This townhome is a comfortable place to unwind after a busy day exploring the Yellowstone region. Paradise Valley is located between the historic communities of Livingston and Gardiner, Montana and is flanked by the Gallatin Range to the west and the towering Absaroka Mountains to the east. The iconic Yellowstone River meanders through the valley on its 671 mile journey to the Missouri River along the border of Montana and North Dakota. Enjoy access to numerous hiking trails, incredible fly fishing and one the area's premier destinations, Chico Hot Springs. From Paradise Valley it's just a short drive to Yellowstone's North Entrance and America's first National Park. Adventure awaits around every corner.

Spend an epic day on the Madison River with a local fly fishing guide. Ryan Eisfeldt is the owner of 3D Fly Fishing in Bozeman, Montana and has spent twenty years guiding visitors on this world-class blue ribbon trout stream.

Ryan Eisfeldt, Owner

Email: 3dflyfishing@gmail.com

Phone: +1-406-580-5922

These award-winning maps from Beartooth Publishing highlight some of the best recreational areas in Montana, Wyoming and Arizona. You'll find maps for Bozeman, Big Sky, Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Jackson Hole and many more. Click on the logo or the sample map below to visit their website for the complete list of high-quality recreational topographic maps.

Up-A-Creek Paddle Company makes durable, lightweight, hand-crafted paddles for use on the water, or as colorful home decorations. Provide your own unique artwork, or purchase one of their ready-made designs directly from their website. Click the artwork below to visit their online store. Mike is a long-time friend and the owner of the company. We attended college together in New Paltz, New York many, many years ago.

Hyalite Reservoir is a favorite recreational hub located just south of Bozeman, Montana. There are miles of hiking trails, plenty of opportunities for fishing and a variety of Forest Service campgrounds surrounded by the towering Gallatin Mountains.

The Gallatin Canyon and the famed Gallatin River (A River Runs Through It) are situated along US HWY 191 between Bozeman and the resort town of Big Sky, Montana. The canyon is home to world-class fly fishing, exciting whitewater rafting, zipline adventures and dozens of day hiking and backpacking trails that wander into the surrounding national forests.

The town of Big Sky is located 45 miles south of Bozeman and provides visitors with epic downhill and backcountry skiing, mountain biking, golfing, day hiking, cross-country skiing and horseback riding. Lone Mountain offers a stunning backdrop to this bustling resort town set in the Madison Range of Southwestern Montana. There are a variety of family friendly restaurants, unique art galleries and shops representing the area's many local artists. Just south of Big Sky is a scenic stretch of highway that passes along the western edge of Yellowstone National Park. Intrepid day hikers can explore the myriad of hiking trails that lead further into the backcountry of this iconic park and into the rugged high country of the Gallatin Range. The opportunities for adventure are endless.

Cody Wyoming is still the rugged and historic gateway community located just to the east of Yellowstone National Park. Experience genuine wild west rodeos, a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities like kayaking, fly fishing, whitewater rafting and horseback riding with all the trappings of an authentic western town. Sample the local cuisine in downtown Cody or retreat to one of the many guest ranches that are a charming reminder of the area's western heritage. Wander through the Buffalo Bill Center of the West and you'll be guided through the region's rich and colorful history. Cody is a place where storytelling is still an art and cowboys are just part of the scenery.

The scenic Beartooth Highway  (US HWY 212) is the highest road in both Wyoming and Montana and reaches an altitude of 10,947 ft. This National Scenic Byway was completed in 1936 and provides access to Yellowstone National Park from the town of Red Lodge, Montana. The road is open from Memorial Day weekend through mid-October but it's always best to check the local conditions beforehand (see the link below). This nearly 70 mile stretch of road begins in the lush forests near the town of Red Lodge and climbs steadily through dozens of switchbacks to the wind swept tundra high in the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. Upon reaching the summit there are a myriad of crystal clear lakes to explore, stunning mountain vistas and hundreds of miles of hiking trails to explore. The area is home to both black and grizzly bears, elk, deer, moose, bighorn sheep and mountain goats. Plan on spending an extra day or two here to explore all that this area has to offer. Click here for Beartooth Highway road conditions.

The Chief Joseph Scenic Byway (US HWY 296) provides another very scenic route to Yellowstone's northeast entrance from Cody, Wyoming. The highway is named after Chief Joseph, the leader of the Nez Perce tribe who led his people on a journey of 1,170 miles as they fled the U.S. Army following the Battle of the Big Hole in 1877. The highway traverses Dead Indian Pass at just over 8,000 ft. which provides stunning views of the surrounding national forests. There are opportunities to fish along the beautiful Clarks Fork Yellowstone River and plenty of hiking trails into the remote backcountry of the Shoshone National Forest. This is a very quiet stretch of road that eventually connects with the Chief Joseph Highway and there are no amenities. You'll find a handful of well-developed campgrounds but you should be prepared to carry the essentials if you plan to stay for any length of time. This is another special place to explore on the way to your adventures in Yellowstone National Park.