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Small Towns

The Heart and Soul
of Yellowstone Country

Yellowstone Country’s small towns tell stories of heritage and heart, where rich history meets natural beauty and a culture shaped by the land and its people. Each community has its own rhythm — local flavors savored in one-of-a-kind eateries, melodies drifting from live music venues, and artistry woven into gallery walls and hand-crafted goods. From welcoming gateway communities to charming small towns, the soul of the West is alive here.

GATEWAY COMMUNITIES

Gardiner, Cooke City,
West Yellowstone

Montana is home to three of the five entrances into Yellowstone National Park, and each one is located in a gateway community that offers its own flavor of adventure.

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SMALL TOWNS OUTSIDE THE PARK

Bozeman, Big Sky, Red Lodge, Three Forks,
Livingston, Big Timber, Columbus

Choose a home base for exploration in one of our larger communities. These vibrant small towns aren’t just base camps for adventure — they’re a part of the adventure.

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Stories from Small Towns

Discover stories, tips, and insights about Montana's charming small towns.

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Gateway Communities

Montana is home to three of the five entrances into Yellowstone National Park, and each one is located in a gateway community that offers its own flavor of adventure.

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Cooke City, Gardiner, West Yellowstone

Small Towns Outside the Park

Choose a home base for exploration in one of our larger communities. These vibrant small towns aren't just base camps for adventure — they're a part of the adventure.

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Big Sky, Big Timber, Bozeman, Columbus, Livingston, Red Lodge, Three Forks

All Small Towns

Discover all the charming small towns throughout Yellowstone Country. Use the search below to find specific towns.

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