Livingston, MT may be the most famous small town in Montana. And while you may not have heard its name if you’ve ever seen the movie, A River Runs Through It, starring Brad Pitt, you most certainly have caught a glimpse of Livingston, Montana.
Livingston is considered the original gateway town to Yellowstone National Park. Incorporated in 1882 and named after Johnston Livingston, a stockholder, and director of the Northern Pacific Railroad (NPR).
When Yellowstone National Park was established, the NPR began heavily promoting its stop in Livingston as the ideal place to start a visit to the first national park.
Livingston has long been an agricultural community. And while Livingston still has remnants of the railroad boom that it started from, the town today is supported by a strong farming and ranching industry.
However, it is also home to many well-known artists and writers and is even the home of Montana’s poet laureate, Mark Gibbons (who is also a local farrier).
Today, Livingston is teeming with tourists, but still has that old west charm. Walk down Main Street and you’ll find cafes, restaurants, art galleries, and saloons.
The town still serves as a gateway to Yellowstone National Park, but it also serves as the starting point for many other great Montana adventures.
In this article, we will take a closer look at Livingston, Montana, including accommodations, activities, and the local culture, so that you can get the most out of your next visit.
Your Guide to Livingston, Montana
