Resolution Reset in Montana's Yellowstone Country

Nordic Skiing, Rendezvous Ski Trails, West Yellowstone Rendezvous Ski Trails, Photo by Jordan Siemens


We hope your festivities were merry and your hearts are full. And as we move into 2026, we're thinking about a resolution reset — ideas for getting out, carving time for yourself, slowing down and enjoying the beauty of Montana’s Yellowstone Country.

  1. Get outside. Trust us, we love curling up with a good book or movie, but I also love the fresh, crisp air. If you haven’t tried snowshoeing, it’s a remarkably easy way to get some exercise. Lone Mountain Ranch in Big Sky, Rendezvous Trails in West Yellowstone, and Crosscut Mountain Sports Center in Bozeman all allow snowshoeing on their trail systems. It’s a great way for beginners to start.

  2. Catch a sunrise or sunset. Montana’s big skies can really put on a show. In West Yellowstone, the Horse Butte Lookout provides gorgeous views over Hebgen Lake. (You can ski or snowmobile to the lookout during winter.) Drinking Horse Trail in Bozeman is a short hike close to town with 360-degree views year-round, and the Lamar Valley in Yellowstone National Park is a great place to catch wildlife in the early morning or evening — plus, most of the wolf packs live in this area of the Park.

    Yoga at Sage Lodge Sage Lodge, photo by Sam Rouda

  3. Try a wellness class. Yoga and fitness studios are abundant in YC, and most offer drop-in options if you want to try a class. Soon, Livingston will open a Community Wellness Center with a lap pool, basketball and pickleball courts, an indoor walking track and a fitness area. And, speaking of Pickleball, The Picklr, a new facility in Bozeman, offers indoor pickleball courts.

  4. Soak in a natural hot spring. There are three in YC: Bozeman Hot Springs, Chico Hot Springs and the newly refurbished Yellowstone Hot Springs. All three are exceptional and are a great way to unwind after a day of adventuring.

  5. Spend some time reflecting. Grab a journal from Paper and Grace in Bozeman (or any local bookstore) and tuck into one of the cozy coffee shops around the region to reflect, daydream, or simply capture your thoughts.

  6. Enjoy a healthy meal. You may be surprised by the quality and quantity of good food around the region. Wild Table in Red Lodge offers a delicious menu — watch their schedule for upcoming cooking classes. In Bozeman, the Community Food Co-Op has a great hot bar for those on the go, and Good Works in Livingston has an organic deli with grab-and-go items for all types of diets: omnivore, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free.

  7. Spa day! We believe in self-care, and the spas in YC are wide-ranging. If luxury is your desire, Spa Montage in Big Sky spans 11,000 sq. feet and features 12 treatment rooms, an indoor pool, heated plunge pools and steam rooms.

  8. Explore your creativity. Painters, writers, jewelry makers and other artists are drawn to YC for its natural beauty and open spaces. Red Lodge Clay Center offers classes and workshops, while the Emerson Center for Arts and Culture features adult art classes and youth camps. Or watch for a local sip-and-paint, like the monthly gatherings at LeeAnn Ramey Art.

    Hometown Sisters, Red Lodge Hometown Sisters, Red Lodge, photo by Andy Austin

  9. Treat yourself! Now that the parties and gift-giving have ended, it’s time to focus on yourself. Perhaps something warm and fuzzy from Alpacaland in Red Lodge? Or skin care, jewelry or home goods from Thistle Creek in Big Timber.

  10. An evening with the arts. Opera Montana is performing Ragtime, the ELM has a full schedule, and the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center is hosting music, dance, comedy and storytelling in their winter series.