There are plenty of reasons to consider making moves or staying for an extended time in Bozeman, MT. — including it’s booming growth in job markets, expansive living, and endless recreation. The treasure state is full of of attractions and activities for the whole fam. Bozeman and the surrounding area offers everything from world-class, skiing, fly-fishing, mountain biking, network of hiking trails, and any other outdoor activity you can think of. If you’re new to the community, you’ll quickly notice the human:dog ratio is quite equal. Given the high pup population in the city of Bozeman, it’s the perfect place to live if you’re a dog owner – with tons of parks and trails easily accessible from just about any neighborhood. With our love for furry friends, MOBLHOM has rounded up a handful of our favorite parks + trails to share with you and your pup!
Snowfill Recreation Area
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Snowfill Recreation Area is a 38-acre open space, formerly part of the city’s landfill, that now serves as one of the area largest and most scenic off-leash dog parks. The hilly site has over 2 miles of gravel trails with views overlooking the Gallatin Valley and mountain ranges in the distance. The trails vary in steepness with an elevation gain of over 200 feet from the entry to the uppermost (northeast) corner of the site. The north-facing slope is a popular sledding hill in winter.
Heart of The Valley
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Heart of The Valley is MONDO and located between Bozeman and Belgrade at the Heart of the Valley Animal Shelter. This park is perfect if your dog needs a bigger area to run offleash. Once you have circled the main park, you can take your dog down into the old gravel pit for some more rugged terrain. There is also a separate enclosure for the “agility course” if you’ve got a show dog in training.
Gallatin Regional Park
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Gallatin Regional Park is 13 acres of pure off-leash play area complete with a beach and diving dock. Entrance to the dog park is off Ferguson Avenue, near the corner of Baxter Ln. This popular dog playground does get extremely busy after work and on weekends.
Whether you’re visiting for business, taking a long vacation, moving to Bozeman, or just exploring – don’t forget to bring the fur babies. The city is known for being pet-friendly so you and your pup can feel right at home. Search all our pet-friendly properties!
