Bobcat Pass
- Wraparound Access Starting April 1, 2026
- Season-Long Access
Sunday through Friday access all season, at a discounted rate for MSU students & faculty. Make your pass work for you with the Unlimited Tram and Après Add-Ons. To purchase the Bobcat pass, you must first validate your Montana State University student or faculty status using the forms below.
Customize Your Bobcat Pass
Pass Type
- Season Pass Rollover Eligible
- Earn BoyneRewards Points
- Direct-to-Lift Access
Available add-ons during checkout
Unlimited Tram Add-On
The Unlimited Tram Add-On provides access to the Lone Peak Tram on the days your pass is valid during the winter season. Available for Black, Blue, Bobcat, and Twin Tips passes.
Après Add On
Afternoon access from 12:30-4 PM on all blackout days. Available for Blue, Bobcat, and Twin Tips passes.
Passholder Perks
Get discounts, rewards, and exclusive events—explore all the benefits that come with a Big Sky Resort season pass.
Lodging
Up to 20% off all Big Sky Resort lodging reservations.
Shopping
10% off at all Big Sky Resort retail outlets and Solace Spa & Salon retail purchases (excludes Lululemon products).
Dining
10% off at all Big Sky Resort dining outlets (excludes alcohol).
Enchanted Forest
$25 tickets to the Enchanted Forest all winter long.
Summer Scenic Lift Tickets
50% off Summer 2026 Scenic Lift Tickets.
(Not applicable for Gold passes or Boyne Passport—summer access is included.)
Because College Should Include Unforgettable Ski Days
Meet the Bobcat Pass: Blue Pass access at a special rate for Montana State University students and faculty. Validate your MSU status below to purchase your pass.
1. Verify Your Status
Use the student or faculty dialogue box below to enter your details. Big Sky validates your Montana State University student or faculty status using SheerID. Depending on your status, you may have to upload proof of enrollment or verify your university-issued email address.
2. Receive Your Redemption Code
Upon verifying your status, you will be given a one-time code to use on Big Sky's online shop.
3. Use Your Redemption Code to Buy Your Pass
With your code ready, navigate to the Bobcat Season Pass in our online store. Add your pass to your cart. If you need to purchase any other products, you can do so in this same transaction.
Once you're ready, proceed to checkout. After you have assigned products and Sky Cards to members of your group, you will be asked to enter your redemption code to validate your pass purchase. The name registered to the season pass must match the name associated with the code.
Finish checking out, and you're ready to go. We can't wait to see you on the mountain!
MSU Student Validation
MSU Faculty Validation
FAQs & Details
The Bobcat pass is Blue Pass access at a special rate for Montana State University students and faculty. To purchase this season pass you will need to verify you school status by filling out the form at the link below. The completed form will issue you a code to enter during the checkout process.
The Unlimited Tram add-on includes scenic and ski/snowboard rides on the Lone Peak Tram all winter. The Unlimited Tram add-on is available for Black, Blue, Bobcat, and Twin Tips season passes.
Ikon and Mountain Collective passes cannot purchase the Unlimited Tram add-on.
The Après Add-On provides afternoon access (12:30 PM - 4:00 PM) on blackout days. Après Access is available for Blue, Bobcat, and Twin Tips passes.
Blue & Bobcat Season Passes with Après Access have access to the resort 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM on all blackout days including Saturdays.
Twin Tips Season Passes with Après Access have access to the resort 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM on all blackout days all season long.
Freestyle, Ikon, and Mountain Collective passes are not eligible to purchase the Après Add-On.
Currently, we do not offer a teacher or educator discount on lift tickets or lodging. MSU students and faculty are eligible for the Bobcat season pass. Purchasing a standard season pass or lift tickets online in advance will guarantee the best price.
Big Sky Resort offers the Bobcat Pass at a special rate for Montana State University students and faculty.
If you’re not affiliated with MSU or are looking for a different pass option, all of our winter season passes include Young Adult pricing for guests aged 18–25.
We do not offer a college or student-age discount for lift tickets or summer passes at this time.
I am a student/ teacher at MSU. How do I get a discounted pass?
Big Sky Resort Blue, Bobcat, Twin Tips, and Freestyle passholders are eligible for discounted tickets on their blackout days or for extra Freestyle pass days. This benefit is for the passholder only. Tickets must be purchased on the day of use at ticket windows. Pricing for these discounted tickets is as follows:
| Adult (15-69) | Senior (70+) | Junior (7-14) | |
| Early/Late Season Price (Nov 25th-Dec 18th, Apr 1st-Close) | $89 | $69 | $59 |
| Mid-Season Price (Dec 19th-March 31st) | $199 | $159 | $129 |
Ikon passes are not eligible for this discount.
Children ages 0–6 of Big Sky Resort Winter Season Passholders are eligible for a complimentary Winter Child Pass. This pass provides unlimited access to Big Sky Resort during the winter season but does not include additional benefits or tram access.
To qualify, the child’s parent or legal guardian must have a current Big Sky Resort season pass. Visit the Mountain Services office at the start of the season—after the guardian has purchased their pass—to obtain the Child Pass.
If you'd like your child to access the tram, you can add Tram Autocharge to their account. However, Child Passes are not eligible for the Unlimited Tram add-on. Age is determined as of November 1 of the applicable winter season.
The Season Pass Rollover program allows you to defer the value of your current season pass toward the purchase of a season pass for the next winter season. Prior to November 15th, your pass can be rolled over for any reason. After November 15th, rollover is only available for qualifying medical circumstances. Visit bigskyresort.com/easy-change/rollover for details.
Cancellation Deadlines
Cancellation requests must be submitted by certain dates. For specific deadlines and restrictions, see the Help Center article When's the deadline to cancel my season pass?
Season passes and any other items purchased in the Big Sky Online Store can be paid for with payment plans offered by Affirm. The cart size must be over $250 to qualify. Choose the Payment Plan option as your payment type in our online store during checkout.
Please add 4% tax to all pass product rates. All rates and information are subject to change. Ages are determined as of November 1, 2026. Big Sky Resort season passes are non-transferable and non-refundable. Benefits are valid for season passholder only with the presentation of Season Pass or purchase confirmation.
All passholders must view and agree to the purchase Terms & Conditions. Other resort policies apply.
More Season Pass Options
2026-27 Season Passes
Choose from Gold, Black, or Blue access levels and build your ideal pass with the Unlimited Tram and Après add-ons. Your pass, your season.
Freestyle Pass
Three to seven days at Big Sky, with blackout days. Lone Peak Tram included. Valid at every Boyne Resort. The best per-day access available anywhere.
Twin Tips Pass
Built for those who live for the shoulder seasons. Early-season access through December 18, 2026, and late-season access from April 1 through closing weekend, 2027.
Boyne Passport
Get unlimited access to ski all winter across Boyne Resorts' 10 destinations plus exclusive benefits.
