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Showdown Ski Area

Location

Cascade County

United States

46° 56' 11.04" N, 110° 43' 3.72" W

See map: Google Maps

US

General info:

Showdown, Montana's oldest ski area, has grown considerably since it all began in 1936. Starting out with the only rope tow to convey skiers the 1,400 feet to the summit, Showdown now offers skiers a choice of four lifts that access of 640 acres of skiable terrain. Showdown's 8,200 foot summit provides access to excellent tree skiing, as well as some steep bump runs. Showdown's annual snowfall of 240 inches will keep the powderhounds happy, and their friendly staff who works and lives in the area provide a ski and snowboard experience like none other.

BASE: 6800ft
SUMMIT: 8200ft
VERTICAL DROP: 1400ft

NO. OF. LIFTS: 4
Gondolas: 0
Chairs: 2
Surface: 2

Costs:

DAY PASS ADULTS weekday: US$38.00
DAY PASS ADULTS weekend: US$38.00

We recommend to confirm the latest prices from the resorts website as the prices might have changed after last update.

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