Declared as the busiest entrance to Yellowstone National Park, the town of West Yellowstone serves as a hub for summertime tourist traffic in and out of the Park from early May to late September. With 360 degree views of beautiful Montana landscapes, West Yellowstone serves as one of the most ideal family travel destinations boasting a plethora of activities both inside and outside the national hot spot.

With a vast amount of public land surrounding the town, West Yellowstone is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Amazing fishing, hunting, and world-class cross country skiing offer opportunities for many travelers for all seasons. Just one hour from Big Sky Resort, 'West' can accommodate most winter activities including snowmobile lovers from afar, being dubbed the "Snowmobile Capital of the World".

Founded in 1908 due to the Oregon Short Line Railroad finishing, West Yellowstone wasn't actually incorporated until 1966. Found at the bottom tip of Gallatin County and 51 miles from Big Sky, West Yellowstone has seen consistent growth since the 1930s.