Blacktail Mountain Ski Area Guide
Blacktail Mountain Ski Area sits in the mountains above Lakeside, on the west shore of Flathead Lake, and it is a favorite day mountain for guests at The Evergreen in Somers. This guide keeps the planning simple: check the live webcam and snow report on the mountain's official pages, ski your day, then come back to a six-bedroom home that sleeps up to 10 with a hot tub, a barrel sauna, a speakeasy and a game room.
Blacktail Mountain webcam
Before anyone in your group commits to a ski day, look at the mountain with your own eyes. Blacktail Mountain's official webcam shows current conditions on the hill, and it is the fastest way to settle the morning debate about whether to go. We do not copy or summarize webcam images here, because they change by the minute — the live feed is the only version worth trusting.
Make the webcam part of the morning routine at the house: coffee in the kitchen, a look at the feed, then a decision. If the top is socked in, the group can pivot to a sauna morning and a town afternoon without anyone feeling like the day was wasted.
Blacktail Mountain snow report
The official Blacktail Mountain snow report is where the mountain posts its own numbers: new snow, base depth, open lifts and runs. Conditions move fast in northwest Montana, so we link the report rather than repeat figures that would be stale by the time you read them.
Check the snow report the evening before and again in the morning, and pair it with Montana's 511 road report for the drive. Winter roads around Flathead Lake can change quickly, and the official sources are the ones your group should trust.
Blacktail Mountain ski area and resort
Blacktail is known locally as a relaxed, family-friendly mountain, and its layout is unusual: the lodge sits at the summit, so you start at the top and ski down to the lifts. On clear days the views over Flathead Lake from the upper runs are the kind people remember long after the trip.
Season dates, lift tickets, passes, lessons and rentals are all set by the ski area and change from season to season, so we do not publish them here. The mountain's official site has the current details, and it should be your last check before you book flights or load the car.
If part of your group wants a second mountain, Whitefish Mountain Resort above the town of Whitefish is also within reach from Somers, and many groups split a week between the two. Staying in Somers puts you between both mountains, so nobody has to commit to just one before the trip even starts.
Where to stay for a Blacktail trip
Most lodging near the ski areas is built for couples: a hotel room, a small condo, a cabin with one bathroom. A ski group needs bedrooms for everyone, a kitchen that can handle a pre-dawn breakfast, room to dry gear and somewhere to spend the evening that is not a crowded bar.
The Evergreen is a six-bedroom home in Somers with 10 beds and 3.5 bathrooms, and it sleeps up to 10. After the lifts close, the covered hot tub and barrel sauna are waiting on the back deck, and the evening usually ends at the poker table in the speakeasy or around the pool table in the game room. The house is a neighborhood home, not an event venue: no parties or events, and quiet hours after 10 p.m.
Official sources
Links verified Oct 27 2026. Mountain conditions, lift status, season dates and road reports change constantly, so always confirm on the official site before you go.
The Evergreen has no private, deeded, direct or property-specific lake access. Flathead Lake is reached the same way everyone else does — nearby public beaches, public boat ramps, marinas and parks. No boat, dock or slip is included with the stay.
Plan your stay
- Check the official Blacktail webcam and snow report before each ski day.
- Confirm season dates and lift tickets on the mountain's official site.
- Check Montana 511 for winter road conditions.
- Pack swimwear for the hot tub and barrel sauna.
- Assign bedrooms for up to 10 guests before you arrive.
- Check dates and book direct on the official Evergreen booking page.
Getting around: drive times vary with season and road conditions. Google Maps directions to public Flathead Lake access.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I see the Blacktail Mountain webcam?
On the mountain's official site. We link the live webcam feed from this page rather than copying images, because conditions change by the minute and the official feed is the only current view.
Where is the official Blacktail Mountain snow report?
Blacktail posts its own snow report on its official site with new snow, base depth and open lifts and runs. Check it the evening before and the morning of each ski day.
Is Blacktail Mountain good for a group ski trip?
Yes. It is known as a relaxed, family-friendly mountain with lake views from the top. Groups staying at The Evergreen often split the week between Blacktail and Whitefish Mountain Resort.
How many skiers can stay at The Evergreen?
The Evergreen sleeps up to 10 across six bedrooms with 10 beds and 3.5 bathrooms, so a full ski group can stay under one roof in Somers.
Can we book The Evergreen direct for a ski trip?
Booking on our official booking site gets you 5% off automatically, with no code needed. The discount applies only to bookings made on the official booking site. You also deal with the house team directly and see your full total, including taxes and fees, before you pay. Promo codes can't be combined with the 5% direct discount.
