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Bozeman National Fish Hatchery
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Bozeman National Fish Hatchery, operated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, is dedicated to raising rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout for stocking in Montana's waters. Visitors can tour the hatchery to see fish in various stages of development, from eggs to adult trout. Educational displays explain fish biology, conservation efforts, and the hatchery's role in sustaining local fisheries. The facility features indoor and outdoor raceways, a visitor center with interactive exhibits, and a small aquarium. It's a family-friendly stop that offers insight into aquatic science and species management.
Don't miss
- Watch trout being fed in the outdoor raceways and learn about the hatchery's production process.
- Explore the visitor center's interactive exhibits on fish biology and conservation.
- View the aquarium displaying native fish species found in Montana's rivers and lakes.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Bozeman National Fish Hatchery
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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