Pet-friendly road trip

Bozeman to Lamar Valley with your dog

Distance

140 mi

Driving

3 hrs

Dog breaks

About 2

The I-90, US-89 and Northeast Entrance Road run from Bozeman to Lamar Valley is 140 miles. With a dog in the back, plan a 15-minute walk every two to three hours and book a room that takes pets before you leave, so you are not searching at 10 pm.

Dog-friendly places to sleep

Turn on the pet-friendly filter on the booking page and check the pet fee before you book.

• Stays in Livingston
• Stays in Gardiner
• Stays in Lamar Valley

Pet rules at Lamar Valley

Inside Yellowstone National Park — dogs only in parking lots and paved areas.

Need a sitter while you hike? Find doggy day care near Lamar Valley.

Packing list for the dog

• Water bowl and a gallon of water, plus their usual food
• Crate or seat-belt harness for the whole drive
• Vaccination records, especially for border crossings
• Leash, waste bags and a towel for muddy paws
• Never leave a dog in a parked car, even with windows cracked

Along the way

• Wolf watching at dawn in Lamar Valley
• Bison herds along the Lamar River
• Mammoth Hot Springs terraces

Full drive guide for this route