It comes with no surprise that Montana was ranked second in the country for outdoor recreation in 2017. Outdoor recreation added $2.4 billion to Montana's Gross Domestic Product, only 13% less than construction! With that being said, we've compiled a handful of amazing camping opportunities in the Gallatin National Forest for you to check out! Whether you are looking for a day trip or a weekend adventure, you won't be disappointed with the fresh air and beautiful scenery!

*Photo taken at Hebgen Lake

• Bozeman District (Bozeman, MT)
  Battle Ridge Campground
  Reservations: No     Campsites: 13
  Chisholm Campground 
  Reservations: Yes    Campsites: 10
  Fairy Lake Campground 
  Reservations: No     Campsites: 9
  Greek Creek Campground 
  Reservations: Yes  

 Just in time for Memorial Weekend! Get out and enjoy some of the beautiful scenery Bozeman and Montana has to offer!

Photo taken at Middle Cottonwood Trail July 2019 

Baldy Peak Summit 
Distance: 9.6 miles, out and back 
Skill Level: difficult
Features: mountain biking, backpacking

Bear Canyon Trail
Distance: 8.1 miles, out and back
Skill Level: moderate
Features: creek/river, lake, mountain biking 

Drinking Horse
Distance: 2.2 miles, out and back
Skill Level: easy to moderate 

Emerald Lake
Distance: 10 miles or 11 miles to Heather Lake, out and back
Skill Level: easy to moderate
Features: creek, lake, fishing, mountain biking, camping

Fairy Lake
Distance: 1.2 mile loop
Skill Level: easy
Features: lake, creek, fishing, camping

Garnet Mountain

 Do you enjoy mountain biking? We do!
Check out these 10 awesome mountain biking trails close to Bozeman.

Bangtail Mountains
Grassy Mountain: 16 miles, round trip
Bangtail Divide: 22.3 miles, point to point

Big Sky Area
Garnet Mountain: 11.6 miles out and back
Lone Mountain, Big Sky Resort: multiple trails of varied length

Hyalite Canyon
Emerald Lake: 9.4 miles, out and back
Hood Creek: 6.6 miles, round trip

South Cottonwood Canyon
South Cottonwood Creek: 5 miles, out and back
South Cottonwood Creek to Blackmore Peak: 8.3 miles, point to point

Sourdough Canyon
Bozeman Creek to Mystic Lake: 19.9 miles, out and back

Three Forks
Copper City Trails: multiple trails of varied length.

Learn more about these trails, HERE.

Are you looking for some ideas on what to do with your friends or special someone for St. Patrick’s Day?

Are you are runner?  How about checking out Run to the Pub...Ready Set...Run, Drink, Be Merry event.

Do you like Pubs?  How about checking out one of these Pubs:

Bridger Brewing Company

Map Brewing Company 

Outlaw Brewing Company

Looking for a corned beef and cabbage meal with a twist?  How about checking out:

JAM!

or for the more traditional meal...how about checking out:

The Club Tavern and Grill

Wherever you choose to spend St. Patrick's Day, ENJOY and BE SAFE!

Photo: Lava Lake, Gallatin National Forest

Tuesday, March 3rd: Rally to Fund LWCF at Cherry River Fishing Access from 12 - 1 pm. Join Montana Wilderness Association and show your support for our public lands. 

Thursday, March 5th: Gym Days: Bozeman hosted by Thrive at the Wilson Gym. Between 10 - 11 am join other parents and toddlers in this weekly socializing event. Tricycles, bouncy balls, and tons of space to run around. 

Thursday, March 5th: Summer Camp & Activities Roundup 2020. Stop by the Gallatin Valley Mall between 4 - 7 pm to attend the Montana Parent Summer Camp and Activities Roundup. A collaboration of over 50 camp and activity vendors! Stay planning your kids summer activities now. 

Saturday, March 7th: Spring Container Gardening

Looking for some fun and exciting activities to do with kids this winter? You've come to the right place! Read the blog below for an extensive list of kid friendly winter activities in and around Bozeman, MT.

*Activities listed below are suitable for different ages ranging from toddlers to teens.

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Sledding - Let your kids run wild and feel a rush of adrenaline by sledding down The Hill at Gallatin County Regional Park, Peet's Hill in Burke Park, or in Hyalite Canyon.

Winter Walking - Grab the whole family and enjoy fresh air and soak in the beautiful scenery which surrounds us. Some of our favorite locations are; Cherry River Pond, East Gallatin Recreation Area, Snowfill Recreation Area, Sourdough Creek Nature Trail,

Photo: Gallatin Gateway, MT

Tuesday, February 25th: Great Northern Metal Co. Ribbon Cutting. Join the Chamber of Commerce between 4:30 - 5:30 pm in welcoming the Great Northern Metal Co. to Bozeman.

Tuesday, February 25th: Beer Maven | Beer Education Series for Women. Hosted by Fermentana and SHINE Beer Sanctuary this event will run between 6 - 9 pm. Montana's first female only beer event series helping support HAVEN, a Bozeman nonprofit.

Thursday, February 27th - Sunday, March 1st: Bozeman Splitfest 2020 at MAP Brewing. The 4th Annual Bozeman Splitfest featuring a splitboarding demonstration, raffle, and of course beer!

Saturday, February 29th - Sunday, March 1st: Spring Home and Garden Show. Starting Saturday between 10 am - 5 pm and

Photo taken at South Cottonwood Trail, Bozeman

Monday, February 17th: Pints with Purpose for Child Care Connections at Bridger Brewing. Head to Bridger Brewing between 5 - 8 pm and help support quality child care across Montana! 

Monday, February 17th: Pint Night with the Bozeman Symphony. Hosted by the Bozeman Symphony Orchestra & Symphonic Choir, this event takes place between 4 - 8 pm at Mountains Walking Brewery. Every beer purchase leads to a donation to the Bozeman Symphony.  

Monday, February 17th: Pure Barre Pop Up at Outlaw Brewing. Head upstairs at Outlaw Brewing for an evening of Barre and discounted beer. Proceeds from this event will be donated to WIRES Australian Wildlife Rescue Organization to help the animals affected by the

Photo taken in Whitefish, MT

Tuesday, February 11th: Tea & Games Night at Townshend’s Teahouse from 7 - 10 pm. Mingle with new friends while sipping delicious teas and playing games. 

Wednesday, February 12th: Gallatin Valley Pheasants Forever Pint Night at Nordic Brew Works. Between 6 - 9 pm, head to Nordic Brew for snacks, tasty brew, and a raffle benefiting GVPF, a non-profit dedicated to the protection and enhancement of pheasants. 

Wednesday, February 12th: Wednesday Night Runs with Bozeman Running Company. This weekly event lasts for 5 weeks with 5 different routes all leading to a different pub. This week's run will lead you to the Shine Beer Sanctuary.  

Thursday, February 13th: Trail Mix sponsored by the Gallatin Valley Land

What do you have lined up to occupy your kids this summer? Don't panic - you have plenty of time to line out summer camp options. Registration for summer camps may already be open or will be opening up. **PIR day camp options have also been indicated below!

**(This list will continually be updated with more options so do check back. If you'd like a print out of this list, simply email me Marisa Owen - Realtor at: Marisa@BuyBozemanHomes.com.)
If I have missed any summer camps from this list, please email me at Marisa@BuyBozemanHomes.com to add to this list. I hope this will be a useful tool for all of the parents out there!

LIST OF 2020 BOZEMAN SUMMER CAMPS: 

Bozeman Sports Camp
Website link
Registration opened on January 6th, 2020
- Sessions run