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What’s inside the April Newsletter? Now Booking Group Stays for 2026 and two NEW exciting additions! Montana Backcountry Snowboarding haven! Reservations are now available on a first-come basis for 2026 and will […]

When planning your ultimate backcountry ski or snowboard adventure, you have options—classic backcountry yurt trips, backcountry hut-to-hut expeditions, or a stay at Downing Mountain Lodge. While yurts and backcountry hut trips offer […]

For the past five years, the Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club’s youth backcountry program has made the journey from Jackson, WY, to Downing Mountain Lodge for their mid-winter ski trips. Time […]

Planning your first trip to Downing Mountain Backcountry Lodge? We’ve got you covered! Starting in 2026, first-time trip leaders and their groups can take advantage of a complimentary backcountry lodge orientation and […]

Stepping into the role of a Trip Leader can feel like a big responsibility, but here’s the secret—there’s no single “right” way to do it! Every Trip Leader brings their own style, […]

Looking for an unforgettable backcountry ski and snowboard mountain retreat? Downing Mountain Lodge in Montana’s breathtaking Bitterroot Valley is now accepting reservations for the 2026 season! Dates are available on a first-come […]

Are you dreaming of a wedding that is intimate, unique, and immersed in breathtaking natural beauty? Downing Mountain Lodge and Retreat in Montana’s stunning Bitterroot Valley is now accepting reservations for the […]

This fall has been nothing short of transformative! We’ve been hard at work to make sure both the mountain and the backcountry ski and snowboard lodge are ready to welcome you. Thanks […]

Despite the Covid-19, guests and hosts alike had a fabulous season at the Downing Mountain Lodge with no major adventures to report and no viral outbreaks or closures. There were numerous corona […]