Yellowstone Gateway Communities
Elevate Your Yellowstone Experience Beyond the Park
The vibrant and charming Montana communities that surround Yellowstone National Park complete your park experience. Discover epic adventures in the ski town of Red Lodge; the arts and culture hub of Livingston; the snowmobiling escape of Cooke City; the family fun destination of West Yellowstone; and the northern gateway to outdoor recreation plus Yellowstone National Park—Gardiner.
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Livingston: Gateway to Arts and Entertainment
Livingston melds rustic charm with modern adventure and has noteworthy arts, literary, and live music scenes. Find extraordinary winter recreation, panoramic landscapes and Western allure, plus exceptional shops, galleries, dining and lodging.
Gardiner: Gateway to Outdoor Recreation
Just a stone’s throw from the park and the only park entrance open to vehicles in winter, Gardiner is your Yellowstone basecamp community, situated just south of the scenic Paradise Valley on the Yellowstone River. Explore local shops and eateries in Gardiner’s historic downtown or set out for adventure in any direction.
West Yellowstone: Gateway to Family Adventure
The destination town of West Yellowstone packs a whole lot of fun family adventure into winter, from snowshoeing, dogsledding, and snowcoach tours of the park, to an exceptional array of dining, shopping and lodging options, including plenty of kid-friendly choices.