Wild West Rafting
$50+Guided whitewater rafting on the Yellowstone River, launching near Yellowstone's North Entrance in Gardiner.
24 East Gate Road · Gardiner, MT
Yellowstone Hot Springs is a natural hot springs resort at 24 East Gate Road in Gardiner, Montana, roughly eight miles north of Yellowstone National Park's north entrance. It features three mineral soaking pools ranging from a hot pool around 103 to 105 degrees to a cold plunge around 60 to 65 degrees. The property is open year-round and also offers cabins, suites, RV sites and tent camping on the Yellowstone River.
General sport & outdoor guidance
Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.
Weather calls the shots
Check the forecast the morning of and keep an indoor backup in your pocket for the day it turns.
Shoes, water, sun cover
The three things that decide whether you last the whole outing or cut it short after an hour.
Parking and launches fill early
On a nice weekend, lots and trailheads are often full by mid-morning.
Daylight shrinks in shoulder season
Spring and fall visits need an earlier start than the same trip in July.
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