Big Sky, Montana, remains an attractive getaway long after the ski slopes melt. Just a few miles north of Yellowstone National Park, this mountain community boasts spectacular scenery and a wide range of outdoor recreational opportunities, including dozens of hiking and biking trails. In the summer, you can enjoy horseback riding and rafting down the Gallatin River, where wildlife sightings are common. Moose, elk, wolves, and even grizzly bears are among the species that call Big Sky home.
Alongside its majestic, outdoorsy appeal, Big Sky contains a still-growing central business district with plenty of boutique shops. One is Rhinestone Cowgirl, where you can perfect your cowboy or cowboycation-style. We also highly recommend the Blue Buddha sushi lounge and a pre or post-dinner cocktail from the attached speakeasy bar, Drunken Monk. Or, spend some time experiencing authentic Western hospitality and learning about the region’s rich history at local cultural centers, such as the Crail Ranch Homestead Museum.
If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, reconnect with nature, and embark on an unforgettable Great West adventure, Big Sky awaits you. If you time it right in late June / early July (6/29-7/2), you can participate in their newly minted Savor Big Sky food festival. The events will combine grub and the great outdoors, and attendees will have the opportunity to sample from top wineries, distilleries, and breweries, hiking excursions, scenic chairlift rides, and epic alpine views.