pollution to hide the stars at night. As an added bonus, if you visit during the right time and drive north towards Bozeman, you might even get the chance to see the aurora borealis hanging in the night sky.
Tourists are also drawn to the charming, small-town atmosphere in Big Sky. While the area does have world-class amenities for visitors, it’s managed to preserve its tight-knit local community and laid-back mountain lifestyle, making it the perfect place to get away for a while.
To make the most of your trip, check out our Big Sky Self-Guided Driving Tour, or you can sign up for Action+ and gain access to over 100 tours for a single yearly price.
