Pop Up Tent Camper, We Set Up, Use in Gardiner Area Only

Folding trailerGardiner, MT
Sleeps 5
9 ft. long
Offers delivery

We will set up the trailer ready for you to move in so you can "hit" the park right away - at no extra fee. Don't have a campsite? Check out Custer Gallatin National Forest Eagle Creek Campground in Gardiner which can be reserved on Recreation dot gov or US Forest Service Canyon Campground 14 miles west of Gardiner which is first come, first serve only.BTW, the trailer is free Friday nights (religious preference on our part).Our unit sleeps five with one queen bunk, a full size bunk, and a small dinette bed for one measuring 38" x 68." With a dinette for eating or games, prep your meals on the stove that can be placed on the counter or hung outside for an alfresco meal. It can be hooked directly to the trailer propane tank so no tiny propane bottles to deal with (woohoo!). It is well stocked with kitchen items, basic supplies, all in easily manageable tubs for safe bear keeping (see details below and photos). Oh, and we provide one can of bear spray, as well.You will want to bring along your personal camping gear (sleeping bags, pillows, etc.), toiletries, food, paper plates, cups, plastic silverware, paper napkins, etc., if you prefer disposable. The kitchen faucet pumps from the 16-gallon fresh water tank (well sanitized with new plumbing), and we’ve included a counter top water jug, with a spigot, for your convenience. Just as with a regular tent, it has no hot water heater ;-), but it definitely has a heater for those cold mornings and evenings.Any chance you need additional camping equipment? Say, an “emergency” or "night" composting potty? A portable propane fire pit? A generator? Have a Cpap? Ask us about potential accommodations. Need a guide? We may be able to help with that, too. Contact me for our "Newbie Yellowstone Tips" web page address, which is constantly updated with more information than necessary or absorbable ;-)Note: Just as with any tent camp sites, all campgrounds require food to be kept in your personal vehicle or the provided bear box, not left in the tent trailer, therefore we recommend your bring food tubs and a cooler for refrigerated items, which makes that transition much easier. Our web page also has information on "Food/Eats in Yellowstone." Just ask. What's included• Trailer rental includes the following, so you don’t have to pack them – the highlights are BEAR SPRAY and MOM'S SURVIVAL KIT ;-) While "setting it up," we continually add useful items. Check back as you pack.Six plates, six bowls, four ceramic mugs, two metal mugs, six tumblers. We have no coffee pot but pans for making hot water and two large tea strainers to brew your hot beverages. Two frying pans, one larger strainer pan, one small saucepan (all have non-stick coating for easier camping clean-up), serving bowls, cook stove toaster, measuring cups/spoons, storage containers, kitchen towels/dishcloths, dish mat, three hot pads, sponges, five knives, cutting board, whisk, two tongs, serving spoons, peeler, turner, slotted spoon, chip clips, toothpicks, variety of zip lock bags, foil, and last but not least – two double marshmallow roasters! Oh, and a carry basket for your convenience should you decide to wash dishes at the dish cleaning station.Basics: mirror, hand sanitizer, liquid hand soap, dish soap, “emergency” shampoo and insect spray, salt, small white and brown sugars, spray oil, baking soda, variety of spices (see list below) with blue organizer, disinfectant wipes, wet ones, and trash bags.Spices: Italian, garlic and onion powders, salt free seasoning (actually not bad!), tomato basil, cilantro lime, Tajin, no black pepper.Mom’s survival kit - first aid kit with cold pack, kid’s allergy medication (adults can take it, too), and oral thermometer. Don’t forget your Epi-pen if you have one.Hammock, color books, colored pencils, cording and clothes pins, pens, sticky notes, household gloves, books, "emergency" laundry bag.Games: Skip-Bo (counting game), Monopoly Deal (abbreviated Monopoly with a twist, so the games are much faster), and Old Maid (for littler ones).Umbrella, new fire extinguisher, mosquito zapper, fly swatter, assorted broom/dustpans, BEAR SPRAY, ergonomic lighter, two fresh water hoses, tent trailer instructions (just in case).RecommendationsActivities In Yellowstone (Grand Teton is a whole other topic - contact for that info):This is a HUGE amount of information, so if you'd like to view this section in your browser, please contact us for the web page address:We encourage new visitors to take AT LEAST one to two days for thermal features, the same for Canyon and Hayden scenic and wildlife viewing, and the same again for Lamar Valley and Mammoth – you still won’t see it all. Also consider visiting the Beartooth Pass (10,900-ft pass to Red Lodge) and nearby Chief Joseph Scenic Byway, as well as East Gate access to Pahaska Lodge and Museum, and the Buffalo Bill Dam toward Cody, WY.One could easily spend all day at Upper Geyser Basin (Old Faithful) and Norris Geyser Basin each if you walk all the trails and see all the thermal features. All that being said, you can easily spend two weeks and not be satisfied to have adequately seen the park ;-)Wildlife- Lamar Valley, Hayden Valley, east of Fishing Bridge to Lake Butte Overlook. Some of the animals seen are: fox, coyotes, wolves, moose, bear, goats, big horn sheep, Harlequin ducks (May and June at LeHardy Rapids), bull snakes (rare), Uinta ground squirrels, marmots, and one of our favorites - badgers.Thermal Features, Geysers, Pools, and Fumaroles-
There are thousands of thermal features, so in the interest of NOT overwhelming us all, I'll mention a few key must-see features. By the way, we ALWAYS carry bear spray even on the boardwalks. They too appreciate an easy path.
Mammoth boardwalks, Mammoth Visitor Center and museum, and be sure to venture the hall behind the Ranger's Desk for up close wildlife scenes. The Yellowstone Forever store inside has a wildlife map similar to my notated one but professionally printed with species highlights on the back for about $7. It's a worthy purchase and great souvenir.*Norris Geyser Basin and Steamboat Geyser,
*Firehole River Drive - south of Madison Junction,
*Firehole Lake Drive and Great Fountain Geyser, by far our favorite – head and shoulders above all the others. It erupts about every 12 hours. Be sure to wait it out once it's started, as it will recharge and erupt several times in a row. The road was closed due to flooding in 2022 and 2023, but it can be walked (about 20 minutes from the south access), or it can be bicycled.
*Midway geyser Basin and the famous Grand Prismatic Spring. Because it’s dramatically gorgeous, there is often a mile-long line of cars waiting just to get into the parking lot. Roadside parking is often full as well. To really see it, we drive a couple minutes south to the . . . overlook.
*Grand Prismatic Spring overlook parking area and hike the half-mile trail, which is a nice wide trail with a significant, but not too long, uphill at the end. Please plan at least an hour or more and watch for bison on or near the trail.
*Biscuit Basin
*Black Sands Basin
*Old Faithful Inn,
*Old Faithful Geyser
*Upper Geyser Basin - Riverside and Grand Geyser - Both are located close together in the Upper Geyser Basin at Old Faithful. Castle Geyser, Beehive, and the Grotto are on the same walk and are really quite cool, as well.
*Kepler Cascades - Between Old Faithful and Grant Village, it's a quick and pretty stop. Say hi to the resident raven that sits begging in the parking lot - note that it's a serious fine (I believe up to $5000) to feed ANY animal in the park.
*West Thumb Basin - usually last on our list if time constraints
Hiking - The following trails are about two miles or less (rt = round trip):
*Storm Point (a favorite of ours traversing multiple ecosystems - 2 mile loop), *Wraith Falls (1/2 mile),
*Artist's Paint Pots (1 mile),
*Pelican Creek Nature Trail loop (1/2 mile loop),
*Lake Overlook Trail (1.7 mile loop),
*Mud Volcano upper loop (0.6 mile loop),
*Natural Bridge (1.4 miles rt),
*Grand Prismatic overlook (1.2 miles each way),
*Daisy trail (1.5 miles rt),
*North or South Rim of the Grand Canyon (goes forever),
*Trout Lake (1.2 miles rt),
*Fairy Falls (2.4 miles one way), and
*Mystic Falls (2.5 miles rt).
*Elephant back near Lake Village has an elevation gain of 800 feet in 1.5 miles and turns into a look after 0.8 miles. The views overlooking the lake are spectacular!
Longer hikes: Pebble Creek Trail, upper at Warm Creek and lower at Pebble Creek Trailhead by the campground, as well as *Solfatara on the west side, are twelve and thirteen miles respectively but beautiful hikes even at the very beginning. Just turn around when tired :-)Flowers-
Yellowstone's unsurpassed wildflower season is very dependent on winter's wane but generally runs from mid-May into early July. Dunraven Pass is stunning mid June and Beartooth Highway in later June.
Other things to notePlease contact us with any number of questions. You cannot "bug" us too much, and we are happy to help.
Cindy and Dan

