Maverick Mountain Survives Fire | Butte News

Butte News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 15, 2026 · 1m

Maverick Mountain in Polaris, Montana, took a brutal hit from the Sand Creek Fire, with flames crossing into the ski area overnight—forcing the shutdown of their only chairlift for the entire season. But there’s hope: base buildings and equipment survived, and the crew is rallying behind firefighters and the community. This isn’t just a ski resort—it’s a gathering place for families and visitors, and they’re committed to supporting passholders through the recovery. While damage assessments are still underway, plans for rebuilding are already in motion, with a potential new look for the…