“Our pace of life is as unique as the extremely spectacular wilderness that surrounds us. Cooke City, Silver Gate, and Colter Pass residents have varied backgrounds and stories, but all love the area with a passion.”

–Cooke City Chamber of Commerce

Explore Cooke City, Montana – Gateway to Yellowstone’s Lamar Valley

Cooke City is home to the closest entrance to Yellowstone National Park’s world-famous Lamar Valley and offers the least crowded access point to the park. This is one of the last truly wild places to explore, with year-round access and endless opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, backcountry adventures, and outdoor recreation.

Surrounded by pristine wilderness and breathtaking mountain scenery, Cooke City—along with nearby Colter Pass and Silver Gate—offers a unique experience for visitors. With a year-round population of about 100 residents and around 300 in the summer, this close-knit community is deeply connected to its roots, with an economy strongly anchored in tourism.

Whether you’re planning a Yellowstone road trip, seeking snowmobiling and winter recreation, or looking for summer hiking and fishing adventures, Cooke City is your perfect base camp for exploring the Greater Yellowstone region.