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Skiing in Wyoming's Bighorn Mountains
Two resorts. Zero crowds. Some of the driest powder in the Northern Rockies — all within an hour of Sheridan, Wyoming.
2
Resorts
50+
Runs
9,000+ ft
Summit Elevation
Wyoming's Uncrowded Skiing Destination
The Bighorn Mountains sit east of the Continental Divide in north-central Wyoming — close enough to Sheridan for a day trip, remote enough that you'll never stand in a lift line. Two ski resorts serve this range: Meadowlark on the eastern slope and Antelope Butte near Burgess Junction. Together they offer 50+ runs across terrain that covers every ability level, from first-timer greens to genuine expert steeps.
Skiing in the Bighorn Mountains of Wyoming is a fundamentally different experience from the big-resort circuit. No $250 lift tickets, no four-hour drive from the airport, no fighting for parking. Just cold, dry powder on uncrowded slopes — the way skiing used to be everywhere and still is here. Stay in one of our Bighorn Mountain cabin rentals and wake up already in the mountains.
Two Resorts, One Mountain Range
Meadowlark Ski Resort
Wyoming's hidden gem on the eastern slope of the Bighorns. Meadowlark offers 28 runs across beginner-to-expert terrain, a genuine small-mountain atmosphere, and some of the driest powder in the Northern Rockies. The kind of place where you share a chairlift with the ski patrol and never wait in line.
Read Full Guide →Antelope Butte Mountain Resort
Wyoming's comeback story on snow. Antelope Butte is a community-owned nonprofit ski area near Burgess Junction that's been revived by locals who refused to let their mountain die. North-facing aspect holds cold, dry powder exceptionally well. Verify current operating status at antelopebutte.org before visiting.
Read Full Guide →Season at a Glance
| Month | Conditions |
|---|---|
| December | Season opens mid-month at both resorts. Cold, dry powder. Excellent early-season conditions in strong snow years. |
| January | Peak powder month. Full terrain open at both mountains. Cold temps preserve snow quality. Weekdays are uncrowded. |
| February | Consistent snowpack, excellent grooming. Presidents' Week brings slightly more traffic but nothing like Colorado. |
| March | Spring skiing. Warmer temps, longer days, variable snow quality by aspect. Still excellent above 8,500 ft. |
Getting Here from Sheridan
To Meadowlark Ski Resort
~70 miles west of Sheridan via US-16 through the Bighorn National Forest. Approximately 1.5 hours in good conditions. Check wyoroad.info for current road conditions before departing.
To Antelope Butte Mountain Resort
~45 miles west of Sheridan via US-14 toward Burgess Junction. Approximately 1 hour. The road is well-maintained but winter conditions apply — carry chains and check forecasts.
Stay in the Bighorns
Wyo Stays manages cabin rentals in the Bighorn Mountains and Sheridan County — the natural base camp for every Bighorn ski trip. Book Direct — No Channel Fees.
VIEW BIGHORN MOUNTAIN CABINSLicensed Wyoming Vacation Rental Brokerage · wyostays.com · 155 W Brundage St, Sheridan WY 82801
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