Rocky Mountains, USA
The North Entrance (Gardiner, MT) is about 1.5-2 hours drive. The West Entrance (West Yellowstone, MT) also takes about 1.5-2 hours. Self-drive offers flexibility, but guided bus tours from Bozeman handle transportation and navigation.
A full day (10-12 hours) serves well to explore a single loop of the park. Attempting to see the entire park in one day from Bozeman is not advised.
For shorter excursions or outdoor experiences, these natural areas near Bozeman beckon.
A short drive (about 15-20 minutes) south of Bozeman, this area hosts numerous hiking trails leading to waterfalls, excellent fishing, and picnicking.
Flowing just west of Bozeman, the Gallatin River is readily accessible for various water sports or scenic drives.
Expand your trip to encompass other iconic regional destinations.
Dramatic glaciated peaks, pristine forests, alpine lakes, and the iconic Going-to-the-Sun Road.
Iconic, jagged Teton mountain range, pristine lakes, outstanding wildlife viewing, and hiking.
Montana National Parks Loop (7-10+ days) or Rocky Mountain Grand Tour (10-14+ days).
Authentically preserved 1860s gold mining ghost towns. Virginia City functions as a living historical town.
Montana's inaugural state park, demonstrating impressive limestone caverns.
Explore the cultural fabric of Montana via these charming small towns.
About 30 minutes east of Bozeman, Livingston has a historic downtown with distinct shops and art galleries.
A historic fly-fishing town in the Madison Valley, about an hour south of Bozeman.
Authentically preserved 1860s gold mining ghost towns.
Montana's premier state park, showing impressive limestone caverns.
About an hour south of Bozeman in the Gallatin Canyon, offering diverse activities.
World-class skiing and snowboarding, extensive terrain.
Mountain biking, zip-lining, scenic gondola rides.
Gondola access to Lone Peak for stunning panoramic views.
Beyond skiing, the Bridger Bowl Ski Area presents hiking possibilities with scenic views.
Enjoy hiking trails with panoramic views of the Gallatin Valley and Bridger Range.
A popular hike on the foothills of the Bridger Mountains.
Of course, world-class skiing and snowboarding remain available in winter.
A short drive south, offering hiking, fishing, and picnicking. A world-renowned ice climbing spot in winter.
West of Bozeman, for fly fishing, whitewater rafting, kayaking, or simply scenic drives.
Beyond skiing, its surroundings invite summer hiking with striking views of the valley.
