Beartooth Basin Summer Ski Area

This Summer-only Ski Area in the U.S. Is Open for the 2025 Season

"Perched near the top of Beartooth Pass at about 10,900 feet, this summer-only ski area opens only when weather, snow levels, and the access highway allow; it is scheduled this year to operate from May 28 through July 6 (or until the snow melts), though past seasons have seen a very short window in 2023 and no opening in 2024. The no-frills, old-school operation offers roughly 600 acres of steep terrain served by two vintage poma lifts and a large cornice—making it a haven for die-hard skiers and riders and a bucket-list novelty for summer-ski enthusiasts—without lodges, condos, or typical resort amenities. Access requires driving the scenic Route 212 (the Beartooth Highway), which can close unpredictably, so visitors are urged to check highway status and the ski area’s social media before heading up. Ticketing reflects the low-key setup: full-day tickets ($50) and season passes ($395) can be bought online (non-refundable), while half-day tickets ($40, valid 12–3 p.m.) and in-person purchases are cash- and check-only at the ticket office; daily skier capacity is capped at 100." - Evie Carrick Evie Carrick Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As du Fallafel. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines