Gardiner, Montana

Gardiner is the perfect launching point for all your outdoor activities, located next to the Yellowstone River, at the North Entrance of Yellowstone National Park, just 120 miles from Red Lodge.

  • Gardiner is located at the North Entrance of Yellowstone Park, 120 miles from Red Lodge. 
  • Use Gardiner as your base to explore the park or wilderness areas.
  • Fish or float Yellowstone River. 
  • Explore the mountains on horseback, in hiking boots, or snowshoes. 
  • Featuring eateries, lodging facilities, shops and other services.

Overview

Gardiner is an outdoorsperson's paradie, surrounded by the Absoroka-Beartooth and Gallatin Wildernesses, and located at the North Entrance of Yellowstone National Park. Gardiner offers year-round outdoor activities and a range of dining, lodging, and other service facilities.

Location

Situated at the North Entrance of Yellowstone National Park, 120 miles southwest of Red Lodge.

Services/Amenities

Lodging – Choose from hotels, motels, lodges, guest houses, RV parks and campgrounds.

Dining – Featuring fine and casual dining, cafes, coffee shops, and saloon.

Shopping – Purchase sporting good equipment, fine art, jewelry, gifts, and other merchandise.

Other Amenities

  • Service Station/Gas
  • Banks
  • Medical Service
  • Airport
  • Laundromat 

Activities

Hiking/Backpacking
Explore Gallatin Wilderness and Absoroka-Beartooth Wilderness...not to mention Yellowstone National Park.

Fishing
Fish in the high-country, float a river, or cruise a lake with trolling lines.

Wildlife Viewing
Surrounded by such abundant wilderness, commonly sited animals in the Gardiner area include elk, coyotes, black bears and Grizzly Bears, antelope and big horn sheep.

Guided Tours
Try a rafting trip, guided backpacking adventure, or a range of other offered tours.

Horseback Riding
Saddle up with one of several outfitters for a guided ride into the mountains.

Attractions

Yellowstone National Park
Situated at its North Entrance, Gardiner provides immediate access to Yellowstone's vast and spectacular wilderness.

Absoroka-Beartooth Mountain Ranges
Explore these dramatic mountain ranges on foot, horseback or take a scenic drive on the Chief Joseph or Beartooth Highways.

Gallatin National Forest
Another great location for outdoor recreation, minus Yellowstone crowds.

Getting Here

Gardiner, MT is 120 miles from Red Lodge.

Directions from Red Lodge (via Yellowstone National Park): Travel southwest on US-212 for 70 miles, passing through Wyoming and Montana, into Wyoming again. Turn right on Grand Loop Road and travel 18 miles before turning right on US-89 towards Montana. Continue 5 miles.

View the local providers:

Situated on the banks of the Yellowstone River with spectacular mountain and river views. Suites and kitchenette rooms available. Pets Welcome.
Phone (307) 733-5681
Mountain view rooms, rafting, fishing and horseback riding available. 3 indoor public hot tubs. Limited free breakfast items available in restaurant.
Phone (307) 733-5681
Let our family take care of yours. Comfortable air-conditioned rooms, satellite TV and pet-friendly.
Phone (307) 733-5681
Crevice Mountain Lodge : Gardiner, MT
Enjoy the relaxing quietude of a rustic Bed and Breakfast overlooking Yellowstone National Park. Experience the wonderful wilderness with hikes, gold hunts, and campfires.
Website  | Phone : (406) 223-0148
Gardiner Guest House : Gardiner, MT
Tucked away near Yellowstone is this 1903 Victorian Bed & Breakfast. Enjoy true Montana hospitality and start your day off right with a wonderful breakfast.
Website  | Phone : (406) 848-9414
Montana Buffalo Co. : Gardiner, MT
Located in gorgeous Gardiner, Montana! Montana Buffalo Company is popular for it's lodging services as well as its wildness tours.
Website  | Phone : (406) 848-7007
Located alongside the Yellowstone River, this fully appointed RV park includes spacious sites, convenient showers, and on-site laundry facilities.
Website  | Phone : (406) 848-7496

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