Mountain and Road Biking

Mountain biking in and around the Big Sky area means miles of back country scenery, wildflowers, wildlife, and few human encounters. Ski lift access and forest roads offer off-pavement, out-of-traffic experiences, so that mountain biking in Big Sky truly is an authentic mountain experience.  New beginner and advanced trails were constructed last summer, adding more variety to the already adventurous slopes. Downhillers can find a whole plethora of trails to get their thrills on!

Big Sky's Scenic Lift, providing access to many of the trails, will operate from 10:30am - 3:30pm each day from Mid-June to October 2009 (weather permitting). For up-to-the-minute information, and for daily  trail closures and on the hour lift updates during the summer season, please contact Big Sky Sports at 406-995-5840 before you head out.   

Love the Ride Report

Big Sky Trail Report 7/4/2009

Congo – Open:  packed and tacky.
Revenge – Open :  damp and slimy, but riding better than ever.
Pacifier – Open :  tacky but rutted, use caution.
Moosetracks – Open: look for new beginner jumps.
Ambush – Open:  Fast and Tacky, Park coming soon as snow melts.
Blue Room – Upper: Open:  Look for new berm section, tacky and fast.
                        Lower:  Open:  Damp and slimy, watch wet roots.
Wardance – Open:  Tacky and Fast.
Blackfoot – Closed:  Due to construction, new ladder section coming soon.
Africa – Open:  real damp and slimy, lower ladder drop closed.

The weather has been good for Big Sky Bike Trails the month of June. Rain has loosened dirt for volunteer trail
building program and packed in the new construction on all trails.  Most trails are running well but damp in spots,
caution is recommended.  We had a great turn out for our Volunteer Trail Build Day, June 20th.  Lots of new construction and overall clean up of all trails was definitely achieved.  Look for the new berm section in the upper Blue Room trail.  The 3-5 foot berms that litter the previously straight-skidder section of last season, have really turned this into a completely different trail altogether. Get ready to let off those brakes, go fast and bank some turns on this trail.  Africa also got a face lift this spring, with the addition of new jumps, berms and drops.  This trail has the most flow it has seen in a while, although the rain has forced closing of the lower ladder drop.  The new trail Wounded Knee has been pushed back another season due to the work necessary on current trails.  Although, we are looking forward to improving our current bike park as soon as the remaining snow melts.  Blackfoot is currently closed due to construction.  Look for a face-lift to this trail as well, new line, ladder section and overall approach. 

Looking  forward to another great turn out for our second Trail Build Day late July.  Call 406-995-5849 for any interest, questions,  or comments.

Remember

Prior to using freestyle terrain, it is the rider's responsibility to inspect the terrain, understand that the terrain changes constantly due to weather and use, assume the risk of injury when jumping, and keep control of body and equipment at all times. Please be courteous and respect others, clear the landing areas quickly and ride within your ability.

All of Big Sky's lift accessed mountain biking is intermediate to advanced.  Trails are not patrolled, use at your own risk.  Most of Big Sky's mountain bike trails are steep and rocky: personal protective equipment is advised.

LIMITED BEGINNER TRAILS - PRIOR MOUNTAIN BIKE EXPERIENCE RECOMMENDED. EXTREME EXPOSURE.  LOOSE ROCK ROADS.

• Always wear a helmet & ride in control
• Be nice - don't startle people or wildlife
• Yield to hikers & service vehicles
• Be sure your gear is in good working order
• Watch for construction vehicles
• Respect private property & route closures
• Tread lightly & DO NOT LITTER
• Set a good example for new riders

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