How to Go Skiing in Lost Trail Powder Mountain, Montana

Conveniently located in western Montana near the Idaho border, Lost Trail Powder Mountain is an affordable family ski destination that offers challenging terrain for skiers and snowboarders alike. Of its 45 trails, 20 percent are for beginning skiers, 60 percent are for intermediate skiers and 20 percent are for advanced skiers. The mountain gets about 300 inches of snow every year, has a longest run of 2.5 miles and a vertical drop of 1,800 feet.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Internet access
• Phone

Book Your Accommodations

1. Go to the official Web site of Lost Trail Powder Mountain (see Resources below). Click on the 'Overnight Lodging' link and browse through the brief descriptions of area accommodations. You can also call the ski area at 406/821-3211 for booking help.
2. Expect to stay in a cabin or cabin-like lodging unless you stay in 1 of the few local area motels. Although the list on the Web site is not complete, it does offer information on a wide range of accommodations choices, from budget cabins and cottages to expensive guest-home accommodations.
3. Expect most of the area accommodations to be inexpensive or moderately priced. However, you can book a romantic luxury cabin at one of the nearby ranches if you are interested in splurging on your ski trip.

Get to Know Lost Trail Powder Mountain

4. Go to the 'Ski Report' section of Lost Trail Powder Mountain's Web site to find out which chairlifts are currently in operation.
5. Click on the heading 'Hours & Location' on the left-hand side of your screen. Copy down the operating hours for future reference. Remember that Lost Trail Powder Mountain is only open 4 days a week (From Thursday to Sunday) during ski season.
6. Find lift ticket prices and ski rental rates by clicking on their respective links. You can also find online information on group rates and season passes.
7. Go to the 'Ski School' section to get specific information on private or group lessons.
8. Go to the trail map section and download a full-sized image of the trail map so that you can get a good idea of the layout of the mountain.

Travel to Lost Trail Powder Mountain

9. Fly to the Missoula International Airport in Montana, and then rent a car to get to Lost Trail Powder Mountain. You'll take U.S. Highway 93 South for approximately 100 miles.
10. Find directions to Lost Trail Powder Mountain on its Web site. Simply click on the 'Hours & Location' tab. Be aware of current road conditions before embarking on your trip to this Montana ski area.

Tips & Warnings

• Book online to view helpful photographs of area accommodations.
• If you want to purchase a half-day ticket, you are required to leave either your credit card, car keys or personal ID with the ticket office. It will be returned to you once you have finished your half day of skiing.
• The opening date of each ski season depends on the amount of snowfall received.

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