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In 1863, a pioneer named John Bozeman opened the Bozeman Trail, which branched out from the Oregon Trail leading to the mining town of Virginia City and through the area that would later become Bozeman. Bozeman and several partners plotted the town in August of 1864. The Northern Pacific Railroad reached Bozeman from the east in 1883, and by the turn of the 20th century, Bozeman had a population of around 3,500. In 1893, Montana State University was established in town as Montana's land-grant college. Throughout the late 20th and early 21st century, Bozeman gained many new inhabitants because of its plentiful opportunities for outdoor recreation, such as fly fishing, hiking, mountaineering, and whitewater kayaking.

Bozeman's present-day population sits at around 54,000, and it's mostly known for its wonderful outdoor areas, as well as its proximity to the world-famous Yellowstone National Park. When you're exploring the area, you may want to start by enjoying some fun out in the fresh air. You could enjoy a scenic hike on the famous College "M" Hiking Trail, hit the slopes at the Big Sky Resort & Bridger Bowl Ski Area, go backpacking through the Custer Gallatin National Forest, or soak up the breathtaking views from Burke Park.

While you're in town, you should certainly take some time to explore the downtown Main Street area of Bozeman. There, you'll find unique storefronts, popular cafés, and plenty of wonderful restaurants. You ought to also visit a handful of the many unique educational attractions around the city. There's the Museum of the Rockies, which is known for its incredible Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton. There's also the American Computer & Robotics Museum, where you can check out all sorts of interesting exhibits and artifacts. Finally, if you want to learn about the fascinating history of southwestern Montana, you can spend an afternoon browsing the Gallatin History Museum.

If you're in search of a truly relaxing experience while you're in town, head to the Bozeman Hot Springs. There, you'll find 12 different pools to soak in as well as a campground and complete fitness facility.

Events Near Bozeman, Montana

• Summerfest - The annual Summerfest event in Bozeman is free for all to attend and offers all sorts of family activities. The festival is happening in mid-August on 3rd Avenue in Bozeman.

• Bozeman Ice Festival - The Bozeman Ice Festival is a unique annual event that celebrates the amazing sport of ice climbing. If you're an ice-climbing enthusiast, come on out to the festival in mid-December.

• Sweet Pea Festival - The annual Sweet Pea Festival has been a Bozeman tradition for more than 40 years. Taking place in early August at Lindley Park and will feature music of all genres, theater and dance performances, a beer and wine garden, workshops, family-friendly activities, and much more.