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 Lost Trail sits way up high on the Continental Divide, atop the Montana-Idaho border. Missoula, the nearest city, is 90 miles north but a straight shot on US 93. Even so, Lost Trail draws mostly from the small towns on both sides of the border. Locals enjoy its reliable snowfall (some 300" a season), low prices, and trail diversity. Forty trails are spread over some 900 acres, with 1800 feet of vertical served by four doubles and three surface lifts. Trails tumble down from an 8200-foot summit, about evenly divided among ability levels. But Lost Trail"s strong point is long, groomed cruisers, displayed to good effect by riding the Saddle Mountain double. It provides the longest continuous drop and serves the mountain"s diverse terrain. There"s a double black here, as well as a long combination of beginner trails. In truth, nearly every lift (at least the chairs) serves a similar mix of terrain, with total vertical and exposure being the only variables. Such a layout makes Lost Trail popular with families, because individual members can ski or ride greens, blues, or blacks and still wind up at the same lift. The comfortable day lodge serves up equally comfortable food, made fresh daily, hot beverages and cold regional micro-brews. There"s a professional snow sports school and a full rental and demo shop. If you"re visiting from away, there are a dozen or so lodging choices, ranging from rustic cabins to full resorts, within a half hour drive. Many properties have full-service restaurants and bars on the premises.
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Ski Report
Montana