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CROSS COUNTRY / NORDIC SKIING AND SNOWSHOEING

Snowshoeing

Snowshoeing has become one of the fastest growing sports – perhaps because it’s so easy to get started! With no instruction, beginners will experience the serenity of the mountains, take in breathtaking, backcountry scenery, and get a great workout. Moonlight Basin has designated snowshoe trails, including a snowshoeing trail that starts near the Moonlight Lodge and winds through 3 miles of natural beauty. In addition,  there is a 2.5 mile trail that begins at the Madison Village base area and loops around the beautiful Ulreys Lake.

Trails are open from 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 7 days a week during winter season. Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced loops are available.
Snowshoe rentals and trail passes are available through the SnowSports School Office at the Moonlight Lodge or at the Madison Village Base Area.
Cost: Snowshoe Trail Use with Equipment Rental: $15
Snowshoe Trail Use Only: $5
Moonlight Basin Snowshoe Trail Season Pass: $50
Contact SnowSports for more information at (406)993-6062.

If you're looking for a more interactive experience check out our Guided Snowshoe Hike. Take in the scenery and enjoy the mountain air as our wildlife specialist, Marc Glines leads you through Moonlight Basin's backyard all while learning about our winter wildlife.

Cross-Country Skiing (Nordic Skiing)

Experience some of the most spectacular, impeccably groomed Nordic trails in North America at Lone Mountain Ranch. Voted #1 in a Cross Country Skier magazine reader poll! The 75 km of gentle rolling meadows and exhilirating downhills with inspiring vistas are sure to please every skier!

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Lone Mountain Ranch Cross Country Ski Trails
 Andesite  8.5km
 Boomerang  13km
 Carlin's Cruise  4.5km
 Dutch's Detour  14.9km
 Far East  13km
 Joy's Loop  .5km
 Little Bavaria  10km
 Middle Fork  13.5km
 Mongolia  20km
 Mountain View  9km
 North Fork  7km
 Ouzel Falls  
 Ranch Loop  6km
 Ridge Run  8km
 Schaap's Schuss  .4km
 Siberia  16km
 Silver Bow  .9km
 Sluice Box  6km
 Summit  18km
 Yellowstone  7.5km