Bozeman Ranger District
The Bozeman district covers the northwestern section of the Custer Gallatin National Forest. It encompasses much of the recreation area near the city of Bozeman, MT including Hyalite.
Sections surrounding Big Sky, MT and much of the Bridger Range is also on the Bozeman district.
General Information
Closest Towns:
Bozeman, MT
Recreation Sites
Bacon Rind Trailhead
The Bacon Rind trail takes off from Yellowstone National Park off Hwy 191 and heads into the Forest in the Lee Metcalf Wilderness - Monument Mountain Wilderness.Hikers should be aware of park…
Battle Ridge Cabin
Site Open
View this site on Recreation.govBattle Ridge Cabin is a rustic dwelling located north of Bozeman, in southwestern Montana. The cabin was built in 1938 and is open year-round. It can be reached by…
Battle Ridge Campground
A campground on the east side of the Bridger Mountains area on the Bozeman Ranger District.
Battle Ridge Picnic Area
A picnic area in the Bridger Mountains on the Bozeman District.
Battle Ridge Trailhead
Provides access to a ridgeline trail in the central Bridgers, eventually feeding into Ross Pass and the Bridger Foothills National Recreation Trail.Provides access to multiple connector trails.
Blackmore Camp
Site Open
A picnic area in the Hyalite Canyon on the Bozeman District.
Blackmore Creek Trailhead
Site Open
Large, developed trailhead and picnic area adjacent to Hyalite ReservoirParking, accessible vault toilets available and drinking water available. The main trail leads to Blackmore Lake and continues…
Bridger/Bangtails
Recreational Opportunities along the east side of the Bridger Mountain Range and Bangtails.
Buck Ridge
Trailhead at the end of Doe Creek Road, small parking area. Trail follows ridgeline between Buck Creek to the south and the Big Sky area to the north. Connects to numerous side trails.District…
Buffalo Horn Trailhead
Trail provides access to many other trail in the drainage, good opportunities exist for a looped day hike. Trailhead has horse ramp and toilet.