Yellowstone Country Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The historic Gallatin City Hotel is one of the oldest standing hotels in Montana at 148 years old. The hotel is just one of three structures remaining of Gallatin City in what is now Missouri Headwaters State Park. The original city was abandoned when the steamboats stopped coming up the Missouri River from Fort Benton.
The historic Gallatin City Hotel is one of the oldest standing hotels in Montana at 148 years old. The hotel is just one of three structures remaining of Gallatin City in what is now Missouri Headwaters State Park. The original city was abandoned when the steamboats stopped coming up the Missouri River from Fort Benton.
Traveling on the 89S towards Yellowstone, turn left on Mill Creek Road and follow it approximately 18 miles to the Passage Creek Trailhead. The falls are a beautiful 2.5 mile hike through a burn area from a 2007 fire. There are tons of snags but the wildflowers and smaller growth have taken over what was once a dense pine forest. Getting down to the falls is a bit of a scree scramble, but the beauty is worth the effort. #waterlust #waterfalls #Montana
This view of one of the three Spanish Lakes makes for a great #troverdetour. The 8 mile (2700 ft elevation gain) hike is intense but obviously worth it. Follow Spanish Creek all the way up the mountain from the trailhead just off the 191.
Remarkable views like this one at Twin Outlets scatter the Beaten Path trail in Montana.

The Beaten Path is a 26 mile hike that takes you from Cooke City to Rosebud, MT. As one of the prettiest hikes in the country, the Beaten Path takes you up and down a summit along cascades, 10+ waterfalls, granite canyons, and so many lakes that some of them don't have names.

Where to stay in Yellowstone Country

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Big Sky Mountain Village

If you're spending some time in Big Sky Mountain Village, Explorer Ski Lift and Big Sky Resort are top sights worth seeing.

Big Sky Mountain Village
Ousel Falls Park Trail is a 1.6 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Gallatin Gateway, MT that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels.

Spanish Peaks

While visiting Spanish Peaks, you might make a stop by sights like Cabin Ski Lift and Ousel Falls Park.

Spanish Peaks
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Downtown Bozeman

Downtown Bozeman is noteworthy for its coffee shops, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Ellen Theatre and Gallatin County Pioneer Museum.

Downtown Bozeman
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Powder Ridge

When in Powder Ridge, you can plan a visit to Explorer Ski Lift and Big Sky Resort, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Powder Ridge
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Big Sky Meadow Village

While visiting Big Sky Meadow Village, you might make a stop by sights like Historic Crail Ranch and Big Sky Golf Course.

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Lazy Acres

While Lazy Acres may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tweedy Lake and Two Top Mountain.

Lazy Acres
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bozeman

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bozeman

3 out of 5
1321 N 7th Ave Bozeman MT
The price is AU$111 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$111
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bozeman. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,145 reviews)
Great stay! The hotel was clean and comfortable, and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Everyone went above and beyond to make my stay enjoyable. I would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bozeman
The Lodge at Big Sky

The Lodge at Big Sky

3.5 out of 5
75 Sitting Bull Rd Big Sky MT
The price is AU$615 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
AU$615
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Big Sky. Enjoy 4 hot tubs, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
The staff are all so welcoming and nice. We've stayed here 2x and it's always been consistent. Very kibd and professional.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

The Lodge at Big Sky
MountainView Lodge & Suites

MountainView Lodge & Suites

2 out of 5
1121 Reeves Rd West Bozeman MT
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bozeman. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,334 reviews)
The breakfast was fresh and plentiful. The pool was refreshing plus an early morning swim made it less populated for an easy workout.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

MountainView Lodge & Suites
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.
Aspects Big Sky

Aspects Big Sky

4 out of 5
200 Misty Mountain Court Gallatin Gateway MT
Stay at this villa in Gallatin Gateway. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a sauna. Popular attractions Soldiers Chapel and Warren Miller Performing Arts Center ...
10/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
A girls weekend in Big Sky and this was the perfect choice for us. All the amenities, clean, comfortable and modern. Best of all no long list of things to do before check out. Great value.

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Aspects Big Sky
Hide-away at Yellowstone Archview

Hide-away at Yellowstone Archview

Gardiner MT
Stay at this holiday home in Gardiner. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Yellowstone National Park North Entrance ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
Perfect location, exactly what we were looking for. Great views and got to see mother bear and 2 cubs in the tree just off of our deck!Suggestion for other renters would be to reach rental during daylight hrs. As I could see it being a little confusing at night. Road to property could be a little ...

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Hide-away at Yellowstone Archview
Dreamcatcher Tipi Hotel

Dreamcatcher Tipi Hotel

2 out of 5
20 Maiden Basin Dr. Gardiner MT
Stay at this campsite in Gardiner. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the bathrooms in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (386 reviews)
Perfect

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Dreamcatcher Tipi Hotel
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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