This dirt road is a nice ride. It’s scenic. I saw a bunch of elk. And there were no other people which was nice.

Nice views of the new road that goes from Mammouth to Gardiner. Road is in good condition and just recently opened due to construction at the North Entrance gate in Gardiner.

Off the beaten path, this road is tucked behind the Mammoth hotel and winds over the hills between Mammoth and Gardiner. Great views and often see pronghorns and sometimes elk back there. This road is sometimes closed due to road conditions if there has been rain or snow. The first turn can be scary if a member of your party is afraid of heights. Just take it slow and have fun.

We travelled this in a Toyota Corolla - yes mad. However it managed fine - we even overtook a couple of very slow moving vans (they pulled over - one woman looking terrified). Fantastic views and off the beaten track. Great bird spotting area - I was told by a gent standing with binoculars on a tripod (I wondered what he was seeing that we didn't but just set up - in case). AS has been said it is one way so no chance of hitting on coming traffic unless it is four legged. Lovely drive to be recommended. One star off because I worried what my hire firm would say if I got a puncture!!

If you are going from Mammoth Hot Springs to Gardiner, take the Old Road. It is an old stage coach road (gravel) that takes you through the country and gives you some great scenery along the way. We saw several elk and pronghorn on the trip. It is one way so you don't have to worry about meeting any traffic. It is a little rough, but our mini van did fine.