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Gallatin Gateway, Montana
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 Gallatin Gateway, Montana
Location in Montana
Gallatin Gateway, Montana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Montana |
| County | Gallatin |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.95 sq mi (15.40 km2) |
| • Land | 5.85 sq mi (15.15 km2) |
| • Water | 0.10 sq mi (0.25 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,974 ft (1,516 m) |
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| • Total | 967 |
| • Density | 165.33/sq mi (63.84/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
59730
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| Area code(s) | 406 |
| FIPS code | 30-29875 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2583809 |
Gallatin Gateway is a small community in Gallatin County, Montana, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that looks like a town but doesn't have its own local government.
In 2020, about 967 people lived in Gallatin Gateway. The community is located at an elevation of about 4,974 feet (1,516 meters) above sea level.
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Location and Geography
Gallatin Gateway is found in the beautiful valley of the Gallatin River. This river flows north and eventually joins the Missouri River. The community is situated along U.S. Route 191.
This highway is important for travel in the area. If you head north on US 191, you can reach Bozeman in about 13 miles. Going south for about 28 miles will take you to Big Sky.
The total area of Gallatin Gateway is about 5.95 square miles (15.4 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
History of Gallatin Gateway
From Salesville to Gallatin Gateway
The area was first known as Salesville. It was named after Z. Sales, a pioneer who ran a saw mill business. He and his family helped establish the town on their property.
In 1927, the town's name was changed to Gallatin Gateway. This happened when The Milwaukee Road, a railroad company, made the town the end point of a train line. This line brought passengers who were traveling to Yellowstone National Park through the scenic Gallatin Canyon.
The Gallatin Gateway Inn
When the railroad arrived, a large and fancy building called the Gallatin Gateway Inn was built. This inn served as the passenger depot for the trains. It opened on June 17, 1927.
The Gallatin Gateway Inn was famous for being one of the most luxurious hotels of its time. In 1980, the Inn was recognized as a Historic Landmark. This happened after a lot of work was done to restore it to its original beauty.
Today, Gallatin Gateway has a good brick school house, some important business buildings, and comfortable homes. It continues to be a charming community with a rich history.
