Bozeman
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Bozeman is a picturesque city located in Gallatin County, MT.
With a population of 27,509 at the 2000 census, Bozeman is the fifth largest city in the state. The city is named after John M. Bozeman, founder of the Bozeman Trail. Located in the fastest-growing county in the state , Bozeman is an All-America City (awarded in 2001). Bozeman residents are known as Bozemanites.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 12.6 square miles (32.6 km²), all of it land. The population of Bozeman, as of the 2000 US Census is approximately 28,000 people.
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By plane Gallatin Field Airport is located 10 miles east of Bozeman. There are call taxis and hotel shuttles available to bring you into town.
By car There are three exits from Interstate 90, the N. 19th exit, the N 7th exit, and E Main. The N. 19th exit, an endless expanse of chain stores and strip development, is furthest from downtown. The N. 7th exit is closer to downtown and has a wider selection of restaurants and hotels, but, though better than 19th St, still is not pedestrian-friendly. Many independent motels lie on E. Main St within walking distance of downtown, which features a wide array of shopping and dining (almost entirely local independent businesses).
Bozeman is 87 miles east of Butte, Montana via I-90, 143 miles west of Billings, Montana. Yellowstone National Park is approximately 90 miles south via Route 89, or Route 191.
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Classic Limo [1] (406) 585-5466, has shuttles to Bozeman, Big Sky, West Yellowstone, Chico, Mammoth, Livingston.
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- Gallatin River, [2]. editThe Gallatin River offers a tremendous amount of water sport opportunities, including rafting at varying skill levels. The River is also known for its scenic beauty and serentity.
- Streamline Bus System, ☎ 406-587-2434, [3]. Streamline provides fare free service Monday through Friday, with Latenight service operating Thursday through Saturday. The service area includes Bozeman, Belgrade, and Four Corners. The major hubs are at Montana State University and downtown at Mendehall and Tracy. free. edit
- The Museum of the Rockies; 600 W. Kagy Boulevard, Bozeman, Montana, USA, ☎ 406.994.DINO, [4]. This is a resource that documents the changes that the Rockies have undergone, and has a mission to preserve the Rockies' unique place in American history and westward travel. With over 300,000 artifacts, this museum is a Smithsonian affiliated mecca of natural history and anthropology.
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- The annual Sweet Pea Festival [5] is usually held the first weekend of August. Activities include music, dance, theater, comedy, food, and art exhibitions. The festival always starts with a parade on the Friday before. Festival regulars include Shakespeare in the Parks [6], children's woodworking, Equinox Theatre [7], and the Bozeman Chord Rustlers' tater pigs.
- Bozeman Hot Springs & Fitness Center 81123 Gallatin Rd, Bozeman, ☎ 406.522.9563, [8]. Natural hot springs that provide an aternative to heated swimming pools, with no additives. Pool area split into mild temperature and a smaller, hotter pool with temperatures rising to almost 100 degrees F.
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- Mackenzie River Pizza Company, Main St. Great pizza company with innovative pizzas and salads. Conveniently located downtown on Main St. Brew pub beers and nice atmosphere. edit
- The Pickle Barrel [10] 809 W. College (Just off the Northwest corner of the campus), 587-2411, Mon-Sun 10:30AM-10PM. It serves very good, fresh subway sandwiches. It's standing room only, although there are a few tables and chairs outside during the summer. Next door is an icecream shop serving the local Wilcoxson's (Moose Tracks is very good). Another location is at 209/211 Main Street in the Rockin' R Bar. This one has more seating available, as well as soup and icecream. Delivery is available from both locations at 587-2411 (college) and 582-0020 (downtown). $4.50-$12 per sandwich.
- Old Chicago. A great place to take friends, with deep dish Chicago style pizzas, a bar and so much more! edit
- The Wok, 9th Street. Great authentic Chinese food, and a fun place to work. edit
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- Fairfield Inn, 828 Wheat Dr, ☎ (406) 587-2222. 3 and 1/2 star hotel edit
- Bozeman Backpackers Hostel, 405 West Olive Street, +1 406 586-4659, [11]. Dorm beds start at $20, private rooms at $42. Cash or travelers checks only, no credit cards.
- Microtel Inn & Suites, 612 Nikles Drive, (406) 586-3797,[13].
- Wingate by Wyndham Bozeman, 2305 Catron St, ☎ +1 406 582-4995, [14]. checkin: 4PM; checkout: 11AM. edit
- Voss Inn (bed and breakfast), 319 S. Willson Bozeman MT 59715, [15]. A lovingly restored 120 year old Victorian bed and breakfast mansion, The Voss Inn has six rooms with private baths. Each guest room remains true to the old-fashioned Victorian charm of the bed and breakfast Inn. Large comfortable beds, full bath facilities, plush terry bathrobes and plenty of space. $139-159. edit
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