Insider's Guide to Bozeman

Discover Bozeman

STAY:

Howlers Inn Bed & Breakfast Aptly named, this cozy B&B set in a true log home at the foot of the Bridger Mountains offers easy access to outdoor activities. It's also home to the Howler Wolf Sanctuary, where a resident pack of captive bred wolves are protected.
VITALS: (888) HOWLERS, howlersinn.com

Silver Forest Inn Fieldstone chimneys, log walls and trusses, downy beds and gourmet breakfasts in a hillside setting add up to a relaxing retreat. Book the Turret Room for panoramic views of the Bridger Mountains.
VITALS: (877) 394-9357, silverforestinn.com.

EAT:

Casa Sanchez Set in a 100-year-old house with a summer deck out back, Casa Sanchez offers homemade burritos, chimichangas, tacos and more (don't miss the nachos). Open for lunch and dinner Tuesday-Friday; dinner on Saturday. Dinner entrees from $9. Casual dress.
VITALS: 719 S. 9th Ave., Bozeman; (406) 586-4516.

La Parilla Lunch on giant made-to-order grilled (la parilla means "the grill") meat or seafood wraps fixed with cheese, guacamole, salsa and other tasty ingredients. Eat on the patio, or on the run. Open for lunch and dinner daily. Entrées from $5. Casual dress.
VITALS: Located across from Hastings Plaza. 1533 W. Babcock, Bozeman; (406) 582-9511.

Emerson Grill Nestle into a plush velvet booth for savory Italian fare (try the pastas, chops or the famous flatbread pizzettes) at this delightful eatery in the Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture. Open Monday-Saturday for lunch and dinner. Dinner entrées from $8. Casual dress.
VITALS: Located in the southeast corner of the Emerson Cultural Center. 207 W. Olive St., Bozeman; (406) 586-5247.

On the Rise Brick-oven-baked focaccia and other artisan breads, plus mouth-watering pastry and sweets, are worth rising early for. Open Monday-Saturday, 8 am-6 pm. Items from $1. Casual dress.
VITALS: Located between the high school and Safeway. 1007 W. Main St., Bozeman; (406) 582-0272.

SHOP:

Miller's Jewelry This long-time local jeweler specializes in Montana Yogo sapphires.
VITALS: 2 E. Main St., Bozeman, (406) 586-9547, millersjewelry-mt.com.

Northern Lights Trading Co. Everything you need for outdoor adventures, from kayaking to climbing (sportswear, too).
VITALS: 1716 W. Babcock St., Bozeman, (406) 586-2225; 8450 Huffine Ln., Bozeman, (406) 585-2090, northernlightstrading.com.

FYI

Big Sky Resort
(406) 995-5000, reservations (800) 548-4486
bigskyresort.com

Big Sky Chamber of Commerce
(406) 995-3000, (800) 943-4111
bigskychamber.com