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This is a camera outfitter with a strong line of locally sourced goods. It carries Nikon, Canon, and Sony gear alongside pottery and huckleberry products from local artisans. Knowledgeable staff guide gear choices and help with purchases.
Top-brand gear plus authentic local wares in one stop.
Locally sourced pottery and huckleberry products
✅ SHOP IF: You want serious camera gear and locally made Montana crafts. ❌ SKIP IF: You only want generic souvenirs or non-photography items.
Camera gear (cameras, lenses, tripods, accessories); locally sourced pottery; huckleberry products
Mon–Sat 9 AM–7 PM; Sun 9 AM–6 PM. Weekday openings sometimes start at 8 AM according to alternate sources.
Christopher Balmer, owner, operates the shop and sells his own hand-signed prints on metal.
Address
16 N Canyon St, West Yellowstone, MT 59758, USA
Street parking available; limited spots.
Based on 210 Google reviews
Based on 210 guest reviews
" Staff knowledge is routinely praised; the gear range covers both budget accessories and investment-level options. Rental rates are reasonable, and the locally produced wares round out the store's Yellowstone context."
Josh Ashdown
Stopped in and picked up some supplies for my camera and found a nice used camera for my son to start taking photos. The store has everything you need which is great because there is no other choice anywhere close, fortunately this shop will have you covered. Both staff I talked with were fantastic! They had great tips, were eager to help and obviously have a passion for photography and like to share that. When we stopped back by again, my son got to show off some photos he took with his camera.This is a great shop with a great team. They will have what you need and if you want some guidance, the staff knows their stuff and will be happy to help.I plan to stop back just to say hello next time I am in town.
Tiffany
We had an amazing experience with this camera store. We rented the Vortex spotting scope and 600 mm lens for our Nikon 5300. Upon returning the equipment we were shown the Nikon CoolPix P950 and purchased it! Staff were wonderful and informative. I will definitely check out the online photography course as well. Highly recommend.
Joe Burgan
You will not find a better equipped camera store with a more informative staff for miles-literally 😁 this needs to be your first stop before entering Yellowstone to find the equipment you will need to spot and photograph the wildlife in the park. Top of the line Vortex scopes and binoculars for rent or purchase. For the photographer, amateur or professional, they have an impressive inventory of Nikon, Canon and Tamron equipment, cameras and lenses, for sale or rent. Need that 150-600 lens for wildlife photography, they have them for rent at a reasonable rate or purchase at the manufacturer set prices! The staff are well informed, able to help with you questions, purchases or set up that scope rental with a cellphone adapter. You will also find a selection of unique locally sourced items such as pottery or huckleberry items. There is also a great selection of used gear on consignment for purchase.
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The Yellowstone Camera Store is a camera outfitter with a substantial local goods component, offering high-brand gear alongside locally made pottery and huckleberry products.
Yes. Camera, lens, and Vortex optics rentals are available and described as inexpensive and convenient.
Nikon, Canon, Sony, Tamron, Tokina, Sigma, and Vortex Optics.
Yes. Locally sourced pottery and huckleberry products are carried as part of the shop’s local provenance.
Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Sat 8:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Sun 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
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