How To Visit Bozeman Like A Local

Everything you need to know to camp, hike, fish, off-road, eat, and drink in in Bozeman, Montana

This is the second article I’m going to put behind a paywall as part of this new project. In it, you’ll find GPS coordinates for campsites and fishin’ holes, places to view wildlife like grizzly bears and axolotls, restaurant and bar recommendations, and everything else you need to plan a successful trip in its entirety. Plus, I’ll be available to my subscribers in comments or through chat for any personal questions.

Virginia and I moved here in 2018. Actually the same week that “Yellowstone” (the telenovela, not the park) premiered. And since that time we’ve witnessed a lot of change. First the show, then the pandemic spiked awareness of and interest in Bozeman, driving a ton of tourism and relocations. And while it’s common to hear people complain about how much this place has changed, it’s still possible to find all the wild places and local charm that made it famous. Here’s how.