Frog Rock

Just to the east of Bozeman, perched on the northern edge of Chestnut Mountain and acting as the guardian of Bozeman Pass, is Frog Rock. Although this massive limestone rock formation mainly attracts climbers a short and simple spur trail that branches off the Chestnut Mountain trail leads to a neat overlook near the butt of the frog providing unique views of the pass and Gallatin Valley. The trail climbs only 500' over 2.3 miles making it accessible to even the most novice of hikers. Technical climbing skills are required to make it beyond the overlook but the top of the frog may be accessible by following the Chestnut Mountain trail further and then backtracking along the ridge.