Bozeman Parks and Recreation Department

Bozeman Parks and Recreation Department Official Bozeman Parks and Recreation Department Fan Page Our Swim Center located at 1211 W.

We offer a variety of recreation programs and special events for people of all ages on a year round basis in the area of arts, sports, science, outdoor and more. Main is a 50-meter, eight lane indoor aquatic facility and offers swim lessons, water fitness, lap swimming, recreation swimming and professional classes.

Our office will be closed on Friday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth. Our normal hours will resume on Monday, June...
06/17/2026

Our office will be closed on Friday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth. Our normal hours will resume on Monday, June 22nd.

Our newest park area is here! On Friday, we hosted a ribbon-cutting, celebrating the opening of Southwood Park. This 23-...
06/14/2026

Our newest park area is here! On Friday, we hosted a ribbon-cutting, celebrating the opening of Southwood Park. This 23-acre park, located at Stucky Rd and S 17th Ave, is being built in phases. Future phases are looking at including a skatepark, pickleball, and tennis courts, and a dog park will soon be complete.

Said Mayor Morrison at the ribbon-cutting, “It is clear that park spaces are inextricably linked to the place of Bozeman. It is something that we value deeply… And as you look around from this vista, you can see that this is exactly the type of place where we’d want a park of this style and this scale.”

It’s beautiful out! Come enjoy the new chairs, picnic tables, playground, and fields.

We are excited to welcome everyone back for another great summer at Bozeman's pools and have some important updates to s...
06/12/2026

We are excited to welcome everyone back for another great summer at Bozeman's pools and have some important updates to share.

Bogert Pool will open on Sunday, June 21. The Swim Center summer schedule will begin on Tuesday, June 23. Current hours for both facilities are available online at www.bozemanmt.gov/pools and printed schedules are available at the front desks of each pool.

Before transitioning to summer operations, the Swim Center will undergo its annual maintenance closure. The facility will close at 8:40 p.m. on Friday, June 12, and the pool will be drained for cleaning and routine maintenance to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all users.

During the closure, Aquatics Managers will also be training and certifying more than 30 lifeguards. This training includes a 30-hour lifeguard certification course, followed by three additional days of facility-specific training at both the Swim Center and Bogert Pool. In addition to learning daily operations and responsibilities, lifeguards receive extensive instruction on emergency action plans unique to each facility and participate in team-based emergency response scenarios.

Thank you for your patience during the annual maintenance period and for your continued support of our aquatic's programs. We look forward to seeing you at the pool this summer!

Grow Bozeman’s urban forest in your backyard!Want some shade and a little more birdsong in your life? In 2026, Branch Ou...
06/12/2026

Grow Bozeman’s urban forest in your backyard!

Want some shade and a little more birdsong in your life? In 2026, Branch Out Bozeman is giving away free trees to folks in select neighborhoods. We need your help expanding our canopy to treat stormwater and beat the heat. There is a limited supply of $100 vouchers, so sign up while supplies last!

Some restrictions apply. See website for details: https://www.branchoutbozeman.org/tree-vouchers

Come celebrate the opening of our newest park area at Southwood Park, located at Stucky Rd & S 17th Ave! On Friday, June...
06/09/2026

Come celebrate the opening of our newest park area at Southwood Park, located at Stucky Rd & S 17th Ave!

On Friday, June 12, from 11 AM to 1 PM, we’ll be cutting the ribbon on a new playground, lawn area, pavilion, and art sculptures. You’ll also hear more about future phases of the park, including a dog park that is anticipated to open next year.

Stop by, enjoy some refreshments, and relax in the new park with us!

Story Mansion String Jam Schedule Update! Just a heads up, "Pickin' in the Park" will be cancelled on the following date...
06/08/2026

Story Mansion String Jam Schedule Update! Just a heads up, "Pickin' in the Park" will be cancelled on the following dates:
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Wednesday, July 8, 2026

There are still a few days left to complete the Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP) Survey! We hope you know by now that...
06/05/2026

There are still a few days left to complete the Urban Forest Management Plan (UFMP) Survey! We hope you know by now that we are updating the 2016 UFMP to serve as an overarching guiding document for all Forestry Division operations, planning, and public outreach. The new Plan will set priorities for tree planting, maintenance, staffing, budgeting, and community engagement.

The survey consists of approximately 30 questions and prompts to gather insights about your experiences with, and priorities related to, trees in Bozeman. Please complete by June 8!

Visit engage.bozemanmt.gov/urbanforest to complete the survey today!

There are still spots available in our Outdoor Adventure Club (OAC)! This club is for all adventure lovers ages 11-14 an...
05/23/2026

There are still spots available in our Outdoor Adventure Club (OAC)! This club is for all adventure lovers ages 11-14 and has sessions running June-August.
Session 1: Backcountry Base Camp
Session 2: Canoeing & SUP
Session 3: Offline Influencers
Session 4: Wild Waters
Learn more at www.bozemanmt.gov/recreation

Our office is closed on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26th. C...
05/22/2026

Our office is closed on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26th. Contact us at [email protected] or 406-582-2290 for any questions or concerns and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

Updated post with correct date listed! Volunteer Tree Planting will be on Tuesday, May 19 (1-4pm). Join us for an aftern...
05/15/2026

Updated post with correct date listed! Volunteer Tree Planting will be on Tuesday, May 19 (1-4pm). Join us for an afternoon of tree planting in Lindley Park and Sunset Hills Cemetery! This is a big project, with 25 new trees going in, and we need all the help we can get! Tree purchasing was made possible by Inflation Reduction Act funds and our Branch Out Bozeman partnership with Gallatin Watershed Council. Sign up now at: https://www.branchoutbozeman.org/events

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Story Mill Community Center, 600 Bridger Drive
Bozeman, MT
59715

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+14065822290

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