Outdoors
Swimming holes and lakes near Bozeman
Lakes, rivers and beaches near Bozeman where swimming is allowed on public land.
6places to swim
0 mito the closest
4within 30 miles
July, Augustbest months
Good to know: Most natural swimming areas have no lifeguard; check water-quality advisories and current conditions before swimming.
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Hood Creek Campground
14 mi south · USDA Forest Service
Hood Creek Campground is located next to scenic Hyalite Reservoir, on the Bozeman Ranger District of the Gallatin National Forest. It is 17 miles south of the city of Bozeman, Mont.
Hyalite Pavilion
14 mi south · USDA Forest Service
The Hyalite Pavilion is a day use picnicking area located next to scenic Hyalite Reservoir in the Gallatin National Forest. It is 15 miles south of the city of Bozeman, MT.
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Custer Gallatin National Forest
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Off-highway vehicles
Hood Creek Campground
Hood Creek Campground is located next to scenic Hyalite Reservoir, on the Bozeman Ranger District of the Gallatin National Forest. It is 17 miles south of the city of Bozeman, Mont.
- Backpacking
- Berry Picking
- Biking
- Birding
- Boating
- Camping
- Canoeing
- Fishing
Hyalite Pavilion
The Hyalite Pavilion is a day use picnicking area located next to scenic Hyalite Reservoir in the Gallatin National Forest. It is 15 miles south of the city of Bozeman, MT.
- Backpacking
- Birding
- Boating
- Camping
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Kayaking
Chisholm Campground
Chisholm Campground is located next to scenic Hyalite Reservoir in the Bozeman Ranger District of the Gallatin National Forest, 18 miles south of Bozeman, Montana.
- Berry Picking
- Biking
- Birding
- Camping
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Kayaking
75 miles and farther (2)
Yellowstone National Park
On March 1, 1872, Yellowstone became the first national park for all to enjoy the unique hydrothermal wonders. Today, millions of people come here each year to camp, hike, and enjoy the majesty of the park.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- History
- Horse Camping
- Horseback riding
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
- Horseback riding
Distances are straight-line miles from downtown Bozeman. Listings come from Recreation.gov’s federal recreation database; check each official page for hours, fees, fire restrictions and closures before you go.
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Questions
Where is the closest place for swimming near Bozeman?
Custer Gallatin National Forest (USDA Forest Service), about 0 miles south of Bozeman as the crow flies. Next are Hood Creek Campground (14 mi) and Hyalite Pavilion (14 mi).
When is the best time for swimming near Bozeman?
Based on Bozeman’s average highs, July, August. Conditions at higher elevations can be much cooler.
Who manages these places?
Federal agencies including USDA Forest Service, National Park Service. Each listing links to its official page for hours, fees, closures and current conditions.