Aside from the obvious and applicable name of the magazine that launched in 1871—Field & Stream—fitting into the Montana cityscape, there’s an accessible and nostalgic nature to stepping foot in this first-ever lodge of its kind. Located in Bozeman, just under three hours southeast of Missoula, Field & Stream Lodge Co. is a real-life depiction of what lies inside those coveted pages of this richly illustrated and storied magazine.
Treasured for its appeal to and inclusion of hunters and fishermen, outdoorsmen of any nature will be blush-cheeked by the warm notes of the vintage atmosphere—porcelain cross handles in the washrooms, cherry jam reds, shades of navy, and a peculiar green that makes one want to burst through the entry doors and skip off to have an outdoor adventure. The low lighting, high rafters, and collection of artwork and memorabilia adorning the walls make it feel like a tangible story—a new chapter written here in Montana, where, arguably, the ideal reader rest their bones.
Field & Stream magazine has had a longstanding albeit rocky timeline of survival, with its print magazine ceasing in 2015 and going digital-only in 2020. Their retail store closures by Dick’s Sporting Goods occurred over a cluster of years. In 2024, though, Morgan Wallen and Eric Church purchased Field & Stream, igniting a rebirth of sorts, like fireweed sprouting up from charred terrain. With the country largely seeking out Western apparel, way of life, and outdoor adventure as a means to escape the blistering effects of city life, the many indulgent (and necessary) luxuries of a simple life have buoyed this famed name for a second chance of sharing the magic that this life inspires.
As a millennial woman with a young family, Field & Stream Lodge Co. has certainly reeled me in as a new-age reader and fan. I’m a horsewoman married to a fly-fisherman, with two rambunctious boys who will surely bounce along tall riverbank grass looking for the next honey hole and—surely—be too loud and splish-splashy in their attempt to hook something for a netted moment of glory. The glory, though, is in the story of being a river wader and trail forger. Just as the editorial content of the new bi-yearly magazine houses, the sentiment of being an outdoorsmen is hidden in the struggle, the fight, the hunt, etc. Readers are enamored by the close call or the should’ve been moments—the pursuit, the journey, and the fleeting adrenaline rush of really living. The more moments one gets like this, the more it becomes a portrait of a life.
Their doors first opened in May 2025, combining modern comforts with a 150-plus year legacy, and it’s clear that they didn’t go by anyone’s handbook or blueprints other than following their own intuition. This flagship property sits in a legendary landscape of rivers, mountains, trails, lakes—all beckoning the activities that each tend to lend depending on the season. Skiing at Bridger Bowl, fishing or rafting the Gallatin, Madison, and Yellowstone rivers, hunting big game or birds in the several ranges in the surrounding area. The Lodge is a refuge when the adventure is over or waiting to begin. Rooms are cozy, wood grain forward, and on brand in a tasteful way that doesn’t take you out of the inspiring aesthetic.
On the main floor near the living room-like lobby, known as The Great Room, is Dry Fly Saloon—the ultimate all-day dining destination where anyone can belly up for a cold beer or a hot meal that feels like home. The bold design of a ceiling collage of magazine covers and the hidden river names found within the overhead table lights are subtle reminders that adventure is just a sleep or recharge away. With ample bar seating, a conversation isn’t hard to find. Meanwhile, my little family scrambles over a word search with a mug of crayons spilling onto the table. A steak with a thick ribbon of chimichurri is served to my husband and a flaky chicken pot pie is nested in a cast iron pan—a delight on a winter day!
The Honey Hole is right next door and a perfect after-hours pairing to dinner. Lighted games make for a kid-free indulgence and laid back, before-bed entertainment. Other notable amenities include the 1,300-square-foot indoor pool, an outdoor hot tub, and a 29,000 square-foot courtyard, lovingly referred to as The Backyard, where lights are strewn on tree limbs, lanterns illuminate the gravel paths that wind between fire pits made within old canoes—prompting any visitor to pursue adventure, even if imaginary while roasting a marshmallow from repurposed snowboard benches. For a child, the fenced space is a runway for roughhousing and firelight snacking.
Back in our adjoining rooms, a dark plaid carpet feels the footfall of our sleepy steps, and the sight of bunk beds revitalizes our adventurous spirits for one more round of lamp-lit reading before snuggling up in wool camp blankets. This 179-room oasis feels intimate and home-like—a familiar space even though we’re just passing through. Perhaps it’s because the feeling it evokes is a place I’ve been before—a base camp where all my needs are exceedingly met—and a place I hope to revisit time and time again.
"Treasured for its appeal to and inclusion of hunters and fishermen, outdoorsmen of any nature will be blush-cheeked by the warm notes of the vintage atmosphere."
"The low lighting, high rafters, and collection of artwork and memorabilia adorning the walls make it feel like a tangible story—a new chapter written here in Montana, where, arguably, the ideal reader rest their bones."
"As a millennial woman with a young family, Field & Stream Lodge Co. has certainly reeled me in as a new-age reader and fan."