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Things to see in Big Sky (United States): 5 places and when to go
Big Sky is a town in United States, and this site lists 5 places in and around it, mainly Nature (3), Mountains (2), Wildlife (1). The best known are Lee Metcalf Wilderness, Blaze Mountain and Gallatin Peak. The best time to come is July to September; also possible: October to June. In June there are 15 h 26 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 34. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 45.2602, -111.3026
- Places
- 5 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (3) · Mountains (2) · Wildlife (1) · Food and drink (1) · Snow (1)
- Best time
- July to September.
- Also possible
- October to June.
- Nearest airport
- SFO San Francisco, 1,256 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Gallatin Peak, at 3,357 m.
What to see in Big Sky
The places in and around Big Sky, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
When to go to Big Sky
The best time to visit Big Sky is July to September; also possible: October to June. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:55
- FebPossible10:10
- MarPossible11:37
- AprPossible13:17
- MayPossible14:41
- JunPossible15:26
- JulBest time15:07
- AugBest time13:55
- SepBest time12:18
- OctPossible10:41
- NovPossible9:16
- DecPossible8:34
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 26 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 34. In July, 4 of the 5 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Big Sky
The nearest main airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO, San Francisco), 1,256 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Bozeman, Montana12 places51 km
- Yellowstone National Park20 places97 km
- Butte, Montana10 places127 km
- Helena, Montana6 places159 km
- Alta7 places167 km
- Moose20 places184 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Big Sky?
The best known: Lee Metcalf Wilderness, Blaze Mountain, Gallatin Peak. In all, 5 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Big Sky?
July to September; also possible: October to June. In June there are 15 h 26 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 34.
How do you get to Big Sky?
The nearest main airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 1,256 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Big Sky as the destination and these 5 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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