Danny & Allie
Things To Do
Bozeman Hot Springs
Located southwest of the city with easy access to Gallatin Canyon, Bozeman Hot Springs is a public resort offering a full fitness facility, ambient atmospheres, and 12 different pools to soak in. Family friendly and perfect for large group events, Bozeman Hot Springs has a long history in providing a therapeutic retreat for anyone passing through. Bozeman Hot Springs is also well known for hosting a wide variety of events, including live music, group fitness classes, and community driven charity drives. For the ultimate hot springs experience, as well as quick access to the surrounding adventurous environments, Bozeman Hot Springs also maintains a campground within its facilities, adding an overnight option to your soaking experience
Virginia City
Allie loves visiting Virginia City for the Western Family photos!:) Virginia City offers modern amenities in an old west atmosphere. Dine in the Star Bakery or enjoy a brew at the Bale of Hay Saloon. Visit some of the 150 National Historic Landmarks contained within Virginia City and nearby Nevada City, ride the Alder Gulch Short Line to watch the living history reenactments in Nevada City. A stop at the old-fashioned candy store will haunt your taste buds as thoroughly as history haunts the town. After a long but wonderful day of exploring Virginia City's rich history, relax at a performance of the Virginia City Players, or enjoy libations and the Brewery Follies at Montana's first brewery the H.S. Gilbert Brewery.
Main Street, Downtown Bozeman
With plenty of shops, boutiques, eateries, and art to explore, the downtown Main Street exemplifies a distinct part of the Bozeman culture today. Among the many recommended places to eat in Bozeman, the Nova Cafe serves up some of the best breakfasts in town, and the Mackenzie River Pizza Company provides specialty pizzas that warrant a visit or two. For unique, local specialty shops on Main Street, places like The Last Wind-Up offer new and vintage timepieces, and the Montana Honey Bee Company provides locally sourced sweetness and beekeeping supplies. Whatever fancies your interest on Main Street, half the fun is exploring the sidewalk intermingled with students, visitors, and community members, and feeling for yourself the urban rhythm of Bozeman.
College "M" Hiking Trail
In Bozeman, it's hard to miss the collegiate "M" posted high onto the ridgeline of Bridger Canyon. This 250-foot white-rock letter was built piece by piece by students of Montana State University in 1915, and has long since served as a pride point for the University and a symbol for the city. This decorative door hanger at the mouth of Bridger Canyon is more than just aesthetically pleasing though, and two short hiking trails encourage visitors to hike up and enjoy the view. You can access the "M" and adjoining sitting benches by either heading straight up the half-mile Bridger Ridge Trail, or by taking a more moderate grade along the beginning of the Bridger Foothills National Scenic Trail. Location: Bridger Canyon Road, Bozeman, Montana
Custer Gallatin National Forest
The seven different ranger districts of the Custer Gallatin National Forest surround the city of Bozeman, and provide over three million acres of forest to explore throughout the year. Whether it's backpacking, fly-fishing, day hiking, ski touring, or simply enjoying a scenic drive, Custer Gallatin National Forest helps define the vibe of Bozeman, adding luscious scenery to the city and an adventurous mantra for the community. Remote areas within Custer Gallatin, like the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness, are a favorite to explore, and Big Sky Resort receives attention throughout the year. For a quintessential hike close to Bozeman, Storm Castle Peak delivers on the views, and Palisades Falls Picnic Area is great for a day trip. Custer Gallatin National Forest also connects easily with another national treasure, Yellowstone National Park, whose North Entrance and Roosevelt Arch are just over an hour's drive south from Bozeman.
Museum of the Rockies
Best known for their extensive collection of dinosaur fossils, the Museum of the Rockies (MOR) unearths a wide range of scientific insight on the Rocky Mountain region. Affiliated with both Montana State University and the Smithsonian Institute, some of the permanent exhibits at this attraction include the Siebel Dinosaur Complex, the Paugh History Hall and the Martin Children's Discovery Center. You can see one of the most complete Tyrannosaurus rex skeletons ever recovered, glimpse the native cultures of the region, and discover science with a hands-on experience. Also offering teen summer camps, adult lecture series, and planetarium shows at the Taylor Planetarium, the MOR prides itself in providing more for the community.
