The Fawn Pass Ski Trail is an 11-mile (17.7-km) one-way, more difficult ski trail that provides skiers with wide open views of the Gallatin Range. Mileage from the Fawn Pass trailhead to Bighorn Pass Cutoff is 5 miles (8 km). Starting at the Bighorn Pass trailhead, and taking the Bighorn Pass Cutoff to Fawn Pass is 6 miles (9.7 km). The Fawn Pass trailhead is located 22 miles (35.4 km) north of West Yellowstone along US Highway 191. Avalanche danger is moderate in the last 6 miles (9.7 km) to Fawn Pass. After crossing several fingers of the Gallatin River, the trail gradually ascends 700 feet (213.4 m) in 5 miles (8 km) to the Bighorn Pass Cutoff. The cutoff trail switchbacks downhill approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) to Bighorn Pass Trail. After the junction with the cutoff trail, the Fawn Pass ski trail then climbs for 6 miles (9.7 km) to Fawn Pass. Return the same way.
Notes: Bison and elk frequent this trail. Federal regulations require you to stay at least 100 yards (91 m) away from bears and wolves, and at least 25 yards (23 m) away from bison and all other wild animals. CAUTION: Avalance danger is moderate in the last 6 miles (9.7 km) to Fawn Pass.
Check out the ski trail details and accessibility information at the bottom of this page.
