Blacktail Mountain Ski Lodging in Somers, MT
Looking for Blacktail Mountain ski lodging that fits the whole crew? The Evergreen is a six-bedroom home in Somers, Montana that sleeps 14+. Blacktail Mountain Ski Area above Lakeside is about 40 minutes away and the town of Whitefish about 30, so you can ski either mountain and come home to a private hot tub, a barrel sauna, a speakeasy and a game room.
Why ski groups base at The Evergreen
Most ski lodging in the Flathead Valley is built for couples: a hotel room in Whitefish, a condo at the base, a cabin with one bathroom. A ski group needs something different. You need bedrooms for everyone, room to dry gear, a kitchen big enough for a pre-dawn breakfast and somewhere to unwind that is not a crowded bar. The Evergreen was set up for exactly that kind of trip.
The house has six bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms with flexible sleeping arrangements, including a bunk room, and it sleeps 14+. After the lifts close, the covered hot tub and barrel sauna sit just off the back deck, with a stone fire pit nearby. Indoors there is a stone-fireplace great room, a second lounge with a fireplace and puzzle table, a private speakeasy with a poker table and a game room with arcade cabinets, a pool table, shuffleboard, foosball and air hockey.
Skiing Blacktail Mountain Ski Area
Blacktail Mountain Ski Area sits in the mountains above Lakeside on the west side of Flathead Lake, about 40 minutes from the house. It is known locally as a relaxed, family-friendly mountain, and on clear days the lake views from the top are a highlight. Because the lodge is at the summit and you ski down to the lifts, it feels different from most resorts.
Opening day, lift hours, ticket prices and snow conditions are set by the ski area every season, so we do not publish them here. Check Blacktail's official site before you book flights, and again the evening before each ski day. Mountain roads in winter can change quickly; Montana's 511 road report is the best place to check the drive.
Skiing Whitefish Mountain Resort
If part of your group wants a bigger mountain, Whitefish Mountain Resort sits above the town of Whitefish, which is about 30 minutes from Somers. Many groups split the trip: a couple of days at Blacktail, a couple at Whitefish, and an evening in downtown Whitefish for dinner. Staying in Somers puts you between both mountains rather than committing to one.
As with Blacktail, the resort publishes its own season dates, lift tickets, passes and parking information. Read our Whitefish Mountain Resort ski trip guide for planning detail, then confirm everything on the resort's official site.
Après-ski without leaving the house
The best part of a ski trip with a big group is the evening. At The Evergreen the evening starts in the hot tub, moves to the barrel sauna, and usually ends at the poker table in the speakeasy or around the pool table in the game room. The kitchen has island seating and a long dining table, so one big dinner is easy, and nobody needs to drive anywhere after a long day on the hill.
For non-skiers and younger kids there is still plenty to do: the puzzle lounge, a kids climbing gym, arcade cabinets and air hockey. Fast WiFi and a desk in one of the bedrooms help anyone who needs to check in with work between ski days.
Getting here in winter
Glacier Park International Airport serves the Flathead Valley; check the airport's site for current routes. Plan on winter driving. A vehicle suited to snow and ice is a good idea, and the driveway fits three vehicles plus a trailer, which helps when a group arrives in several cars. Self check-in starts after 4 p.m., so you can arrive straight from the airport or from a first afternoon on the mountain.
The Evergreen is a neighborhood home, not a party house: no parties or events, and quiet hours after 10 p.m. That suits most ski groups anyway. Early starts come around fast.
Booking a ski trip direct
Ski weeks around the holidays and school breaks are usually the first to go, so settle your dates early and check them on the official Evergreen booking page. You will see the total price and the reservation terms there before you pay. Booking direct means you deal with the hosts rather than a third-party marketplace.
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
- Confirm Blacktail and Whitefish season dates on each resort's official site.
- Buy lift tickets or passes directly from the resort.
- Check Montana 511 the night before each ski day.
- Pack swimwear for the hot tub and sauna.
- Plan one big dinner in and assign drivers for any night out.
- Check dates and book direct on the official Evergreen booking page.
Frequently asked questions
How far is The Evergreen from Blacktail Mountain?
About 40 minutes in normal conditions. Winter road conditions vary, so check Montana 511 and Blacktail's official site before you drive.
Can we ski both Blacktail and Whitefish Mountain Resort from here?
Yes. Somers sits between the two. Blacktail is about 40 minutes away and the town of Whitefish about 30, with the resort above town.
How many skiers can stay at The Evergreen?
The Evergreen sleeps 14+ across six bedrooms with flexible sleeping arrangements, so a full ski group can stay under one roof.
When does the ski season start?
Each resort sets its own opening day. Check Blacktail Mountain and Whitefish Mountain Resort's official sites for current season dates.
