Livingston in Park County, Montana — The American West (Mountains)
"Wide bold, rapid and deep"
Clark on the Yellowstone
Native Americans referred to this feature of the river where you now are as "the Big Bend." because the river abruptly changes for its northward course to flow east. The Crow, or Apsaalooka, called it the Elk River or "Lichiilikaashaashe."
Erected by Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail, National Park Service.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Exploration • Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Lewis & Clark Expedition series list. A significant historical date for this entry is August 3, 1806.
Location. 45° 39.219′ N, 110° 33.427′ W. Marker is in Livingston, Montana, in Park County. Marker is on River Drive near South Yellowstone Street, on the right when traveling west. The marker is in a small triangular park to the east of the intersection of River Drive and South Yellowstone Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Livingston MT 59047, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Sacajawea on the Yellowstone (here, next to this marker); "At the Yellowstone" (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); St. Mary's Catholic Church (approx. 0.3 miles away); On Horseback (approx. 0.4 miles away); Searching for Large Cottonwood (approx. 0.4 miles away); Livingston B Street Historic District (approx. 0.4 miles away); Talcott House (approx. 0.4 miles away); 221 South Yellowstone (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Livingston.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2022. It was originally submitted on February 7, 2022, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 101 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 7, 2022, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.