Great Northern Powder Guides

New for Winter 2025/26

Montana’s only Catskiing & Ranch Stay Package

Round up your crew for the ultimate winter escape with Montana’s only Backcountry Cat Skiing and Ranch Stay Package. Spend your days chasing fresh lines across 20,000 acres of untouched powder in Montana’s Northern Rockies, then kick back in our three-level lodge or one of our cozy log cabins. End the day with hearty ranch meals, cold drinks, and plenty of laughs by the fire. With exclusive cat skiing, an authentic working ranch setting, and a relaxed vibe, this is the all-inclusive ski adventure you’ve been waiting for.

Your Base in Whitefish

Guests watching horses gallop across snow-covered Bar W Ranch.

Ranch lodge interior with rustic stone fireplace and warm seating area.

Location

15 minutes from GNPG’s snowcat basecamp
5 minutes from downtown Whitefish
15 minutes from Whitefish Ski Resort
20 minutes from Glacier Park International Airport

Close to everything, yet, when the sun goes down, you truly feel like you’re in the wilds of northern Montana.

Ranch Amenities

Spacious lounge + bar

Fireplace for apres gatherings

Hot Tub

Pool table + games room

Free WIFI available in Horseshoe dining hall

6 shared bedrooms

Dining

Arrive back at the Ranch after a big day in the backcountry to delicious apres, cold craft beer, and a rip-roaring fire. Then head over to the ‘Horseshoe’ for hearty Montana fare from our chefs. Where possible, we source our food locally, and use only the best ingredients. After all, you’ll need those calories for the next day on the slopes.

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Upgrade Options & Extra Nights

For those wanting a single room, or some seriously luxe digs, we’ve got you covered. Our new log cabins are some of the finest lodging in the area. Bigger group? Need an extra cat? Our ranch has up to 21 guest rooms available. Just call our office to check availability and pricing.