West Yellowstone, Montana, is a rustic mountain town nestled between National Forest lands and Yellowstone National Park. West Yellowstone is located in Southwestern Montana just 1.5 miles from Wyoming and eight miles from Idaho. We share a common border with Yellowstone National Park and are the Park's only West gateway. West Yellowstone considers itself to be the "Hub of Yellowstone Country" because of our excellent location to all the wonders of Yellowstone National Park and surrounding areas.

Mountain weather can be very unpredictable, so the trick is -- always being prepared. Dress in layers so that you can add or subtract for comfort. In winter, just use heavier layers. West Yellowstone tends to be a very sunny place. In any season, sunscreen is almost always appropriate. Springtime is more wet and cloudy; summer brings hot days and cool nights; fall is crisp and bright; while in winter our coldest nights are generally followed by our most brilliant days.

West Yellowstone Details:

Town Size: Approx. 49 square blocks
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Population: 912 year around; 1,500
   summer
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Elevation: 6666 feet
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Type of government: self government
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Medical Facilities: one year-around
   clinic served by physicians' assistants
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Emergency Services: Ambulance,
   Police, Fire and Search & Rescue
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Other Town Services:
        – Public Library
        – Social Services / Job Service
        – Parks and Recreation