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Montana Grizzly Encounter

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This natural habitat for rescued grizzly bears is one of the best places in Montana to watch these regal creatures. Open to the public since 2004, Montana Grizzly Encounter invites you to watch, learn and interact with the grizzlies in a safe environment. Watch as Brutus, Sheena and Bella, the resident bears, bask in the early morning sun, and later visit the gift shop to buy a few souvenirs to remember these grizzlies by. 

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80 Bozeman Hill Rd, Bozeman, MT, 59715, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Debbie Bates 
8 years ago

Truly one of the best experiences I've had. I learned a lot and was really amazed at the love these people have for their bears. I can't wait to visit again. If you're ever in this area, it's a must see. You won't regret it. 

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Thank you so much!! 

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Patty White 
8 years ago

Thanks MGE for the work you do and for sharing these incredible beings with us. We loved our time with Brutus, Bella and the guide who shared their story. 

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Traci Files-Dodd 
8 years ago

Was very educational and amazing experience to learn about black and brown bears! My family and I had a different expectation and this clearly changed our minds! Very beautiful and smart animals! Thank you for allowing the public to learn about these grizzlies! This really opened my eyes on how they behave! 

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Educating people about bears is our passion! Glad you and your family enjoyed it! 

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Shawn Michael 
8 years ago

Came out on a rainy cold day. Everyone had left the enclosure but my wife and I. Rebecca stayed out there with us and toughed it out teaching us about the Bears. A special thanks to her and Grizzly Encounter. We visited Bear World in Idaho and Grizzly and wolf discovery center but none of them were as special as Grizzly Encounter for me. Maybe because I've seen every episode of Expedition Wild and have seen Brutus grow. Thank you again for our experience and being so welcoming! From Austin Tx - Shawn. 

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Thank you for your kind words! 

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Travis Wayne Kuhlman 
8 years ago

The whole family loved it just wish we could've seen all the Bears 

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Amy Odom Szpara 
8 years ago

My family and I visited Montana Grizzly Encounter today. We loved it! It was so educational for us. We learned about bear safety and conservation. We enjoyed watching Bella and Brutus, and we returned later in the day to see Maggi and Jake. I didn't know what to expect, but this is truly a place that is completely dedicated to making the lives of these bears wonderful, as they cannot survive in the wild. They are also clearly passionate about educating the public, so that people will respect grizzlies in the wild. It's not a... read more

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Thank you! 

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Lisa Ellisor Pesta 
8 years ago

I stopped here August 2016 on my way home to Florida. This is an amazing place for Grizzly's that are orphaned. They pair them up with other grizzly's that they get along with. They take very good care of them. I thought it was gonna be a road side attraction with bad conditions. I was so wrong and surprised at how nice it was. How much they care for the bears, an how knowledgeable the staff was. I will be back next time I'm in the area. Absolutely loved it. 

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Michael Yuhas 
8 years ago

Great, safe way to see grizzly bears up close and personal. Staff is very knowledgeable of all bears and discount many of myths about grizzlies. I visit every time I'm in the area 

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Rosalie Houzenga 
8 years ago

Amazing place. Beautiful bears. Bella is so cute 

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Montana Grizzly Encounter has a 4.6 star rating with 893 reviews. 

When is Montana Grizzly Encounter open?

Montana Grizzly Encounter is closed now. It will open on Monday at 9:00 a.m. 

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