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Named after the U.S. Treasury Secretary, Albert Gallatin, the Gallatin River is 120 miles long and is one of three rivers that forms the Missouri River. Considered one of the best whitewater rafting runs in the Yellowstone area, visitors from all over flock to the challenge. The scenic river winds through mountainous meadows and descends into the Gallatin Canyon.

It is a popular destination for fly fishing where mountain whitefish, brown trout and rainbow trout are popular fish species that are found. Visitors are urged to take in the incredible scenery while zip lining, kayaking or camping in traditional Native American teepee style on the many campsites along the river.

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