Rock Creek Resort

This lodge and adjacent condos overlook the rushing Rock Creek in a lovely, landscaped garden setting. We had considered cancelling our early July stay here, as three weeks previously, the town of Red Lodge and Yelllowstone Park had been flooded; local bridges and motels were washed out and the two north entrances to Yellowstone and the Beartooth highway were damaged and closed indefinitely. Cheery staff assured us that the damaged local roads and bridges were already reopened and that there was still good hiking outside the park. Since the lodge’s restaurant, the Piney Dell, had been closed for some time, and the closest restaurant being five miles in town, I called to make sure our room had a microwave and refrigerator. As it did not, the front desk offered a complimentary upgrade to a studio, overlooking the Creek. Our three-day stay was very nice – our studio was spacious, with a murphy bed, living area and balcony. The indoor pool with jacuzzi were sparkling. A continental breakfast, with plain yogurt and berries, muffins, coffee and juice, cereals, coffee and tea were provided. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We learned that the property was for sale, and so hope that the new owners will re-open the restaurant -- essential to have if you are calling yourself a resort.