| Red Lodge Mountain's name comes from the heritage of colorful tepees
that once dotted the area's foothills. Legend has it that the town
of Red Lodge was named for the tepees' coloring of red clay. These dwellings
beckoned early settlers to an area as unique as the symbol each family painted
on its home. Red Lodge Mountain offers lots of powder, few crowds, nearby parking
and no waiting in line. With an average snowfall of more than 250 inches during
the ski season and a vertical drop of 2,400 feet, Red Lodge Mountain welcomes
the beginner, intermediate and the advanced skier. More than 70 runs, covering
1,600 acres, beckon the enthusiast and challenge the advanced. Winter daytime
temperatures average between 15 F and 25 F, and there's plenty of Montana sunshine.
In fact, the sun shines five out of seven days and there's low humidity, too.
Beginners will love Miami Beach's gentle terrain, open spaces and room to practice.
Lazy M is a 2-1/2-mile cruiser that appeals to intermediates and experts. Advanced
skiers will definitely get a thrill from the chutes of the Main Drainage.
Bring the Kids. Numerous trails in the Custer National Forest
and the Beartooth/Absaroka Wilderness, just minutes from Red Lodge, offer back
country skiing. There's more to Red Lodge than skiing. Once an Old West mining
town, Red Lodge today is a modern resort and ranching town that has retained
its western charm. Stroll downtown and enjoy the well-stocked shops that line
the main street. Antique stores, galleries and specialty stores will entice
you to slow down, take a look around and chat with friendly folks. Soak up the
night life of Red Lodge. Enjoy a fine gourmet meal. Or, drop some change in
a poker machine while you grab a quick bite. Relax during a horse-drawn sleigh
ride, or take a cross-country ski tour by moonlight. Red Lodge Mountain offers
terrific value for your family. Enjoy a high-quality experience -- well-groomed,
uncrowded slopes, modern facilities, clean mountain air and awe inspiring vistas.
Ski a big mountain with lots of snow and miles of terrain to yourself. |
