A historic town at the base of the Rockies.

With approximately 2,200 residents, western hospitality greets you here in Red Lodge, Montana, a gateway to Yellowstone Park. Red Lodge is a quaint historic town with unspoiled beauty and activities for every season.

Set against some of Montana’s highest mountain peaks, Red Lodge Ski Resort is an ideal destination for winter sports. Fly fishing, hunting, and hiking keep you active year-round with some of the wildest and rugged scenery in the nation.

We have busy summers with a bustling main street and many events. Check out the beautiful shops and galleries downtown, take a short hike right from town, or just relax at a local microbrewery. Rafting, camping, fishing, an 18-holes golf course, and tennis are all within minutes! The Beartooth Highway is a famous ride for motor enthusiasts, but you also explore the area on horseback, grab a bike or take it all in on an ATV.

Nearby forests are full of wildlife including elk, moose, mountain goats, bighorn sheep, black and grizzly bears mountain lions and wolves. Birdwatchers will love the area with golden and bald eagles, as well as sandhill cranes and blue herons visiting the area.

RED LODGE AREA – FACTS

ECONOMY – Carbon County was named for the vast coal deposits underlying the county. Coal mining was the major industry for many years. Agriculture, recreation, and tourism are major contributors to the present day economy. Over 240 businesses are located in Red Lodge, including many professional offices. A first-class post office and health facilities add vital services to the business community.

ALTITUDE AND WEATHER – The elevation of Red Lodge is 5,555 feet. The annual rainfall in the area is 22 inches. Red Lodge, in a sample 30 year period, averaged only 3 days per year with a maximum of 90 degrees or warmer and 26 days a year of temperatures of zero or colder. Red Lodge snowfall averages 52 inches per year, and there is an average of 105 frost-free days between June and September.

TRANSPORTATION – Red Lodge is situated 60 miles south of Billings. Car rentals are available in Billings at Logan International Airport or through your travel agency.

PUBLIC INFORMATION – The Red Lodge Area Chamber of Commerce Visitor’s Center is located on the north side of Red Lodge where one will find information, restrooms and public telephones.

ACCOMMODATIONS – A variety of accommodations include motels, condominiums, a historic hotel, bed and breakfast lodgings, and AirB&Bs are available. There are two private campgrounds with water, electricity, pumping station, and showers. More than 700 units are available at nearby National Forest campgrounds.

DINING – Red Lodge has plenty of dining options, from fast food service to elegant dining at several exceptional restaurants. We particularly like Prerogative Kitchen, The Wild Table, and Cattail Bakery!

Content provided by: Red Lodge Montana Chamber of Commerce