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Whitefish Backcountry Ski Touring

7-Hour Duration

This trip begins at Whitefish Mountain Resort and lasts 7 hours from start to finish

Private Tour

Enjoy a full private excursion with up to four people and find the best powder around

Experience Required

This is true backcountry skiing and not for beginners, experience is required

Ski or Snowboard

Both skiers and snowboarders are welcome on this trip

Description

Important 2024 / 2025 Information: Due to changes in permits issued by Flathead National Forest all 2024 & 2025 winter backcountry ski touring has been canceled. If you are looking for additional activities please check out these alternative tours.

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Ready to get into the side country of the Whitefish Range in pursuit of those white, fluffy lines? This tour offers the ultimate backcountry ski adventure in Whitefish. Experienced skiers and split boarders are welcome. We'll use the lifts at Whitefish Mountain Resort to access out-of-bounds terrain, seeking out powder lines and off-piste skiing.

This is ideal for someone who has their own backcountry ski or splitboard equipment (skis, boots, board, poles), but looking for a guide to help them safely discover the many hidden gems around. Avalanche safety gear such as beacon, shovel, and probe may be rented at an additional cost.

Your guide will meet you at the base of the resort to create a game plan for the day. Ride the lifts up then head into the backcountry to ski down great lines. Then, skin back up to other descent points or to lifts that can help you gain more vertical before heading back out there.

Get an incredible workout, and discover new backcountry lines that most people will never get to experience. Just want a half-day? Reach out about a discount for a shorter tour to leave you a few hours of resort runs.

Purchase of a ski lift ticket from Whitefish Mountain Resort is required.

What's Included

Backcountry Guide

Lift Tickets

Food & Drink

Guide Gratuity

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I do this tour with just regular skis/snowboard?

Unfortunately not. This tour is specifically for experienced riders who have ski or snowboard gear with skins that allow uphill travel to access terrain outside designated ski boundaries.

Will I need to purchase a ski lift ticket for this tour?

Yes, you will need to purchase a lift ticket from Whitefish Mountain Resort which will allow you to access backcountry terrain. Resort chair lifts will be used throughout the day to get the most vertical in.

Is there avalanche danger?

Accessing backcountry terrain comes with an inherent risk of avalanche danger. Your expert local guide will lead you to the best conditions based on current avalanche and snow forecasts as well as knowledgeable field observations.

Know Before You Book

Minimum Age: There is no minimum age to join this tour

Skiers and riders are expected to bring their own touring gear and the knowledge to use it.

A Whitefish Mountain Resort lift ticket or season pass is required.

Guided backcountry tours are for experienced skiers only looking to safely venture out of bounds.

Backcountry tours take place outside of resort area boundaries of Whitefish Mountain Resort using ski lifts for access.

Your tour costs are refundable if canceled 24 hours before the tour departure. If booking using the Book Now, Pay Later option, the 5% deposit is non-refundable under all circumstances.

Quick Facts

City

Whitefish