Dining Bozeman – Fiction In the heart of Bozeman, Montana, nestled among the rugged beauty of the Rockies, lies a hidden gem of culinary excellence – an upscale restaurant that promises a dining experience like no other. As the sun sets behind the snow-capped peaks, casting a warm glow over the quaint streets, guests from…
Category: Bozeman
Bozeman Hotels
RED LODGE POST If you want to be near restaurants, bars, and great shopping, stay at a hotel in downtown Bozeman. Two extra nice hotels get you near the hub of all the good stuff up and down Main Street in Bozeman: Element by Westin Bozeman and The Lark. No car needed. You can walk…
Big Timber Cabin Rentals
RED LODGE POST Cabins come in many vintages, so it is a good idea to do some research before you go. Location and setting may be the most important. The three cabins for rent by Montana Cabin Rentals are about 20 miles northwest of Big Timber, in south-central Montana. The town of Big Timber is…
Montana Starbucks
RED LODGE POST Many folks like to stop for a cup of Starbucks coffee when traveling or on a vacation. There is often more than one Starbucks store in most larger cities. Stores can vary in size depending on the location and some stores can look a little different from other stores even in the…
Snapshot of Bozeman, Montana
RED LODGE POST Bozeman (pop.48,532) is a small city with a big city attitude. The city sort of feels like it would fit nicely anywhere in the Rocky Mountain region. Say as a neighboring city to Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Main Street in the downtown area is always busy. A beehive for sure. From Bozeman, travelers…
Experience Horse Culture in Montana
RED LODGE POST Montana is the West. As you might expect horses and horse culture are found throughout Montana, in both rural and urban areas. Horses by themselves are amazing animals, so beautiful, and horses bring great enjoyment. Broadly speaking “saddlery” is part of the deal. Most people have no idea. But if you are…
Favorite Montana restaurants
RED LODGE POST BILLINGS Being a large city, Billings offers many great dining options. Bistecca at the Granary has the best food and atmosphere in Billings. The Granary’s bar is special and a delightful place to have a seat even if you only order a Coke. The Granary is open for lunch and evening dining…
Transportation in Montana
RED LODGE POST Major Cities and Towns Major cities: •Billings, pop. 110,323 •Missoula, pop. 72,364 •Bozeman, pop. 45,250 •Helena, pop. 31,169 •Great Falls, pop. 58,701 •Butte, pop. 34,553 •Glendive, pop. 5,332 •Kalispell, pop. 22,761 •Miles City, pop. 8,647 •Lewistown, pop. 5,870 •Havre, pop. 9.846 •Dillon, pop. 4,257 Car Rentals, Taxi Services. Shuttle Services. BILLINGS: Car…
Alternative lodging in Montana
RED LODGE POST Montana has many great hotels in cities, big and small. But some travelers want alternative lodging. Montana offers many kinds to choose from. Bed & Breakfasts are popular some people. Campgrounds are often the choice of RVers. More recently, vacation rentals are all the rage. Commercial travel Web sites can help find…
Bozeman MT – Town of High Prices
RED LODGE POST Bozeman is a very expensive city for travelers. A local hotel recently charged $339 for a one night stay in late September. At one restaurant on Main Street a simple buffalo burger with coffee cost $20.13 (including tip). A car rental (Wednesday to Wednesday) in September from a local new car dealership…
Montana is fly-fishing central
RED LODGE POST Catch wild trout in the Gallatin, Madison, and Yellowstone Rivers. Brian McGeehan at Montana Angler in Bozeman can show the way. (406) 522-9854 Absaroka Mountain, Mont. © 2021 John Sandy