Livingston (Montana)

Livingston retains much of its Old West history. 436 buildings are on the National Historic Register.
The railroad was the main economic power for over a century. It is the reason the towns of Wilsall and Clyde Park to the north were created.

Livingston is at the junction of Interstate 90 and US 89 along the banks of the mighty Yellowstone River and at the northern edge of Gallatin National Forest and 54 miles north of Yellowstone National Park.

The wind rider provides limited public transportation. Ride shares are also present in limited numbers. Biking is an option in good weather. Otherwise all travel needs to be by car or on horse back.

• Livingston Depot Center

  phone: +1 406 222-2300
  address: Park St
  Railroad history museum

• Roundup Rodeo

  phone: +1 406 222-3199
  address: Park County Fairgrounds
  Part of the "Gateway Rodeos", the others are held the same time in Cody, Wyoming and Red Lodge, Montana.

• Yellowstone Gateway Museum

  phone: +1 406 222-4184
  address: 118 W. Chinook St.
  Park County and Yellowstone National Park history

• Chico Hot Springs

  phone: +1 406 333-4933
  address: 163 Chico Road, Pray
  Natural hot springs. 2 pools average 96F and 103F. Dining and lodging available.

• Treasure Lanes

  phone: +1 406 222-2566
  address: 1122 West Front St.
  Bowling, pool tables

Fishing

World famous area for fly fishing, outfitters can be found in most cities and many towns and rural areas. Ask at local fly shops and check river conditions online. June is high water month due to snow melting at higher elevations so can make rivers treacherous and water muddy and difficult to fish.

Outfitters

• Dan Bailey Fly Shop

  phone: +1 406 222-1673
  address: 209 W Park St
  established in 1938 they offer a complete line of fly fishing tackle, fly-tying tools and accessories and they even have a used Rods and closeouts section..

Hiking

There are a huge number of day and over night hikes in the area. Check with local forest service offices for details and trail conditions before heading out and maybe more importantly remember to report back to them if you see something noteworthy. A fresh elk kill on the trail could mean that a bear is nearby for example. Know the 10 basics needed for all back country camping and that cell phones are not one of them, cell phones often don't work in rural mountainous areas. Topo maps are also available in local camping and fishing stores.

Regional forest service offices

• Yellowstone District 5242 Hwy 89 South Livingston, MT 59047 (406) 222-2520

• Juhnke's Montana Junk

  phone: +1 406 222-2249
  address: 227 So. Main
  Antiques

• Montana Gift Cabin

  phone: +1 406 222-7075
  address: 1 Pronghorn Dr
  Montana gifts

• Rainbow Ark

  phone: +1 406 224-3768
  address: 111 W. Callender
  Gifts

• Yellowstone River Trading Company

  phone: +1 406 222-5185
  address: 110 Centennial Dr. Suites 4 & 5
  Candy, Clothing

• Northern Pacific Beanery

  phone: +1 406 222-7288
  address: 108 W. Park St
  Cafe with home-style cooking

• Pinky's

  phone: +1 406 222-0668
  address: 109 1/2 S. Main St.
  Upscale cafe

• Rick's on Main

  phone: +1 406 222-3800
  address: 116 S. Main St.
  Fine dining

• Yellowstone Valley Grill

  phone: +1 406 333-4787
  address: 3840 Hwy 89 South
  Gourmet dining near the river

• Livingston Bar & Grille

  phone: +1 406 222-1866
  address: 130 N. Main St

• Neptune's Brewery

  phone: +1 406 222-7837
  address: 119 North L St.
  Micro Brewery since 1996, 10 brews on tap

• Whiskey Creek Saloon

  phone: +1 406 222-0665
  address: 110 N. Main St.

• The Murray Hotel

  phone: +1 406 222-1350
  address: 201 W. Park

• Yellowstone Valley Lodge

  phone: +1 406 333-4787
  address: 3840 Highway 89 South Livingston, MT
  A small, off-the-beaten-path collection of contemporary cabins and one gourmet restaurant, tucked along the banks of the Yellowstone River on a ranch style property in the Paradise Valley of Montana.

• Absaroka Guest HouseA histroical building converted into a cosy guesthouse. Rooms are clean and big enough.

• Livingston Chamber of Commerce

  phone: +1 406 222-0850
  address: 303 E. Park St