What Showdown Montana does

Showdown Montana is a privately-held, community-scale alpine ski area headquartered at 2850 US HWY 89 in Neihart, Montana, operating on U.S. Forest Service land under a foundational federal land partnership. The resort runs 4 lifts (including a triple chair and double chairs) and a beginner conveyor, with up to 1,400 feet of vertical drop, an average of roughly 20 feet of annual snowfall, and four on-mountain food and beverage outlets. It is positioned as Montana's oldest ski area and the state's only woman-owned ski area, led by President Katie Boedecker and Vice President Avery Patrick, and serves individual skiers and families, K-12 school groups, military personnel, and corporate and event clients. The resort reports 51-100 employees and is operationally seasonal (closed for the 2025-26 winter while still selling 2026-27 passes).

The company's product portfolio is centered on winter recreation and spans nine revenue streams: tiered Season Passes (Adult, Junior, Kids, Military, College, Senior), daily Lift Tickets, transferable Showup Cards, equipment Rentals, a Snow School (Daily Lessons, Multi-Week Youth Programs, Holiday Kids' Camp, Take 3 Sundays Free), and Adaptive Skiing delivered with Eagle Mount. Supporting revenue comes from on-mountain F&B (King's Hill Grille, T-Bar Coffee Bar, Hole-in-the-Wall Saloon, Top Rock Cafe), the Swag Shop and Skier's Edge Pro Shop, group and corporate products (Private Mountain Rental, Weddings & Conferences, Business Memberships, Groups), lockers, and the free Paul Hill Memorial Program providing complimentary passes to White Sulphur Springs Public Schools. The Edith Hotel, an 18-room boutique property in White Sulphur Springs operating on Cloudbeds, functions as a hospitality sub-brand extending the company beyond lift-served terrain.

The technology stack is intentionally lightweight and consumer-facing: the Aluvii platform powers online and on-mountain point-of-sale for passes, tickets, Showup Cards, and programs; Cloudbeds handles hotel reservations; and Squarespace hosts the marketing site. There is no proprietary software, no API exposure, and no disclosed AI/ML capability. The go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via the website, email newsletter, organic social, and on-site ticket offices, supplemented by community-led growth through school PE programs, school clubs, and youth ski leagues that feed the family-pipeline. Pricing is tiered with seasonal escalation and installment payment plans during the Fall Sale window, anchoring affordability and early cash collection.

Name

Showdown Montana

Legal name

Showdown Montana

Website

https://showdownmontana.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Showdown Montana is a privately-held, community-scale ski resort in Neihart, Montana, operating Montana's oldest ski area on U.S. Forest Service land with 4 lifts, snow school, F&B outlets, and an 18-room hotel, serving families, K-12 students, military, and corporate groups.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ski Resort Operations

NAICS

Skiing Facilities (71392)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Integrated Ski & Mountain Resorts (Lift-Served Skiing/Riding) (THAAAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Snow & Mountain Unique Stays (Chalets, Ski Cabins) (THAMADAL)

Keywords

• Ski resort operations
• Winter recreation services
• Alpine skiing destination
• Ski school instruction
• Mountain hospitality services

Headquarters

HQ city

Neihart

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Season Passes: Annual and seasonal ski passes sold at tiered pricing based on purchase timing. Passes available for Adults, Juniors, Kids, Military, College, and Seniors.
2. Lift Tickets: Daily lift ticket sales for skiers and snowboarders, including special pricing for 4th and 5th graders ($10 pass).
3. Equipment Rentals: Rental shop offering skis, snowboards, and boots for guests who do not have their own equipment.
4. Ski School & Lessons: Daily lessons, multi-week youth programs, Holiday Kids' Camp, and the Take 3 Sundays Free program for first-time skiers/riders.
5. Food & Beverage: King's Hill Grille, T-Bar Coffee Bar, Hole-in-the-Wall Saloon, and Top Rock Cafe provide food service across the mountain.
6. The Edith Hotel: On-site hotel accommodation in White Sulphur Springs, MT, offering rooms with military discounts and direct booking.
7. Showup Cards: Punch cards loaded with three transferable lift tickets, offering flexible savings for families and groups.
8. Merchandise: Showdown Swag Shop selling branded merchandise including fanny packs, ski socks, hoodies, t-shirts, hats, beanies, and duffle bags.
9. Private Mountain Rental: Corporate events, weddings, and private mountain rentals for group bookings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Showdown Montana operates a four-season alpine ski resort on U.S. Forest Service land in Neihart, Montana, selling seasonal lift access (tiered season passes and daily lift tickets), ski and snowboard instruction through a Snow School, equipment rentals, on-mountain food and beverage, lodging at The Edith Hotel, and private event hosting. Pricing follows a tiered seasonal schedule with early-bird discounts, military pricing, and youth-access programs.

