Kelly & Ethan
Things To Do
Yellowstone National Park
'What did the dad say after dropping his son off at Yellowstone National Park? "Bison!"' ..... lolz. Under an hour from Big Sky, Yellowstone National Park is a must-do! Guided tours are available out of Big Sky [listed below] or you can experience America's First National Park at your own pace! Be sure to refer to the National Park Service website [for road conditions, entrance fees, wildlife safety, etc.] + consider downloading the (free) National Park Service app prior to your trip. Guided Tour Companies include, but are not limited to: - 'Big Sky Adventure Tours' [https://www.bigskyadventuretours.com/summer.html] - 'Discovery Yellowstone Tours' [https://www.discoveryyellowstonetours.com] - 'Yellowstone Scenic Tours' [https://www.yellowstonescenictours.biz]
Grizzly + Wolf Discovery Center
The GWDC is a Tripadvisor 2021 Travelers' Choice Winner AGAIN. Open everyday from 09:00am-05:00pm
Horseback Riding
'A horse walks into a bar. The barman asks: “Why the long face?”' ..... he he. A neat way to experience Big Sky's backcountry! Local outfitters listed below with a variety of packages available: - Jake's Horses** [http://jakeshorses.com] – a family favorite! - Lone Mountain Ranch [https://lonemountainranch.com/adventures/#summer] - 320 Ranch [https://320ranch.com/activities/horseback-riding/]
Hiking
'Mountains aren’t just funny, they’re hill areas.' ..... lolz. Experience the magic of Montana by foot – gorgeous hikes throughout the area. Consider booking a guide for a more intimate hiking experience. Be sure to download the (free) "AllTrails" app for more suggestions + user-reviewed routes. A couple popular trails listed below. - Beehive Basin* - Ousel Falls - Lava Lake - Summit Lake
Fly Fishing
'If a horse trots, does a sea horse.... trout?' ..... ha ha. World-famous for its trout-dense streams, rivers, and lakes, Big Sky is a fantastic fishing location, for beginners + seasoned experts alike. See below for guided tour recommendations + kindly note required fishing licenses (available for purchase as a 2-day, 7-day, or season license]. - Gallatin River Guides* [https://montanaflyfishing.com] – a family favorite! - Wild Trout Outfitters [https://wildtroutoutfitters.com] - Grizzly Outfitters [https://www.grizzlyoutfitters.com]
Whitewater Rafting
'I dreamt of rafting down an orange river... but it was just a fanta sea.' ..... ha ha. Whitewater rafting trips are available on the Yellowstone, Gallatin, and Madison rivers – all three of which flow out of Yellowstone National Park. See below for top-rated tours: - Geyser Whitewater Expeditions [https://www.raftmontana.com] - Montana Whitewater Tours [https://www.montanawhitewater.com/whitewater-rafting/]
Self-Care + Wellness
'I am not an early bird or night owl; I’m some sort of permanently exhausted pigeon.' ..... lolz. Whether you partied hard on 03 September or you simply want to indulge in a morning/afternoon/day of self-care, Big Sky has a variety of wellness options, including but not limited to: - Big Sky Ortho + Med Spa, offering IV Therapy [https://www.bigskyortho.com/iv-therapy] - Santosha Wellness Center [http://santoshabigsky.com] - Sanctuary Big Sky [http://sanctuarybigsky.com] - Solace Spa, part of the Huntley Lodge [https://bigskyresort.com/solace-spa] - Sanook Skincare + Massage Therapy [https://www.sanookbigsky.com]
Retail Therapy
'What are you called if you are shopping at an Apple store when it’s robbed? An iWitness.' ..... he he. Big Sky offers a unique shopping experience! See below for a variety of stores worth popping into for local, MT-proud goodies, rustic decor, outdoor gear, or fun souvenirs: - Ari O Jewelry [https://www.ariojewelry.com] - Grizzly Outfitters [https://www.grizzlyoutfitters.com] - Rhinestone Cowgirl - Mountain Village Shopping [https://bigskyresort.com/shopping]; official Big Sky Lone Peak* merchandise exclusively sold here. - Sky Boutique [www.shopskyboutique.net] - The Cave Spirits + Gifts [http://www.thecavespiritsandgifts.com] - The Trove West [http://www.trovestorewest.com]
Breweries + Provisions
' Beer…because you can’t drink bacon.' .... hehe. Visit the link for a variety of restaurant, brewery, and cafe options to eat + drink your way through Big Sky! Others that are not listed but are also very popular include: - Caliber Coffee (in Town Center) - Everett's 8800 (on the mountain, where Ethan + Kelly got engaged! You take the chairlift up!) - Lone Perk Coffee Hut - Mi Pueblito Taco Bus - The Coffee Pot Bakery Cafe (on Gallatin Road closer to Bozeman, to/from the airport - don't leave without a scone!)