Gardiner’s small-town Montana charm, natural splendor, and abundant wildlife truly make it a unique "home on the range" for our 800 or so year-round residents. Nestled between the Absaroka-Beartooth and the Gallatin Mountain Ranges, this area is home to one of the most diverse collections of large wildlife species in the country, including bison, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, elk, pronghorn, grizzly bears, black bears, and wolves. It is its year-round access to the "American Serengeti"—Yellowstone's Northern Range—that differentiates Gardiner from other Yellowstone gateway communities. The town also enjoys Montana's first access to the wild and scenic Yellowstone River—the longest free-flowing river in the lower 48 states.
Gardiner is a full-service town—without any big box stores. Our merchants pride themselves on providing everything you need for an enjoyable stay, from groceries to shopping to auto repair. To see our full range of services, check out our Gardiner Chamber member listings.