Beartooth Mountains Travel Guide

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Red Lodge, Montana, USA. Foothills of Bear Tooth Mountains on a summer day with sagebrush and grassland as viewed from the Bear Tooth Mountain pass highway near Red Lodge, Montana, USA.; Shutterstock
Red Lodge, Montana, USA. Foothills of Bear Tooth Mountains on a summer day with sagebrush and grassland as viewed from the Bear Tooth Mountain pass highway near Red Lodge, Montana, USA.; Shutterstock
Adventure to me is getting to experience the incredible places that not many get to see and the journey it takes to get there. The things you learn along the way, the people you meet and the feeling of accomplishment when you reach your goal. A brutal climb at elevation, in rugged terrain, hot sun, wind gusts, rain, snow, curious bears, and pushing through the pain are all worth in the end when you see that view. These experiences make you truly grateful for the small things in life we take for granted every day such as a bed, running water, a toilet, and good quality toilet paper. My time spent in the mountains has taught me many things. To get comfortable being uncomfortable, never use bear spray down wind from a bear, be bold start cold (from a friend) and dont eat dehydrated beef stroganoff to name just a few. Each adventure teaches something new. This picture was taken 8:23pm descending from the summit of Granite Peak, the highest peak in Montana. We would have probably never seen this view if we had stuck to the original plan. We ended up hiking over 20 hours straight and encountered a bear in the middle of the night on the route back to camp. Not ideal! However, I learned to stick to the original plan and never underestimate how bad your lungs will burn and how slow you walk when you go from 1100 ft. to over 12,000 ft. in less than 48 hours, but another adventure is in the books. Climbing mountains can be absolutely torture on your mind and body and at the same time can be so rewarding. I find in the end I always want to go back for more.
Adventure to me is getting to experience the incredible places that not many get to see and the journey it takes to get there. The things you learn along the way, the people you meet and the feeling of accomplishment when you reach your goal. A brutal climb at elevation, in rugged terrain, hot sun, wind gusts, rain, snow, curious bears, and pushing through the pain are all worth in the end when you see that view. These experiences make you truly grateful for the small things in life we take for granted every day such as a bed, running water, a toilet, and good quality toilet paper. My time spent in the mountains has taught me many things. To get comfortable being uncomfortable, never use bear spray down wind from a bear, be bold start cold (from a friend) and dont eat dehydrated beef stroganoff to name just a few. Each adventure teaches something new. This picture was taken 8:23pm descending from the summit of Granite Peak, the highest peak in Montana. We would have probably never seen this view if we had stuck to the original plan. We ended up hiking over 20 hours straight and encountered a bear in the middle of the night on the route back to camp. Not ideal! However, I learned to stick to the original plan and never underestimate how bad your lungs will burn and how slow you walk when you go from 1100 ft. to over 12,000 ft. in less than 48 hours, but another adventure is in the books. Climbing mountains can be absolutely torture on your mind and body and at the same time can be so rewarding. I find in the end I always want to go back for more. #adventure
Hiking to twin lakes through a field of wildflowers with our dog.
Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel

2.5 out of 5
105 Main St Cooke City MT
The price is ฿3,975 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
฿3,975
฿4,452 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Cooke City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
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Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

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Silver Gate Lodging

Silver Gate Lodging

3 out of 5
109 US Hwy 212 W Silver Gate MT
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Silver Gate. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a picnic area. Popular attractions Yellowstone Northeast Entrance ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (217 reviews)
The cabin was so like being at home. I did notiss my home at all while here. I did not want to leave.

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

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Soda Butte Lodge

Soda Butte Lodge

2.5 out of 5
210 Main Street Cooke City MT
The price is ฿3,700 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
฿3,700
฿4,144 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cooke City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
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Silver Gate Lodging

Silver Gate Lodging

3 out of 5
109 US Hwy 212 W Silver Gate MT
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Silver Gate. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a picnic area. Popular attractions Yellowstone Northeast Entrance ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (217 reviews)
The cabin was so like being at home. I did notiss my home at all while here. I did not want to leave.

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Silver Gate Lodging
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.