Blacktail Mountain is an Indy Pass ski area in Montana: 27 trails, 1,440 ft vertical, 1,000 acres.
Base to summit 5,236 to 6,676 ft · 1,440 ft vertical
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Why skiers choose Blacktail Mountain
Blacktail Mountain sits in Montana with 1,440 ft of vertical drop, 27 trails, and 1,000 lift-served acres. Blacktail Mountain is well-suited to intermediate skiers, with 60% of trails in that range. Terrain park on site.
The mountain averages 250" of snowfall per season. Lift tickets start around $56; day-of pricing varies. Blacktail Mountain is an Indy Pass mountain.
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Our model predicts crowd pressure for a typical week here: who this mountain draws, how its lifts absorb a rush, and how each day loads it. It is a prediction, not a turnstile count. Snow in the forecast pushes any of these days up.
Crowds are rarely the story here, even on a Saturday.
Get the crowd forecast for your exact ski dayYes. Blacktail Mountain is an Indy Pass mountain. Pass holders can ski here as part of their pass benefits. Check the current pass terms for any blackout dates or restrictions.
Blacktail Mountain has 27 trails covering 1,000 lift-served acres with 1,440 feet of vertical drop. The terrain breakdown is roughly 15% beginner, 60% intermediate, and 25% advanced or expert.
Blacktail Mountain is not an ideal mountain for beginners. Only about 15% of the terrain is beginner-rated, and the mountain skews toward more experienced skiers.
Day ticket prices at Blacktail Mountain start at approximately $56, though window rates vary by date and demand. Indy Pass holders ski here as part of their pass.
Blacktail Mountain averages approximately 250 inches of snowfall per season. This is well above average and makes it a reliable snow destination.
January through early March is typically peak season at Blacktail Mountain when snowpack is deepest and conditions are most consistent. December can be good if the season starts early. Midweek visits are almost always less crowded than weekends, especially when pass holders fill the mountain on Saturdays and holidays.
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*Day ticket prices are approximate and vary by date, demand, age, and promotions. Always confirm pricing directly with Blacktail Mountain before purchasing.