Peak Elevation
6,789 ft
2,069 m
Vertical Drop
1,553 ft
473 m
Skiable Area
1,000 ac
405 ha
Avg Snowfall
250 in
635 cm
Lifts
4
Blacktail Mountain Ski Area Weather Forecast
About
Blacktail Mountain Ski Area rises above the west shore of Flathead Lake near Lakeside, Montana. It drops 1,440 feet across 26 runs that are about 70 percent intermediate, served by four lifts over 1,000 acres of Flathead National Forest, with a longest run of 1.75 miles and roughly 250 inches of annual snow. Opened in 1998, it is unusual for putting its base lodge at the summit, so skiers ride up first and ski down to start.
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Operated by Mission Ridge
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Blacktail Mountain Ski Area have?
Blacktail Mountain Ski Area has 4 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 3,900 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Blacktail Mountain Ski Area?
Blacktail Mountain Ski Area has a vertical drop of 1,553 feet (473 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Blacktail Mountain Ski Area?
The summit of Blacktail Mountain Ski Area sits at 6,789 feet (2,069 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Blacktail Mountain Ski Area have?
Blacktail Mountain Ski Area has 26 marked trails.
How big is the skiable terrain at Blacktail Mountain Ski Area?
Blacktail Mountain Ski Area covers 1,000 acres (405 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Blacktail Mountain Ski Area offer night skiing?
No, Blacktail Mountain Ski Area does not offer night skiing.
Does Blacktail Mountain Ski Area have snowmaking?
No, Blacktail Mountain Ski Area relies on natural snowfall and does not operate snowmaking equipment.
How much snow does Blacktail Mountain Ski Area get each year?
Blacktail Mountain Ski Area averages around 250 inches (635 cm) of snowfall per season.
