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NRSO |
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The Hyalite Pavilion is a day use picnicking area located next to scenic Hyalite Reservoir in the Gallatin National Forest. It is 15 miles south of the city of Bozeman, MT. |
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From Main Street in Bozeman, travel south on 19th Avenue for 7 miles to the paved Hyalite Canyon Road. Turn left and continue approximately 9 miles to the Hyalite Day Use parking area. The Pavilion is located at the far end of parking area. |
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The Hyalite Pavilion is a 20 feet by 50 feet structure with existing seating for about 30 people at three non-movable tables. There is additional space within the Pavilion for users to set up their own small portable tables and chairs. A maximum capacity at the Pavilion is 80 people. Inside the Pavilion are two barbeque grills and a fireplace. Outside the Pavilion is a fire ring surrounded by sitting boulders. An accessible toilet is located approximately 250 feet away along a trail that meets accessibility guidelines (asphalt, 5% grade). Overnight use or camping is prohibited at the Pavilion; however, Hood Creek Campground is located on the opposite side of the reservoir. A hand pump for water is approximately 100 yards from the Pavilion. No garbage service is available at this facility. The Pavilion and its surrounding site were constructed through a partnership between the Gallatin National Forest, the Montana State University School of Architecture and local partners. It was designed to provide a sheltered group picnic facility that fits into its natural setting while taking advantage of the beautiful views to the surrounding hills, mountains and forest. |
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HYALITE PAVILION |
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126840 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=126840&cmp=39-32--joewils |
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Vehicle access to the Pavilion, for loading and unloading only, is by removal of a locked barrier. Renters will be provided with the combination for the locked barrier if requested. Closest signed accessible parking is in the parking lot, approximately 270 ft. away on a trail that meets accessibility guidelines (asphalt, 5% grade). Overnight use or camping is prohibited. Day use is permitted until 10:00 p.m. A maximum group size of 80 people will be enforced. Props for activities may be used if they are not attached to buildings, trees or dug into the ground. The Pavilion and area around the Pavilion must be cleaned before leaving and all directional signs on and off site must be removed. Water is available approximately 100 yards away at hand pump well. No garbage service at this facility; please “Pack-in, Pack-out” all garbage. Firewood is available for purchase from Hood Creek Campground or the Youth Camp. Please see host. No vehicles allowed beyond the Pavilion or on the West Shore Trail. |
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Hood Creek Campground is approximately 1.5 miles from the Pavilion. Access to the West Shore Trail is located at the site. |
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The Pavilion sets next to Hyalite Reservoir. The Reservoir, constructed in the late 1940s, contains cutthroat trout and arctic graying. |
| recreationDescription |
Hyalite Reservoir offers many recreational activities, including boating, canoeing and fishing. The Hyalite day use area has several picnic tables, a boat launch and ample parking. Many hiking trails are found in Hyalite Canyon, including the West Shore Trail, which can be accessed from the day use area. |