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Bozeman, Montana (pop. 30,723) looks like a town out the 50s, with a traditional main street packed with all kinds of interesting businesses. Some say Bozeman is a town of urban cowboys. Indeed, briefcases likely outnumber branding irons in Bozeman. The Bozeman area is growing fast, with a population increase of 34.4% in the past decade.

Bozeman is located in the Gallatin Valley, surrounded by magnificent mountain ranges. North of the city, the Bridger Mountains attract thousands of skiers each winter. The Gallatin Range and the Madison Range, south of Bozeman, rise more than 10,000 feet and have peaks covered with snow much of the year.

Bozeman is home to Montana State University and the fighting Bobcats. The university has an enrollment of about 11,934 students and offers degrees in agriculture, engineering, and many fields in the arts and sciences. Great academics here. And... "this is place to go if you love to be outdoors and ski...ski bumbs are all over the campus and so are the hippies...its a true party college," according to PubClub.com.

The Museum of the Rockies, located on campus, features many wonderful paleontology exhibits. Jack Horner, the world's top dinosaur hunter and an adviser to the movie "Jurassic Park," works at the Museum. Occasionally, Museum visitors see Professor Horner inspecting the Museum's latest exhibits.

 The Bozeman, Montana area is a fisherman's paradise. Cool, sparkling streams, rushing down from high mountains, are filled with rainbow trout, brook trout, brown trout and cutthroat trout.

In some parts of the Gallatin River near Bozeman, rainbow trout number over 400 per 1,000 feet of stream, according to data reported by the Montana Rivers Information System. Go to The Bozeman Angler site to find fishing area rivers.

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Park's Fish Stocking Plan helps you understand fish populations in Montana's many streams and rivers. A time for action, rainbow trout fishing in Montana's blue-ribbon trout streams.

Hiking a favorite activity in the Bozeman area. Try the Grotto Falls Trail for a fun and scenic hiking experience. The 1 1/2 trail is wildly popular. Follow Hyalite Creek Road south of Bozeman to get to the trailhead.

New to Bozeman is the Montana Grizzly Encounter, a grizzly bear "zoo". Located about ten miles east of Bozeman, the zoo features three adult grizzly bears for public viewing. A modest admisson fee is charged. This is a great opportunity to see these magnificent animals.

Travelers prefer accommodations at the Holiday Inn Bozeman when staying in Bozeman. Guests enjoy an indoor pool, restaurant, and a view of the nearby Bridger Mountains. The Residence Inn by Marriott is another good choice. For reservations, click on the link below for Bozeman, Montana motels and hotels.

The Gallatin Gateway Inn, a restored railroad hotel, is a very special place to stay in the Bozeman area. The inn has 35 guest rooms and suites. The Dining Room features white linen and candlelight. Less formal dining and a bar are also on site. The inn serves guests an extra good gourmet continental breakfast. This Bozeman, Montana inn is located about 12 miles southwest of Bozeman on U.S. Highway 191. (800) 676-3522.

To find dining in Bozeman, head for Main Street. For breakfast and lunch, common Bozeman folks go to the Western Cafe, downtown on east Main Street. Another favorite dining spot in Bozeman is the Looie's Down Under (Fine Dining and Sushi Bar). The Cafe Internationale offers "exotic food from exotic places" and an intimate dining experience. If a quick tasty bite is what's wanted, the Great Harvest Bread Company is a good choice. The Garage is another Bozeman tradition know for great burgers.

For special dining and top bars, don't miss the Baxter Hotel. This establishment features Ted's Montana Grille, the Bacchus Pub and the Baxter Wine Bar. Ask for a buffalo burger at Ted's Montana Grille and you'll be plenty satisfied with the great taste and flavor.

Italian cuisine is the regular fare at Johnny Carino's restaurant.

Bozeman is a college town, so finding interesting hangouts on Main Street is easy to do. Try The Crystal Bar. Several ladies' bras hang from the horns of a steer skull over the pool table. The ladies don't bring them to the bar in a bag but rather "take them off when they come in," says the barkeeper.

The Powder Horn Sporting Goods store on Main Street sells all kinds of gear for fishing and hunting, plus a wide selection of outdoor clothing. A great store to buy things or just look!

At the Gallatin Valley Mall, located west of the downtown area, shoppers find quality apparel at the Bon Marche department store. The mall has many national chain stores. For happy reading and your favorite Starbucks coffee, try the Barnes & Noble bookstore, new to Bozeman in 2002.

The Montana Woolen Shop is another great shopping spot in Bozeman. This shop must have the world's largest stock of wool sweaters, blankets, fabrics, socks and more, all at bargain prices. Located a few blocks west of the Gallatin Valley Mall on U.S. 191.

Try Bozeman, Montana - a hot spot for outdoors activities and a great town for dining, shopping, or just hanging around.

 Outdoors FUN near Bozeman

 Fishing:

Gallatin River Lodge, near Bozeman, 888-387-0148.

Madison River Outfitters, West Yellowstone, 406-646-9644.

Montana Troutfitters, Bozeman, 406-587-4707.

Horseback Riding:

DJ Bar Ranch, Belgrade (near Bozeman), 406-388-7463.

Beardsley Outfitters and Guide Service, Ennis, 406-682-7292.

Broken Hart Ranch, Gallatin Gateway (near Bozeman), 406-763-4279.

Covered Wagon Ranch, Gallatin Gateway (near Bozeman) 800-995-4237.

Dude Ranches:

Mountain Sky Guest Ranch, Bozeman, 406-587-1244.

Call the Bozeman Montana Area Chamber of Commerce for a Bozeman Visitor's Guide 800-228-4224

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