An extended Big Sky tour is an amazing way to get in touch with nature and experience some jaw-dropping scenery. But how much time do you really need in Big Sky country? The answer will depend on how much you want to see, but we recommend at least five days if you can swing it. Here’s a sample five-day itinerary to give you a sense of how much Big Sky has to offer:
Day 1 – Big Sky & Bozeman
Although there’s plenty to see in the areas surrounding Big Sky, there are also a ton of activities right here in town. We recommend taking the first day of your trip to settle in, explore Big Sky, and maybe even head up to Bozeman to visit the Museum of the Rockies.
Days 2 and 3 – Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone is one of the most picturesque parks in the country and one that everyone should visit in their lifetime. It also happens to be less than an hour away from Big Sky, so you shouldn’t leave before checking out the park. We would set aside two days just for Yellowstone so you can explore it properly.
Day 4 – Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
A couple of hours west of Big Sky is Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest, the largest national forest in Montana. Nicknamed “the Jewel of the West,” Beaverhead features over 3 million acres of protected forest, some gorgeous lakes and rivers, and a handful of ghost towns.
Day 5 – Lone Mountain
Lone Mountain is an 11,000-foot peak watching over the town of Big Sky. In the winter, people come from all over the country to ski at Big Sky Resort, one of the largest ski resorts in the US, and in the summer the melting snow opens up hundreds of hiking trails.
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