Only In Bozeman

As Bozeman becomes an increasingly popular vacation destination, hoteliers are taking note. As such, you’ll find most national brands, along with some unique, locally-owned properties. And, if you’re looking to treat yourself to a luxurious stay, you’ve got options. These hotels take pride in the details — everything from the furniture and linens to thoughtful particulars you won’t find just anywhere. If you're looking to treat yourself to a weekend away, consider one of these high-end hotels in Bozeman.

This summer is shaping up to be one for the memory books. Understandably, we are all collectively ready to hit the road and explore. If you’re planning a visit to Bozeman, knowing how to navigate around town is key to maximizing your vacation time, so we’ve put together a quick guide to help you plan your transportation appropriately.

When is the best time to visit Bozeman? Honestly, there isn’t a wrong time to visit. Bozeman may get cold, but it averages 300 days of sunshine each year and has enough outdoor recreation and cultural activities to keep you busy any time, even if it’s raining. Depending on your flexibility, there are some tricks the locals have up their sleeve which can make visiting extra special. Here's the good and bad about each season to help you decide when to visit.

While Bozeman offers enough to fill several days of vacation, you may find yourself with only a day in this little slice of paradise. Maybe you’re en route to Big Sky, staying for the night before you head to Yellowstone National Park, or maybe you found a cheap flight to visit this up-and-coming destination on the way to another city. Whatever your reasoning, you’ll want to plan ahead for your precious hours in Bozeman so that you can make the most of them. This 24-hour itinerary is a great starting point, with options to customize to your interests and tastes. Here are the top things to do in Bozeman with 24 hours.

Back in the day, Bozeman flew under the radar. Those who enjoy mountaineering knew about the incredible skiing, fishing, climbing, and backpacking, but they kept it on the DL. At the time, the airport was small, with a few flights and only a handful of hotels. The Western Café was the central breakfast spot, and, given its agricultural background, many people considered Bozeman a cowboy town.

Fingers crossed, we're on the home stretch of the COVID-19 pandemic. It's been a long year, and we're all anxious to get back to everyday life and worry-free traveling! While Bozeman is an excellent place to social distance, we still need to work together to mitigate the spread of the virus until vaccinations are available for everyone. It's shaping up to be a big summer with lots of visitors here in Bozeman. Vacations are booking up, and events such as graduation parties and weddings can commence again. So, it's important to be informed about the status of COVID-19 and local regulations as you plan your visit to Bozeman, Montana this summer.

Summer in Bozeman is a dream – easy access to hundreds of miles of hiking trails, scenic rivers for fly fishing and floating, and plenty of outdoor patios for sipping a cold beer. Not to mention, Yellowstone National Park is just a short drive away. So it’s not surprising that more and more direct flights to Bozeman are being added this summer, so that no matter where you are, you can easily experience a little slice of heaven here in big sky country.

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