Ennis Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Ennis showing landscape views, a sunset and tranquil scenes
Cradled by three mesmerizing mountain ranges, this traditional Old West town is famed for its rivers brimming with trout and its cowboy charm.

Spend a little time in Ennis and you’ll quickly find out why the town’s anglers, cowboys and mountain gazers came to stay. Skirted by the legendary Madison River, Ennis is a scenic valley town with some of the state’s best fishing. Explore downtown Ennis to get to know the charming Western town and head out into the great outdoors to find majestic mountain ranges, fast-flowing rivers and serene lakes.

A stroll down Ennis’ downtown strip will introduce you to some of the town’s premier attractions. Take the Ennis Walking Art Tour to see some of the town’s excellent public artworks, including bronze sculptures and stained-glass pieces. Stop by one of the local galleries to admire Western art and intriguing pieces by regional artisans. Learn about the region’s heritage at the Madison Valley History Museum. Take a break at a local café and stop by the farmers market to sample some of the valley’s acclaimed fresh produce.

If you’re a keen fisher or just want to try your hand at hooking one of the Madison River’s fabled trout, you’ll have no trouble getting equipped in Ennis. Tackle shops, outfitters, fly specialists and anglers’ stores are all readily available downtown. Join a charter tour or go boating around the local river system to try your luck. Other than the mighty Madison, you’ll find Bear Creek, North Willow Creek, Elk River and Hyde Creek. Check out Cliff and Wade lakes, or discover the intriguing phenomenon of Earthquake Lake. This lake was created after the quakes of 1959 and has an on-site visitor centre.

Ennis is located in southwest Montana and is a 15-minute drive from the Ennis-Big Sky Airport. The town has a variety of accommodation options, from hunting lodges to riverside cabins. It is conveniently located on the route between West Yellowstone and the interstate highway.

Whatever the season, you’ll find recreation and adventure in Ennis’ surrounding mountains. Take in views of the Madison Range, the Gravelly Range and the Tobacco Root Mountains from town, or head to the ski resorts in nearby Big Sky.

Where to stay in Ennis

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Shining Mountains

If you're spending some time in Shining Mountains, Big Sky Resort and Madison River are top sights worth seeing.

Shining Mountains
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Virginia City Ranches

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Sportsmans Lodge
Sportsmans Lodge
3 out of 5
310 North Main St, Ennis, MT
The price is AU$164 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$164
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3-star lodge in Ennis. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Wildlife ...
7.6/10 Good! (236 reviews)
"Mtns"

Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2024

Sportsmans Lodge
Red Bear Inn
Red Bear Inn
2.5 out of 5
204 N Main St, Ennis, MT
The price is AU$193 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$193
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this motel in Ennis. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (322 reviews)
"shower exhaust fan in the room below me sounded like a small block chevy idling in my bathroom. bad vibrations in room 203. Didnt know to wear ear plugs in the morning but the property was quiet otherwise"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2024

Red Bear Inn
Whitewater Inn
Whitewater Inn
2 out of 5
47214 Gallatin Road, A quarter mile south of MT 64, Gallatin Gateway, MT
Stay at this ski hotel in Gallatin Gateway. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (725 reviews)
"I think it’s very good"

Reviewed on 15 Oct. 2023

Whitewater Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Grey Wolf Cabin #6 at Gallatin Canyon Cabins
Grey Wolf Cabin #6 at Gallatin Canyon Cabins
Gallatin Gateway
Stay at this cabin in Gallatin Gateway. Enjoy WiFi, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attraction Little Bear School House Museum is located nearby. Discover ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"The refrigerator/freezer needs attention"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2024

Grey Wolf Cabin #6 at Gallatin Canyon Cabins
Sweet condo 3 bedroom near MSU, downtown Bozeman
Sweet condo 3 bedroom near MSU, downtown Bozeman
Bozeman
Stay at this condo in Bozeman. Enjoy WiFi, onsite parking, and barbecue grills. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Montana ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
Convenient and clean
"This place is clean and convenient. The kitchen was well appointed and had olive oil, condiment and coffee. The owner was very responsive. The only downside was the road noise. We moved to the back bedroom and that was a bit quieter. Overall I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2024

Sweet condo 3 bedroom near MSU, downtown Bozeman
Cozy carriage house in Bozeman, 3 miles to downtown
Cozy carriage house in Bozeman, 3 miles to downtown
Bozeman
Stay at this apartment in Bozeman. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a Smart TV. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Magic ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
Great location
"We enjoyed our stay! The weather was 65 degrees one day and woke up to snow the next day. Gotta love March in Montana!"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2024

Cozy carriage house in Bozeman, 3 miles to downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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