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  • One Night in Livingston, Montana

    One Night in Livingston, Montana

    Do you only have one night to spend in Livingston, Montana, on your way to or from Yellowstone National Park or further west? I got you!

    One Night in Livingston, Montana

    After a long day of driving, Chico Hot Springs is the perfect spot to unwind and relax.

    Chico’s 100% natural geothermal pool is fantastic. Get a Day Pass for $14 and enjoy an afternoon of soaking in mineral-rich waters! Plus, you can purchase pool-side appetizers and drinks. You can also visit the Chico Saloon for Happy Hour.

    Lodging in Livingston, Montana

    Stay at the historic Murray Hotel.  Anthony Bourdain rated the Murray Hotel as one of his TOP TEN Worldwide favorite hotels. Built in 1904 in the heart of downtown Livingston, you have easy access to everything you need. There is even an outdoor shop on the block for your fishing, hiking, biking, and skiing needs. If you watch the Yellowstone spinoff 1923, keep an eye out for the Murray! We loved taking the 1905 Otis cranked elevator that is still in service to our floor!

    The suites are spacious and comfortable with a sitting area, excellent WIFI, and kitchenette amenities.

    Restaurants in Livingston, Montana

    Enjoy dinner downtown at the Fainting Goat or The Mint. Both restaurants are walkable from the Murray Hotel. We love the Fainting Goat Pub‘s atmosphere, food, and service. The outdoor patio is cozy and comfortable, with great music playing. My favorite menu item is the Apple Walnut Salad with a Hot Bacon Vinaigrette! We recommend the burgers, too. We haven’t been, but we heard fantastic things about The Mint. It’s part of the downtown historic district and was once the Montana Hotel.

    Treat yourself to dessert at Yellowstone Valley Grill. They offer farm-to-table delicious food with the BEST views of the Yellowstone River.

    End the night with live music at Pine Creek Lodge. If you love live music, you have to experience Pine Creek Lodge. It feels like a family backyard party up close with the musicians. And the quality of the bands that play is top-notch.

    The next day, rise and shine and hit the park!

    Yellowstone National Park is approximately 60 miles from Livingston, making it a great base camp. It’s a beautiful drive along the Yellowstone River. That’s how it started for us, but now we make it THE destination!!

    If you prefer camping or rustic lodging, see our blog post about the Livingston Paradise Valley KOA.

    Life is crazy and everything can change in an instant. Find what stirs your soul! ❤️

    ©Tracy Blowers

  • Glamping – Yellowstone National Park

    Glamping – Yellowstone National Park

    Glamping Yellowstone National Park

    We turned off Highway 20 in West Yellowstone onto a dirt road and drove under the log archway for Bar N Ranch. We could see the canvas tents in the distance of this beautiful, secluded, wide-open space. There were pops of colorful wildflowers, horses running in the pasture and the mountains layering the horizon. From that moment, we knew we were in for a unique camping experience.

    The Under Canvas Yellowstone safari-inspired glamping accommodations are located on the Bar N Ranch property and are only 10 minutes from the West entrance to Yellowstone National Park.

    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas
    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas
    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas

    Luxury Camping Experience at Under Canvas Yellowstone

    We checked in at the lobby tent which is open 24 hours a day and offers coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and a happy hour in the evening. This is a high-end camping experience so our service expectations were high and were exceeded from check-in to check-out. The lobby tent is also filled with cozy couches and blankets, fun oversized swings, board games, albums and a record player, plus a little store. There is an awesome patio with beautiful lights to enjoy the views.

    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas
    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas

    Parking from the individual tents is a good distance so the staff meets you at your parking location with a golf cart to bring all your belongings to your tent. We stayed in the Safari tent which comes with a king-size bed and wood-burning stove. The community bathrooms (with private stalls, hot showers, flushing toilets, and sinks) are very nice and clean. There are plenty of stalls so there was no waiting.

    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas
    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas

    The Deluxe, Stargazer, and Suite tents have their own ensuite bathrooms plus private decks. They also offer tents for larger families that include an adjacent hive for extra beds and space.

    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas

    We arrived just as a storm was moving through and we were fortunate to see a rainbow. The sunsets in West Yellowstone, Montana are incredible and when the sky turns dark, the milky way lights up the big sky.

    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas
    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas

    Where to Eat and Things to Do while Glamping Yellowstone National Park

    Dinner is served at the Bar N Ranch restaurant with a nice variety of options. We had the Fries with Trio of Dips, Pan-Roasted Trout, and Bruschetta Grilled Chicken.

    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas
    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas
    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas
    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas

    After dinner, you can enjoy s’mores around the campfire or relax in a hammock. There’s also volleyball, horseshoes, and badminton. You can rest, play, or plan your adventures at Yellowstone National Park.

    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas

    The resident fox greeted us early in the morning as we walked over to the lobby tent for coffee!

    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas
    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas

    The breakfast buffet is included in the rate and also served at the Bar N Ranch. It was a lovely chilly morning and all the smoke from the wood-burning stoves created a fantastic view.

    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas
    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas

    Ranch reflections…

    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas

    After breakfast, we walked down to the other hammock hangout by the river.

    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas
    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas
    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas

    Thank you, Under Canvas, for such an easy and unique camping experience! And for all of the small touches and customer service. We look forward to seeing you again!

    Glamping Yellowstone National Park Under Canvas

    Learn more at Under Canvas Yellowstone. Enjoy the road!

    If you’re a fellow Minnesotan or visiting, here is one of our favorite unique camping experiences locally – Whitetail Woods Regional Park.

    Originally posted on September 3, 2019.

    © What Stirs Your Soul Media

  • Force of Nature

    Force of Nature

    Be like the river.

    Create your own path.

    People will doubt you but they don’t know what you’ve been through or your strength.

    Many have doubted the water but she always finds her way.

    xo

    ©Tracy Blowers

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