Local Info & Discounts
Whether it's your first time visiting, or you're a seasoned veteran of southwest Montana,
Bozeman offers something for everyone. From unparalleled access to outdoor adventure
and natural beauty, to a thriving arts and cultural scene, our town is the complete
package. While you're here, be sure to explore our historic downtown district. If
outdoor adventure is more your speed, take a drive up to Hyalite Canyon or explore
the Bridger Mountains. Don't forget to ask our staff for their recommendations when
you visit!
Explore more information on southwest Montana below, including some of our favorite
places!
Bozeman: Montana's Best College Town
Bozeman's Main Street and downtown district offers something for everyone.
As a town of approximately 60,000 people, and just under 110,000 people in the greater surrounding area, Bozeman has all the benefits of a small town and larger city. With an integrated town and campus community, as well as endless outdoor opportunity, there's never a lack of things to get involved in in Bozeman.
Bozeman was recently named one of the best small college towns in the U.S. and the best in Montana. Whether you're catching a local film at one of our downtown theaters, grabbing a coffee at a locally-owned business or hitting the slopes on a bluebird day at Bridger Bowl, Bozeman offers something for everyone in every season.
Weather
- Averages 300 days of sunshine each year.
- Average high temperature in January is 32 degrees F.
- Average high temperature in July is 85 degrees F.
- In town, average 86 inches of snow.
- In the mountains, expect around 350-400 inches of snow.
Main Street
Bozeman's Main Street is home to exclusively locally-owned businesses.
It's also home to a variety of events every year, including Music on Main, the Christmas Stroll, Sweet Pea festival, art walks, farmers markets and more!
- Explore your options at downtownbozeman.org.
- Check out Bozeman's "Best Of" winners.
Outdoor Recreation
- Main Street to the Mountains Trail System - 80+ miles of trail.
- Gallatin National Forest - 2,200 miles of trails, 1,740 miles of fishable streams and rivers, dense timbered valleys and rugged peaks and 700 high-mountain lakes.
- Hyalite Canyon - Only 20 minutes from campus!
- Two major ski resorts in the area including Bridger Bowl and Big Sky Ski Resort.
Arts & Culture
- Rock out at the Elm and Rialto Theater - Bringing in big name artists from across the country!
- Watch a performance or play at the Ellen Theater - Opened in 1919!
- Attend our Music on Main summer series - A fan favorite display of local bands.
- Explore the Emerson Center for Arts & Culture - Check out their rotating exhibitions and classes!
Top 5: Our Favorite Bozeman Things
1. Check out downtown Bozeman
Support some of our amazing locally-owned businesses!
2. Hike the M
Check out the hiking trail to a Bozeman landmark, established by MSU's very own Class of 1918!
3. Head to Yellowstone
Take a day trip to one of the country's most popular national parks - only 89 miles away!
4. Hyalite Canyon Adventures
Head to Bozeman's backyard for some great hiking, biking and swimming options less that 20 minutes from campus.
5. Museum Minds
Explore MSU's Museum of the Rockies, home to one of the world's largest collections of dinosaur fossils.
Great in Any Season
No matter what time of year you visit us, there's always something going on! Check out some of our favorite seasonal activities and recommendations below.
Winter
- Bridger Bowl
- Big Sky Ski Resort
- Check out the area’s local hot springs including Bozeman Hot Springs, Chico Hot Springs and Norris Hot Springs
- Best winter hikes
- The Christmas Stroll
- Ice fishing at Hyalite Reservoir or Glen Lake Rotary Park
- Ice skating at Haynes Pavilion, the Bogart Pavilion or Beall Park
- Cross-country skiing at various trails in and around Bozeman
- Winter’s Farmers Market at the Emerson Cultural Center
Spring
- Take a stroll through Story Mill Community Park
- Biking trails
- Run to the Pub on St. Patrick’s Day
- Best spring hikes
- Attend one of Bozeman's many downtown parades including the Memorial Day Parade
- Fish in the area’s hundreds of miles of blue ribbon rivers and streams
- Attend a concert at the Elm or Rialto theaters or a performance at the Ellen Theater
Summer
- Music on Main
- Sweet Pea Festival
- Shakespeare in the Parks
- White water rafting and kayaking
- Paddleboarding, hiking, mountain biking and rock climbing in Hyalite Canyon
- Ziplining
- Yellowstone National Park
- Check out the Big Sky Country State Fair or the Bozeman Stampede Rodeo
Fall
- MSU kicks off each fall semester with their annual Community Cat Walk
- Check out the MSU Homecoming Parade
- Go to an MSU football game
- Rocky Creek Farm
- Check out one of the many 5K, 10K, half-marathon or marathon runs in the area
- Support Small Business Saturday where the entire community comes out to shop local
Visitor Discounts by Category
Alamo
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport
Up to 20% discount
Contract code: 309381
Online Reservation
Avis
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport
Up to 15% discount
Contract code: B636193
Online Reservation
Budget
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport
Up to 15-25% discount
Contract code: X697161
Online Reservation
Enterprise Rent-a-Car
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport
Contract code: 63MSU01
Online Reservation
Hertz
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport
Up to 15% discount
Contract code: 1516488
Online Reservation
The MSU Outdoor Recreation Center
The MSU Outdoor Recreation Center offers some of the lowest-priced outdoor rentals in the Bozeman area. Discounts vary between visitors to campus and current fee-paying students.
Online Pricing and Reservations
The Round House
1422 W. Main St., Bozeman, MT 59715
Website
406-587-1258 | Email
Discounts vary by season.