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Voss Inn is close to the best of the Bozeman area. The Inn is only three blocks from downtown shops, galleries and restaurants, eight blocks from Montana State University and a mile from the Museum of the Rockies. By car, you’re only 15 minutes from excellent Gallatin River fly fishing, 15 miles from Bridger Bowl Ski Resort and eight miles from Bozeman Hot Springs. Also closeby are Big Sky Ski Resort (40 mi), Three Forks and the Headwaters of the Missouri River (45 mi) and Yellowstone National Park (90 mi).

“We were in Bozeman at the end of Autumn. We wanted to go see some of the rivers in the area and also the Bozeman hot springs. I was glad to be in such a well-appointed bed and breakfast, with not only a fireplace in our room but also a claw-footed tub that was perfect for soaking after our fishing adventures!
Katie P.

 

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Bozeman Area Activities

Important Links

Ski Resorts

  • Big Sky Resort: Big Sky boasts the longest vertical drop in the country! A massive resort with excellent skiing-comparable to any of Colorado’s finest resorts! (800) 548- 4486
  • Bohart Ranch Cross-Country Ski Center: Located just 16 miles northeast of Bozeman, the Ranch has 25 km of quality skiing for both recreational and competitive skiers. Tracks are groomed and tracked on nationally and internationally recognized private and Forest Service terrain. Summer activities include walking, running, hiking, biking and horseback riding (BYO bike and horse.) (406) 586-9070
  • Bridger Bowl Ski Resort: Ski the cold smoke! Bridger Bowl is Bozeman’s own local ski resort located only 15 miles northeast of town in the Bridger mountains. A very friendly non-profit resort with wonderful ski conditions for all levels. (800) 223-9609
  • Lone Mountain Ranch: One of the best cross-country ski resorts in the country. The Ranch is also one of Montana’s summer destination treasures. There are plenty of activities for young and old as well as a first rate gourmet restaurant. (800) 514-4644

Museums

  • American Computer Museum: See thousands of historic artifacts revealing the evolution of communication, from ancient cave paintings to the world of home/office technology. (406) 587-7545
  • Emerson Center for Arts & Culture: Focal point for artistic and cultural activity in south central Montana. Housed in a historic downtown school, the Emerson hosts many popular events, a wide variety of art classes, programs and entertainment. (406) 587-9797
  • Gallatin Pioneer Museum: Housed in the county’s old jail, the Pioneer Museum offers a glimpse into the past and how it used to be in Bozeman. (406) 522-8122
  • Museum of the Rockies: Montana’s premier natural and cultural history museum and home of the Taylor Planetarium. In addition to permanent exhibits on the geology, paleontology, ethnology and history of the region, the Museum offers an ever-changing series of exhibits. During the summer, a living history farm shows visitors what life was like on a Montana homestead a century ago. (406) 994-2251
  • Beal Park Art Center: Features community art shows, workshops and classes in painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, ceramics, theater and creative writing. (406) 586-3970

Recreation Areas

Rafting and Canoeing

  • Montana Whitewater: Offering full-day, half-day, dinner trips, horse/raft packages and kayak and canoe instructions. (800) 799-4465

Fishing

  • Bozeman Angler: Bringing you the best in fly fishing equipment, guide service, instruction and friendly, honest information. Contact Rod & Pam King. (406) 587-9111
  • Montana Troutfitters: Bozeman’s oldest fly shop, serving Southwestern Montana anglers for 25 years, offers a complete line of fly fishing tackle and a full fly fishing guide service. Classes and seminars are offered for all levels of fly tying. Contact Josh Stanish. (406) 586-1153
  • River’s Edge: Located in the heart of Montana’s blue ribbon trout streams, the Madison, Gallatin, Yellowstone and Missouri are within a 30 minute drive and Yellowstone National park is just over a half an hour. The River’s Edge store carries the finest brand name equipment and it’s supply of outdoor clothing and accessories is second to none.  (406) 586-5373
  • Greater Yellowstone Flyfishers: Fish the world’s finest trout streams. Experienced guides emphasis the entire experience: scenery, wildlife, new techniques. Relaxation and education are just as important as catching fish! (406) 585-532

Wildlife Photo Safaris

  • Yellowstone Glacier Adventure: Wildlife safaris in Yellowstone National Park and the Rocky Mountains. 406-585-9041
  • Yellowstone Llamas: Yellowstone Llamas offers multi-day guided hiking trips throughout Yellowstone National Park. Their gentle, well-trained llamas carry your gear while you enjoy Yellowstone’s wild backcountry without the burden of heavy packs. Stay in beautiful campsites and enjoy the countryside, exciting wildlife and your llama companions. Various trail options available. Contact Susi & Ken Sinay. 406-586-1155
  • Yellowstone Safari Company: Join a wildlife biologist for safari-style expeditions throughout Montana, Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park. Year-round guided activities include wildlife observation and photography, snow-shoe and cross country skiing, hiking and backpacking, horseback riding and pack trips and Lewis & Clark river trips. (406) 586-1155

Montana Tour Guides

  • Great Divide Wildlands Institute: See the best of Lewis & Clark country with customized tours to Beaverhead Rock, Camp Fortunate, Sacagawea Monument and more. Contact Dan Pence. (406) 683-4669
  • Mountainfit: James Healy (800) 926-5700
  • Off the Beaten Path: Offers distinctive outdoor journeys throughout the Rocky Mountains and many other locations, providing the best of family travel, wildlife viewing, hiking, guest ranch stays and western discovery. They partner with local guides, find unique lodges and access lesser known destinations. First class travel planners. (800) 445-2995