Even Montana life gets hectic on occasion, and sometimes a relaxing retreat is in order. Whether you’re into tent camping or luxurious lodges, you’ll have plenty of options — but if the latter sounds more appealing, we highly recommend heading to Rainbow Ranch Lodge in Big Sky, which is a little piece of paradise.

Rainbow Ranch Lodge is located on Gallatin Road in Big Sky, surrounded by the beauty of the Rocky Mountains.

management / TripAdvisor The property manages to perfectly combine the rugged beauty of nature with modern luxury.

The rooms here are spacious but cozy, with all the comforts of home.

Imat / TripAdvisor The riverside and pondside rooms are both fantastic, featuring handcrafted lodgepole queen beds with plush down comforters and satellite TVs.

The jacuzzi is enormous, and it’s open all year.

Rainbow Ranch Lodge & Restaurant Facebook There’s nothing like an evening fireside soak when there’s snow on the ground.

The lodge sits right on the Gallatin River.

Rainbow Ranch Lodge & Restaurant Facebook In addition to it being totally relaxing, this is a great place to go fly fishing. The lodge also hosts other seasonal activities, like hiking and yoga.

When you visit the Rainbow Ranch Lodge, you won’t have to leave the property when you get hungry.

management / TripAdvisor The onsite restaurant serves a daily continental breakfast and dinner daily.

The cuisine here is all Montana inspired and mostly local.

Rainbow Ranch Lodge The lounge has a great daily happy hour from 4-6 with barrel-aged cocktails and snacks.

The property is so beautiful, many Montanans choose to have their private events and weddings here.

Rainbow Ranch Lodge & Restaurant Facebook Rainbow Ranch Lodge offers customized wedding packages that include complimentary stays for the happy couple.

But whether you’re tying the knot or not, the Rainbow Ranch Lodge is the perfect getaway.

Rainbow Ranch Lodge & Restaurant Facebook You can make reservations on the website or by calling 406-995-4132.

 

management / TripAdvisor

The property manages to perfectly combine the rugged beauty of nature with modern luxury.

Imat / TripAdvisor

The riverside and pondside rooms are both fantastic, featuring handcrafted lodgepole queen beds with plush down comforters and satellite TVs.

Rainbow Ranch Lodge & Restaurant Facebook

There’s nothing like an evening fireside soak when there’s snow on the ground.

In addition to it being totally relaxing, this is a great place to go fly fishing. The lodge also hosts other seasonal activities, like hiking and yoga.

The onsite restaurant serves a daily continental breakfast and dinner daily.

Rainbow Ranch Lodge

The lounge has a great daily happy hour from 4-6 with barrel-aged cocktails and snacks.

Rainbow Ranch Lodge offers customized wedding packages that include complimentary stays for the happy couple.

You can make reservations on the website or by calling 406-995-4132.

The Rainbow Ranch Lodge is a fantastic place to enjoy a vacation. Here are some other unique places to stay in the Treasure State.

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