[PHOTOS] Historic Opening Day at Big Sky Resort, MT

Yesterday’s opening day at Big Sky Resort, MT, was a historic one for many reasons: the largest terrain opening in Big Sky Resort history, deep powder turns through six inches of fresh snow, and resort teams working hard to deliver the goods a day earlier than scheduled.

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Big Sky Resort decided to open early after more than five feet of natural snow blanketed the mountain this fall, combined with reliably cold temperatures and record-breaking snowmaking efforts. 

Mid-day, skiers and riders got another special surprise when the Ramcharger 8 chairlift opened to the public, previously scheduled for opening on Thursday, November 24.

With 2,000+ acres of skiable terrain and six lifts open, plus 6″ of fresh snow blanketing the pristine mountain, the Big Sky Resort 2022-23 opening day was one to remember.