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Gallatin-Gateway
Eden Index
Climate
6.9
•
Recreation
2.6
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.6/10
Gallatin-Gateway is a small town in southwestern Montana known for its picturesque surroundings and ample outdoor recreation opportunities. The climate in this region is generally cool and dry, with relatively mild summers and cold winters. The Gallatin and Madison Rivers flow through the area, providing opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and other water sports. The region is also home to several hiking trails, including the popular Gallatin Crest Trail and the Hyalite Peak Trail. Outdoor enthusiasts can also enjoy skiing and snowboarding at nearby Big Sky Resort during the winter months. The area is known for its beautiful mountain scenery, including the towering peaks of the Bridger and Madison Ranges.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 6.9
Gallatin-Gateway receives approximately
733mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 63%
and air temperatures averaging around
4°C.
Gallatin-Gateway has a plant hardyness factor of
4, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
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Area Rivers
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Snowpack Depths
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Reservoir Storage Capacity
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Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.6
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moose Creek Flat | 15 | 5,716 ft | |||
| Spire Rock | 22 | 5,608 ft | |||
| Langohr | 12 | 6,137 ft | |||
| Tom Miner | 16 | 7,117 ft | |||
| Greek Creek | 15 | 5,634 ft | |||
| Swan Creek | 13 | 5,831 ft | |||
| Red Cliff | 68 | 6,306 ft |
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI):
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.