Things to do in Cooke City

Activities, attractions and tours

Hiking to twin lakes through a field of wildflowers with our dog.
Hiking to twin lakes through a field of wildflowers with our dog.
Hwy between Cooke City Mt and Red Lodge Mt summer - early morning #TroverDetour
Cooke City, MT (my home) from a nearby mountain. #montana #hiking #mountains
This is at the Northeast entrance into Yellowstone National Park. I don't think this must be used anymore but they don't want you to park there.
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What to do in Cooke City

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Lulu Pass

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lulu Pass during your travels in Cooke City. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Lulu Pass

Yellowstone Northeast Entrance Station

Explore the great outdoors at Yellowstone Northeast Entrance Station, a lovely green space in Cooke City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Yellowstone Northeast Entrance Station

Rock Island Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rock Island Lake during your travels in Cooke City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Rock Island Lake

Cooke City General Store

Learn about the local history of Cooke City when you take a trip to Cooke City General Store. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Cooke City General Store

Cooke City Montana Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cooke City Montana Museum in Cooke City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Cooke City Montana Museum

Kersey Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kersey Lake during your travels in Cooke City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Kersey Lake

Vernon Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Vernon Lake during your travels in Cooke City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Vernon Lake

Miners Saloon Casino & Emporium

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Miners Saloon Casino & Emporium during your visit to Cooke City? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Miners Saloon Casino & Emporium

Ovis Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ovis Lake during your travels in Cooke City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Ovis Lake
Gardiner

Gardiner

Silver Gate View

Silver Gate

Fly fishing at the confluence of the Flathead and Spotted Bear Rivers in the Bob Marshall wilderness area during the 2017 fall fires in Montana United States

Fishtail

Yellowstone National Park featuring a river or creek and forests

Yellowstone National Park

Frequently asked questions

Is Cooke City worth visiting?
Cooke City has an interesting mix of culture, local charm and attractions. Whether you're into outdoor activities, history or traditional cuisine, there's a lot here to enjoy.
How do I spend a day in Cooke City?
Cooke City Montana Museum and Yellowstone Northeast Entrance Station are two excellent places to begin your getaway adventures. Be sure to check out the shopping and dining options in Cooke City while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Cooke City?
Don't leave without exploring Yellowstone Northeast Entrance Station, ranked the top tourist attraction in Cooke City.
Is three days enough to stay in Cooke City?
Three days will be enough time to check out many city attractions, like Yellowstone Northeast Entrance Station, Cooke City Montana Museum and Clarks Fork Trail. The average stay in Cooke City is two days. If you have the urge to extend your holiday, Silver Gate isn't far away.
Is Cooke City a walkable city?
With major attractions like Cooke City Montana Museum close by, Cooke City is every bit a place to experience on foot. Like to discover some exciting neighbourhoods within walking distance of downtown? Cooke City-Silver Gate is only 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Cooke City with kids?
If you're looking for sights and tours for all of your group, have a look at these fabulous ideas for what to do in Cooke City with kids.
What to do in Cooke City for adults?
There's no shortage of things to do in Cooke City, with experiences for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Cooke City General Store.
Are there free things to do in Cooke City?
One of the simplest ways to find free things to do in Cooke City is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on interesting neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can visit without reaching for your wallet. Cooke City Montana Museum is one place that doesn't have an entrance fee.