Source: National Cemetery Administration · cem.va.gov · scraped May 2026
History of Yellowstone National Cemetery
Yellowstone National Cemetery was transferred from Yellowstone County Veterans Cemetery to the National Cemetery Administration on Memorial Day, May 26, 2014.
Notable interments
Veterans, public figures, and citizens of note buried at Yellowstone National Cemetery, listed by section and site as recorded by the National Cemetery Administration.
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Eligibility for burial at Yellowstone National Cemetery
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Burial in a VA national cemetery is open to all members of the armed forces who have met a minimum active duty service requirement and were discharged under conditions other than dishonorable.
Directions
The cemetery is located in northern Laurel, Montana. From Billings Logan International Airport, take East Airport Road to Highway 3. Turn right onto 6th Avenue North, right onto Montana Avenue and continue onto Interstate 90. Travel west on Interstate 90 (approximately eight miles) to exit 437 to I-90 E Laurel. Continue onto 1st Avenue. Turn left onto Buffalo Trail Road. The cemetery is on the right.
Floral and grounds policy
Floral arrangements accompanying the casket or urn at the time of burial will be placed on the completed grave. Fresh cut flowers may be placed on graves at any time of the year. They will be removed when they become unsightly or when it becomes necessary to facilitate cemetery operations such as mowing.
Artificial flowers and potted plants will be permitted on graves during periods when their presence will not interfere with grounds maintenance. As a general rule, holiday decorations and potted plants will be allowed on graves for a period extending 10 days before through 10 days after Easter Sunday. Memorial Day floral decorations may be placed the Friday prior to Memorial Day and must be removed by the Sunday following Memorial Day. Artificial flowers are allowed on graves starting the 2nd Saturday in October and must be removed by the 2nd Sunday in April.
Weapons policy
VA regulations 38 CFR 1.218 prohibit the carrying of firearms (either openly or concealed), explosives or other dangerous or deadly weapons while on VA property, except for official purposes, such as military funeral honors.
Possession of firearms on any property under the charge and control of VA is prohibited. Offenders may be subject to a fine, removal from the premises, or arrest.
Education and visiting programs
We are developing educational content for this national cemetery, and will post new materials as they become available. Visit the Veterans Legacy Program and NCA History Program for additional information. Thank you for your interest.
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Nearest cemeteries
The three closest veteran cemeteries to Yellowstone National Cemetery (by straight-line distance):
- Apsaalooke Veterans Cemetery — Crow Agency, MT (60 mi · open)
- Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery - Miles City — Miles City, MT (150 mi · open)
- Montana State Veterans Cemetery - Fort Harrison — Fort Harrison, MT (171 mi · open)
Nearby veteran-friendly funeral homes
The following funeral homes within a 50-mile radius of Yellowstone National Cemetery have demonstrated a commitment to serving veterans through specialized services, VA benefits coordination, or dedicated honors details.
Dahl Funeral Chapel is a premier funeral home located at 300 Highland Boulevard in Bozeman, MT. The property features well-appointed spaces including chapel and crematory. Professional offerings include burial, cremation, and preplanning, handled with the utmost care by their licensed directors. For families preferring a traditional approach, basic burial services begin at $2,795, while direct cremation is available from $2,495. The staff is experienced in coordinating with various faith traditions, specifically Christian denominations, Methodist, and Catholic.
Smith Downtown Funeral Chapel is a premier funeral home located at 925 South 27th St. in Billings, MT. The property features well-appointed spaces including funeral chapel. Professional offerings include burial services, cremation services, and specialty funeral services, handled with the utmost care by their licensed directors. General services start at $1,995. For families preferring a traditional approach, basic burial services begin at $2,155, while direct cremation is available from $1,995. The staff is experienced in coordinating with various faith traditions, specifically Methodist, Christian (Nondenominational), and Mennonite.