When the weather warms up in Montana, do you head to one of our lakeside communities or famous resort towns? If so, we’ll let you in on a little secret: there’s really nothing like spending a summer weekend in a small mountain town, especially one that happens to be close to an abundance of outdoor attractions.
If you’ve never visited Livingston in the summer, you’re missing out. This charming little city shines even brighter under the light of the sun.
Livingston is located in Park County, and it’s only about a 35-minute drive from Bozeman.
Livingston Area Chamber / Facebook But Livingston definitely has more of a laid-back vibe (and a fraction of the population).
For a small city, Livingston has a lot to offer: museums, shops, galleries, live theater, music, and plenty of restaurants and bars.
Tracy Hunter / Flickr And of course, it’s much more fun to walk around town exploring on a warm, sunny day.
If you enjoy hiking, fishing, and other outdoor adventures, this is the perfect jumping-off point.
Hannes Niedner / alltrails.com There are some fantastic hikes, like the Pine Creek Falls Trail, located within a few minutes of town. And the Yellowstone River is right around the corner.
After a long morning hike or some fishing, head to the beer garden at Neptune’s Brewery.
Neptune’s Brewery / Facebook Neptune’s has been around for a while and has a great reputation, much like the nearby Neptune’s Taphouse and Eatery. Katabatic Brewing Company is equally as popular.
Livingston is definitely one of the best cities in Montana to spend a Fourth of July.
Livingston Area Chamber / Facebook Not only does the city host an epic parade each year, but the Livingston Roundup kicks off that weekend.
Since 1924, this rodeo has been one of Montana’s most popular summer attractions.
Livingston Roundup / Facebook About 10,000 spectators show up every year to cheer.
Livingston is beautiful in any season, but it shines brightest in the summertime.
Kent Kanouse / Flickr And if you don’t go on a holiday weekend, you can easily avoid the crowds, even during the tourist season.
What do you appreciate most about Livingston? Several famous writers certainly seem to love it here!
Livingston Area Chamber / Facebook
But Livingston definitely has more of a laid-back vibe (and a fraction of the population).
Tracy Hunter / Flickr
And of course, it’s much more fun to walk around town exploring on a warm, sunny day.
Hannes Niedner / alltrails.com
There are some fantastic hikes, like the Pine Creek Falls Trail, located within a few minutes of town. And the Yellowstone River is right around the corner.
Neptune’s Brewery / Facebook
Neptune’s has been around for a while and has a great reputation, much like the nearby Neptune’s Taphouse and Eatery. Katabatic Brewing Company is equally as popular.
Not only does the city host an epic parade each year, but the Livingston Roundup kicks off that weekend.
Livingston Roundup / Facebook
About 10,000 spectators show up every year to cheer.
Kent Kanouse / Flickr
And if you don’t go on a holiday weekend, you can easily avoid the crowds, even during the tourist season.
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