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Discovery Ski Area ski resort, United States (North America) — luxury alpine destination — Mountain views, ski slopes, and alpine landscape
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Discovery Ski Area

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Resort Guide

Discovery Ski Area is located near Philipsburg, Montana, offering over 2,200 acres of skiable terrain across four distinct mountain faces. The resort features a mix of beginner, intermediate, and expert runs, including challenging steeps and groomed cruisers, with a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Key amenities include a full-service lodge, equipment rentals, ski school, and a terrain park, making it suitable for a wide range of visitors. Discovery stands out for its uncrowded slopes, diverse terrain, and scenic views of the Pintler Mountains.

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Key Info

Resort data by SnowSure™

RegionNorth America
CountryUnited States
Base Elevation1,981m
Summit Elevation2,499m
Vertical Drop518m
Skiable Acres2,200
Total Runs74
Total Lifts7
Annual Snowfall215 inches / 546 cm
Longest Run2.4 km / 1.5 mi
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Discovery Ski Area

Weather Forecast · 1,981m – 2,499m

Data reported at Fri, Aug 21, 1:01 PM UTC
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Off-Season Resort (Northern Hemisphere)

This resort is currently closed for the season. Northern Hemisphere resorts typically operate November–April.

Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 1:01 PM UTC
Base
1,981m
Temp
15°C
Wind
1km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
2,240m
Temp
12°C
Wind
1km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
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Summit
2,499m
Temp
12°C
Wind
1km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Lift Status
of 70% open
10-Day Forecast
Summit (2,499m) · Updated Fri, Aug 21, 1:01 PM UTC
Today
21
25°
11°
Sat
22
21°
11°
Sun
23
20°
10°
Mon
24
20°
7°
Tue
25
20°
9°
Wed
26
21°
10°
Thu
27
19°
8°
Fri
28
17°
4°
Sat
29
16°
7°
Sun
30
19°
4°
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 1:01 PM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+133%
vs 5-Year Avg
249cm avg by now
+154%
vs 30-Year Avg
240cm avg by now
249cm
5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~331.2 cm. That's 33% above the 5-year average (249 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 38% above the 30-year average (240 cm).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Discovery Ski Area — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about skiing and staying in Discovery Ski Area, United States.

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Discovery Ski Area has 74 runs. and 7 lifts. covering 2200 skiable acres. The elevation ranges from 1981m to 2499m. with a vertical drop of 518m. The resort averages 215 inches / 546 cm of snowfall annually..

You can browse and book luxury ski hotels at Discovery Ski Area directly on LUXSKI. Visit the Discovery Ski Area destination page to see all available hotels, check real-time room availability and pricing, and book with free cancellation options. You can also contact our concierge team at concierge@lux.ski for personalized trip planning.