Gallatin Canyon
Gallatin Canyon in southwest Montana is a dramatic natural passage along <geocode>U.S. Route 191</geocode> — offering powerful river views and access to Big Sky and Yellowstone National Park.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Mountain West |
| Subregion | Northern Rockies |
| Country | United States |
| State | Montana |
| County | Gallatin County |
| District | Gallatin Valley |
| City | Bozeman |
| Timezone | AmericaDenver |
| Latitude | 45.583 |
| Longitude | -111.366 |
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7:15 PM LOCAL TIMEGallatin Canyon is a rugged, glacial-carved valley that follows the Gallatin River between the high elevations of the Bridger Range and the volcanic slopes of the Gallatin Range. The canyon forms a key north-south route — primarily <geocode>U.S. Route 191</geocode> — linking the university town of Bozeman with Big Sky resort and the northern entrance to Yellowstone National Park. The corridor is characterized by steep walls, rushing water, and notable features like Saddle Pass and Pompestown campground. While largely a transit route, the canyon provides dramatic scenic stops, trailheads for nearby alpine hikes, and access to raft outfitters and fishing.
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