Summer Activity
Take a hike!
Hiking in the summertime is a great way to see all the wild plants and animals that thrive on Big Mountain, plus breathtaking views of Glacier National Park, the Northern Rockies, the Flathead Valley and several nearby wilderness areas!
Danny On Memorial Trail
3.8 miles (one way, village to summit or vice versa)
2+ hours
Hiking only
Our signature hiking route, the Danny On Memorial Trail takes you from the village area all the way to the summit of Big Mountain, or vice versa! Walk through evergreen woods and grassy meadows studded with wildflowers and huckleberries, as well as open vistas in nearly all directions. As you approach the summit, the peaks of Glacier National Park will grace your view to the east, rising up like a city skyline. Once you've reached the top, reward yourself with a cold beverage and a bite to eat at the Summit House!
This is a challenging trail that has you climb or descend over 2,000 vertical feet. If you only want to hike one way, get a ticket for a Scenic Lift Ride up or down the mountain!
The trail is dedicated to Danny On, a U.S. Forest Service ecologist and renowned nature photographer who loved skiing on Big Mountain until his passing in 1979.
Flower Point Loop
3.6 miles (starts and ends at the summit)
Hiking only
Tour lush meadows and dense forest around Flower Point, offering views of the North Fork area and Glacier National Park. Start and finish this loop at the summit, or link it with the Danny On Trail for a longer hiking experience!
East Rim Loop
1 mile (starts and ends at the summit)
Hiking only
Starting and ending at the summit, the East Rim Loop is the shortest hiking route on the mountain, perfect for a quick and leisurely stroll that still offers stunning views of the Flathead Valley and Glacier National Park.
Danny On Trail + Flower Point Loop
5.4 miles (one way, village to summit or vice versa)
3 hours
Hiking only
For those who can't get enough of the scenery. Hike the Danny On Trail in either direction, but take a detour along the Flower Point Loop to add mileage and experience even more natural beauty!
Bob Cedar Trail
1 mile (one way, Base Lodge to Whitefish Trail or vice versa)
Multiuse (hiking and mountain biking)
The Bob Cedar Trail connects the resort to the Big Mountain section of the Whitefish Trail system, which meanders through lush cedar groves and crosses creeks in the Haskill Basin. It's great for a leisurely hike, or for riding back to town after a day spent lapping our downhill mountain bike park. Remember, hikers have the right of way. Share the trail!