Meet your host, Daniel

Member since 2024

Dan, a retired steel fabricator, and Cindy, a retired RN (hmmm, explains that Mom's Survival Kit), have spent so many months in Yellowstone and Grand Tetons since 2018 that they just decided to move to Gardiner at the North Gate. Their main joy in life is to decrease newbie's stress when trying to take in the 2.2 million-plus acres over just a few days stay and to watch children's broad smile as the grizzly bear or wolf becomes up "close and personal" through the eyepiece of a scope or binoculars. The Buell's love to be the go-to persons, and since lodging can be so complicated and expensive, this is the Buell's invitation (along with their local insight) to those who choose this fantastic place to hide away from busy schedules, to seek rest and peace in God's amazing Creation. Dan and Cindy would love for you to see "their world," so they offer a cozy little "home away from home" for your peace of mind. Blessings.

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Features

2001 Viking Saga
  • Sleeps 5
  • Gross weight: 1,445 lbs

Amenities

  • Generator
  • Solart
  • Stove
  • Dining Table
  • Potable water
  • Pots and pans
  • Dishes and utensils
  • Cooking basics

Rules and policies

  • Not pet friendly
  • No music festivals
  • No tailgating
  • No smoking
  • Unlimited mileage
  • 2 generator hours / day
24/7 roadside assistance
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Add-ons

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Generator
2000 Watt Suitcase Type Gas Generator
CA$14.40
/per day
Propane Fire Pit
Includes 2.5 gallon propane tank
CA$14.40
/per day

Availability and rates

There’s a 4 night minimum stay

Fees
  • Security deposit: CA$720.00 (refundable)
  • Prep fee: CA$216.00. This fee will cover preparing, sanitizing, set up, and delivery.
Pop Up Tent Camper, We Set Up, Use in Gardiner Area Only

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Gardiner, Montana

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