Roosevelt Arch

Montana


Gardiner’s most photographed sight is the park’s northwestern entry gate, dedicated by Teddy Roosevelt himself on April 25, 1903, and inscribed with Congress’ words: ‘For the benefit and enjoyment of the people.’


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