Getting a handle on the outdoor recreation in Bozeman, MT where to go and what to do in our corner of Montana can be overwhelming. But you’re in luck, because we live and play here.

Looking to fly fish? No problem. Or maybe you’d like to choose a nearby peak to tackle? The mountain biking here is great, too. Oh, you’d rather tool around on the in-town trails to start?

It’s like that—a conversation we’re looking forward to having with you to pinpoint where your interests intersect with all that this Northern Rockies playground has to offer. Here are a few ideas to get you started.

Yellowstone National Park Tours

Yellowstone Safari Company
Offering family-friendly, guided safaris in Yellowstone National Park all year long. Choose from half-day, full-day, and multi-day adventures.

Zephyr Adventures
Family-friendly, private guided tours of Yellowstone National Park and beyond.

 

Hikes & Trails

The “M”
A popular local hiking destination

Fairy Lake
Located 20 miles north of Bozeman on Highway 86.

Lava Lake Trail
Follows Cascade Creek through a thick evergreen forest.

Drinking Horse
A moderate and dog friendly 2.1 mile loop trail.

Peets Hill / Burke Park
A scenic crushed gravel trail heading South from Lindley Park.

Gallagator Linear Trail
A popular family bike and running trail that runs diagonally for more than 1.5 miles.

Bike Rentals

Chalet Sports
Bikes, skis, clothing and more.

Bangtail Bikes & XC Skis
Bikes for all terrains, bike accessories, and skis.

Owenhouse Cycling
A local bicycle repair and rental shop.

Fly Fishing

Montana Angling Company
The Montana Angling Company is based in Bozeman, MT and offers guided fly-fishing trips on Montana’s finest rivers with our Montana fly fishing guides.

Montana Troutfitters
Montana fly fishing reports, guides and gear.

The Rivers Edge
A full-service fly fishing shop.

Montana Angler Fly Fishing
Great guides and Montana’s largest selection of fly fishing packages.

Skiing, Boarding, & Snowmobiling

Bridger Bowl
Ski the cold smoke and experience 60 years of grassroots community skiing.

Big Sky Resort
The biggest skiing in America.

Big Sky Backcountry Guides
A premier ski guide service and backcountry resource. From day tours in the wild and snowy peaks of Yellowstone Park to overnight hut trips deep in the Montana backcountry, Big Sky Backcountry Guides is your ultimate backcountry ski and split-board connection.

Montana Alpine Guides
Offering guided alpine adventures in the Bozeman area, including backcountry skiing,  avalanche education courses, guided peak skiing, and overnight trips. Options are available for everyone from the complete beginner to advanced.

Big Boy Toys – Snowmobile Rentals
Bozeman’s snowmobile headquarters, with a wide selection of models ranging from touring to mountain climbing.

On The Water

Montana Whitewater Rafting Company
Montana Whitewater specializes in whitewater rafting, zipline, fishing and tubing trips great for families, first-timers, and thrill-seekers.

Big Boys Toys – Paddle Boards, Kayaks, Tubes, & Jet Skis
Offering a variety of rentals that can get you out on the water.

Madison River Tubing
Your one stop shop for tubing trips the whole family can enjoy.

Fitness & Wellness

Ekam Yoga
Located on Main Street in downtown Bozeman, Ekam offers a variety of classes (from quick to slow, from quiet and contemplative to high-energy and loud), and all bodies, all abilities, and all backgrounds are welcome.

Bozeman Aerial Fitness
Experience a fusion of traditional poses of yoga combined with aerial arts, which offers restoration, flexibility and balance along with strength and flow.

Pure Barre Bozeman
Pure Barre Bozeman provides a total-body workout that transforms you physically and mentally. The musically-driven group classes focus on low-impact, high-intensity movements that strengthen and tone your body.

The Loft Spa
Experience simple beauty and pure wellness on Main Street in downtown Bozeman. At The Loft you’ll find massage, acupuncture, facials, LED therapy, cupping therapy and more.

The Ridge Athletic Club
All guests of The LARK receive complimentary access to the Ridge Athletic Club’s downtown gym.

Golf

Bridger Creek Golf Course
Located at the base of the Bridger Mountains, only ten minutes from historic downtown Bozeman, Bridger Creek Golf Course is one of Montana’s most scenic and challenging golf courses. Bridger Creek caters to golfers of all abilities and is affordable.

Cottonwood Hills Golf Course
Located just west of Four Courners, Cottonwood Hills has 27 immaculately maintained holes, and options for every type of golfer from beginner to pro.

 

Not finding what you’re after? Check out what our friends at the Downtown Bozeman Association recommend — another great resource for the best of Bozeman! Or, check in with your front lobby guides for additional suggestions.