Product overview

Showdown Montana operates as a ski resort with a diversified portfolio of products and services centered around winter recreation. The core offerings include seasonal lift access through various Season Pass tiers (Adults, Juniors, Kids, Military, College, Seniors), Daily Lift Tickets, and Showup Cards (3-ticket punch cards). The Snow School division provides instruction through Daily Lessons, Multi-Week Youth Programs (Youth Ski League, Showdown Shredders, Team Extreme), Holiday Kids' Camp, Take 3 Sundays Free beginner package, and Adaptive Skiing in partnership with Eaglemount. Group programs include PE Program, School Clubs, and Private Mountain Rental. The company also operates The Edith Hotel as a hospitality sub-brand, and on-mountain amenities including King's Hill Grille, T-Bar Coffee Bar, Hole-in-the-Wall Saloon, Top Rock Cafe, Swag Shop, and Skier's Edge Pro Shop. Supporting services include Rental Shop, Payment Plans, Lockers, Business Memberships, and the Paul Hill Memorial Program.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Season Passes Tiered annual ski passes for Adults, Juniors, Kids, Military, College, and Seniors, with pricing following a seasonal schedule (Super Duper through Full Price) and three-installment payment plans available during Fall Sale.
• Showup Cards Punch card loaded with three transferable lift tickets usable by one person or shared with friends and family; pricing tiers from $160 (June) to $190 (September onward) for the 2026-27 season.
• Lift Tickets Daily lift tickets providing skiing and snowboarding access to the mountain's lift system, available on-mountain and via online store.
• Rental Shop Equipment rental services for skis, snowboards, and boots with fitting services and rental shop technician support.
• Daily Lessons Individual ski and snowboard instruction available for all skill levels and ages.
• Multi-Week Youth Programs Eight-week structured youth ski and snowboard programs including Youth Ski League, Showdown Shredders, and Team Extreme.
• Take 3, Sundays Free Beginner package for first-time skiers (age 7+) and riders (age 11+) including three lessons, rentals, and lift tickets, with a complimentary Sunday season pass upon completion; priced at $150 pre-season and $200 after opening day.
• Holiday Kids' Camp Three-day intensive ski and snowboard lessons for children held December 28-30; for skiers ages 5-13 and snowboarders ages 8-13 across all ability levels.
• 4th & 5th Grader $10 Pass Discounted $10 season pass program for 4th and 5th grade students to encourage youth access to skiing.
• PE Program Physical education ski and snowboard program for school groups, providing lessons with included lift tickets and rental equipment; serves thousands of students annually.
• School Clubs Organized ski and ride programs for school clubs with discounted group rates.
• Private Mountain Rental Exclusive access rental of the entire mountain for private events, team building, or group outings.
• Paul Hill Memorial Program Program providing complimentary season passes to all students, teachers, and support staff from White Sulphur Springs Public Schools (grades K-12) in memory of Paul Hill.
• The Edith Hotel Historic 18-room boutique hotel property in White Sulphur Springs, MT offering accommodations with on-site dining, mountain views, and military discounts.
• King's Hill Grille On-mountain restaurant serving breakfast until 10:30am and lunch from 11am-4pm, including hot food, beverages, tacos, and cheese fries.
• T-Bar Coffee Bar Coffee bar serving espresso, lattes, mochas, hot cocoa, and other beverages; also handles lift ticket sales and season pass printing.
• Hole-in-the-Wall Saloon On-mountain bar featuring domestic and microbrewery beers, wine, and mixed drinks including Bloody Marys and Caesars, with live music on weekends.
• Top Rock Cafe Warming hut at the mountain summit with views, serving beverages and snacks on select Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
• Swag Shop Retail store selling Showdown Montana branded merchandise including fanny packs, ski socks, hoodies, t-shirts, hats, beanies, and duffle bags.
• Skier's Edge Pro Shop Equipment and accessory shop for ski and snowboard gear, tuning services, and accessories.
• Groups Group discounts and customized packages for organizations, corporate events, and large parties.
• Business Memberships Corporate membership program offering added benefits for business partners and their employees.
• Weddings & Conferences Event hosting services for weddings, conferences, and special occasions at the mountain.

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered foundational and core.

• U.S. Forest ServicefoundationalOthersPartnership with U.S. Forest Service for use of federal forest lands on which the ski area operates. Showdown Montana is located on U.S. Forest Service property.
• Eagle MountcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Eagle Mount to provide adaptive skiing programs for individuals with disabilities, offering specialized instruction and support.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Big Sky Resort: Largest Montana destination ski resort with massive vertical, multiple lodging properties, and full-service mountain operations, representing the upper-end incumbent whose scale and amenities dwarf Showdown's regional offering.

Others

• Eagle Mount: Montana-based adaptive recreation nonprofit that partners with Showdown to deliver adaptive skiing programs; relevant as an ecosystem peer given the direct operational and programmatic relationship, rather than as a direct competitor.

Direct peers

• Montana Snowbowl: Independent ski area near Missoula, MT offering lift-served skiing with similar lift count and terrain range, serving regional Montana skiers with a comparable pricing and seasonal-pass model.
• Maverick Mountain: Small Montana ski hill focused on local and family skiing with similar lift infrastructure and lift ticket/season pass monetization, comparable in scale and target customer.
• Red Lodge Mountain: Independently operated Montana ski resort with lift-served terrain, ski school, rentals, and lodging partnerships, similar in size and structure to Showdown and competing for the same regional Montana skier market.
• Discovery Basin: Small, family-owned Montana ski area with lift-served terrain and a season-pass-driven model, closely comparable to Showdown in scale, ownership profile, and regional Montana positioning.
• Blacktail Mountain: Small Montana independent ski area with lift-served skiing and similar community-driven, family-friendly positioning, comparable in size and capital intensity to Showdown Montana.
• Bridger Bowl: Community-focused ski area near Bozeman, MT operating lift-served skiing on a similar scale with a strong local/regional guest base and youth program emphasis, making it a direct comparable to Showdown Montana in size, business model, and regional market.
• Lost Trail Powder Mountain: Family-operated Montana-Idaho border ski area emphasizing affordable skiing and natural snowfall, directly comparable to Showdown's value-oriented, community-focused model.

Regional players

• Whitefish Mountain Resort: Mid-sized Montana destination ski resort operating in the same state with a broader lift system, lodging, and full-service amenities, serving as a regional competitor that draws some of the same regional Montana visitors Showdown targets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/showdownmontana
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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/showdown-montana

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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