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Yankee Jim Picnic Area

Emigrant, Montana · Park County · Facility

A picnic area along the Yellowstone River on the Gardiner District. Picnic sites:3Accessible Facilities:TablesToiletTrash Pickup: NoFirewood: NoInformation:Gardiner OfficeP.O. Box 5; 805 Scott St.Gardiner, MT 59030(406) 848-7375

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Yankee Jim Picnic Area

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High67°F
Avg Low46°F
Peak Rain Chance35%
Humidity62%
UV (avg)5
Air Quality46 · Good
Today
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Rain
62°/52°
💧 35%🌬 9mph
5:40 AM9:01 PM
Sun
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Drizzle
56°/48°
💧 29%🌬 10mph
5:39 AM9:02 PM
Mon
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Light Drizzle
67°/44°
💧 23%🌬 14mph
5:39 AM9:03 PM
Tue
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Overcast
71°/43°
💧 7%🌬 12mph
5:38 AM9:04 PM
Wed
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Overcast
79°/45°
💧 6%🌬 6mph
5:38 AM9:05 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Yankee Jim Picnic Area

A picnic area along the Yellowstone River on the Gardiner District. Picnic sites:3Accessible Facilities:TablesToiletTrash Pickup: NoFirewood: NoInformation:Gardiner OfficeP.O. Box 5; 805 Scott St.Gardiner, MT 59030(406) 848-7375

Plan Your Visit to Yankee Jim Picnic Area

Heading to Yankee Jim Picnic Area? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Yankee Jim Picnic Area?

No central reservation system listed for Yankee Jim Picnic Area. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10071138) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Yankee Jim Picnic Area?

15 mi N of Gardiner on US 89