Lone Mountain Ranch
Resort hotel · Big Sky
750 Lone Mountain Ranch Rd, Big Sky, MT 59716
Highlights
Rustic-chic cabins, farm-to-table dining, Yellowstone tours
Rustic-chic cabins, farm-to-table dining, Yellowstone tours
"Set on 148 acres of secluded farmland in the rugged southwestern part of the state, the property offers 27 standalone cabins that are easier to secure in shoulder season; come Christmas, its proximity to the local ski resort makes reservations more scarce (and much costlier), as does access to ample Nordic adventure and horse-drawn sleigh rides. "Fall is my favorite season in Montana," says Paul Makarechian, a Bozeman native and property owner. "Crowds are less, the trees turn colors, the wildlife is active, the rivers are teeming with fish, and the air quality is perfect." Makarechian also notes seasonal crispness but recommends shoulder-season visits: "It can get crisp quickly on either side of the summer. But you really can't go wrong visiting during shoulder season. This is nature's playground. Even if it's a bit chilly, you can always admire it from a hot spring, with a glass of wine in hand." - Brad Japhe Brad Japhe Brad Japhe is a journalist specializing in food, beverage, and travel. He also hosts online video content as an expert in those fields. He’s reported from all 50 states and has visited all seven continents. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A 1930s mountainside ranch composed of 25 renovated log cabins that preserve an old-timey Americana vibe—wood-burning fireplaces, record players, and oversized wooden beds—while offering memorable dining experiences such as sleigh-ride dinners at a remote rustic cabin with pot pie and live music. The main Horn & Cantle Restaurant embraces lodge-style decor (moose heads, leather chairs), and a new members-only supper club provides a contrasting sleek spot for caviar and champagne." - Mary Holland
"Guests can enjoy a unique experience by riding a horse-drawn sleigh to a cowboy-approved dinner. Lone Mountain Ranch offers an authentic Western atmosphere, complete with rustic dining and breathtaking views." - Sophie-Claire Hoeller
"A rustic, all-inclusive ranch property about a 10-minute drive from the mountain base (with on-demand shuttle service) composed of 25 private cabins (one- to six-bedroom) that pairs old-fashioned charm—little touches like a mug of steaming coffee waiting on the porch and a resident squirrel who frequents the breakfast room—with upscale, intimate offerings: a swanky speakeasy-style Auric Room private members’ club, the Trapper’s Den cigar lounge, Horn & Cantle’s farm-to-table menu, and the iconic horse-drawn sleigh ride dinners that serve prime rib by candlelight." - Nina Ruggiero Nina Ruggiero Travel + Leisure Senior Editorial Director Nina Ruggiero oversees T+L's award-winning travel content across digital platforms. She is also the co-founder of Be A Travel Writer, an online course for aspiring travel journalists. When she's not traveling between her current home in Los Angeles and T+L HQ in New York City, Nina can often be found in Italy or the UK. She has lived in NYC, LA, Miami, Rome, and Sicily, and has traveled extensively through Europe, the U.S., Asia, the Caribbean, and Mexico, in addition to visiting Botswana, Morocco, New Zealand, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"An iconic dude ranch in Big Sky, Montana, known for its Cowgirl Up Week, where women from around the world experience the quintessential American west ranch lifestyle. Activities include horseback rides, trips to Yellowstone National Park, and rodeo events."
