Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp

Fishing the Yellowstone River is the main draw at Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp, a free dispersed site along the riverbank just a short drive from Livingston. The access road is gravel and roughly half a mile long, and while it runs a bit rough, multiple reviewers confirm that sedans and small campers handle it without trouble as long as drivers take it slow. The boat landing, with coordinates noted by one reviewer at approximately 45.7088, -110.3492, gives anglers direct water access to the Yellowstone.

No facilities exist here. None. Campers need to pack in everything, including water, and stock up on supplies before leaving town. There are no established sites either, but the open ground along the river provides room for at least ten RVs according to one visitor, and Jason D. notes "lots of space all along the river past the main area." Rocks from the riverbank make it easy to build a fire pit. T-Mobile cell service works well here, which is a practical plus for a free site this close to the water.

Noise is the one consistent caveat across reviews. Train tracks run roughly 100 yards from camp, and trains pass every couple of hours through the night. Interstate 90 is also visible from the site, though most reviewers find highway noise less disruptive than the trains. Lexi K. puts it simply: "lovely view and can hear the river from the spot." Earplugs are a reasonable addition to the packing list.

Weeknight visits tend to mean more solitude. Several reviewers arriving on Thursdays or Tuesday evenings found the site nearly or entirely empty. Late August visits report minimal bugs. Deer have been spotted in the area, and the mountain views on both sides of the river give the site a distinct sense of place despite its proximity to the highway. Nearby alternatives include BLM - Livingston and West Boulder Trailhead and Campground for campers who want established facilities or more distance from road noise.

Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp works best for anglers, van travelers, and self-sufficient campers comfortable with zero amenities who want direct Yellowstone River access at no cost.

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Map & DirectionsPig Farm Fishing Access Camp is located in Montana near Livingston

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Coordinates

45.70935660314299 N
110.34866027688527 W

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    T-Mobile5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 22 users
    Last on 9/7/26
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    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 9/7/26
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    AT&T5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 3 users
    Last on 7/7/26

Connectivity

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    T-Mobile5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 22 users
    Last on 9/7/26
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    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 9/7/26
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    AT&T5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 3 users
    Last on 7/7/26

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Phone Service
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Visitors often highlighted the spacious, free camping with stunning river and mountain views near Yellowstone River. Most reviews indicate minimal facilities requiring self-contained camping, while recurring comments addressed frequent train noise from nearby tracks.

Reviewed Aug. 30, 2026

Camping right next to the river!

Honestly just a huge field with very little shade and a fishing and boat access area, but beautiful views of the mountains if you can deal with the train blowing it's horn every couple of hours a couple of hundred yards away. Great spot for a night or two when passing through.

Sitemiddle of the field with view of the river!
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Steve M., August 30, 2026
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Steve M., August 30, 2026
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Reviewed Jul. 18, 2026

Great secluded spot with a beautiful view

Great place to stay for the night free of charge. No facilities but the view is nice. There is space for at least 10 RVs. Only negative comment is the noise from the nearby train. The noise from the Interstate 90 is not a problem.

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Helge Vandel J., July 18, 2026
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Helge Vandel J., July 18, 2026
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Helge Vandel J., July 18, 2026
Reviewed Jun. 28, 2026

Great site!

My boyfriend and I spent one night here on our way to Glacier and would recommend. We stayed here on a Saturday and had one other group we could see :)

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by olivia V., June 28, 2026
Reviewed Jun. 19, 2026

Fantastic views

We stopped here on our way to glacier national park, there was no one here ( Thursday) which made for a quiet stay, beautiful views mountains on both sides, right on the Yellowstone river, lots of deer and awesome rock finds! small water access area as well.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Carley C., June 19, 2026
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Carley C., June 19, 2026
Reviewed Jun. 1, 2026

So nice!

We loved it here. Lots of space all along the river past the main area. Had no issue in our sprinter van. Beware there is a train very close that goes by throughout the night- i recommend ear plugs.

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Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Jan. 15, 2026

Beautiful and secluded area!

We loved this spot. Right next to the river and right off the interstate (kind of noisy from traffic) there were a couple trucks working the railroad but don’t bother us. We built this tiny fire-pit in which we made sure it was legal this time of year. There are plenty of rocks near the river to built another fire pit!

Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by hap C., January 15, 2026
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by hap C., January 15, 2026
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by hap C., January 15, 2026
Reviewed Aug. 30, 2025

Lovely views

Perfect spot for the night trains every half hour is why I have it 4/5 stars

Month of VisitAugust
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Reviewed Aug. 29, 2025

Simple but the views are amazing

Not really any established sites from what we found, but it was a great place to stop for the night and very private.

We stopped on a Thursday and had the area all to ourselves. There are no facilities whatsoever, make sure to pack everything out and stock up on gas and supplies before heading out there!

The view is gorgeous, the river is lovely and the boat "ramp" makes for great water access.

There are train tracks nearby, which wasn't necessarily negative for us since we live next to train tracks at home .

SitePulled off the main gravel area towards the river
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Aliesha D., August 29, 2025
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Aliesha D., August 29, 2025
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Aliesha D., August 29, 2025
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Reviewed Aug. 27, 2025

Nice place to park, can fish if you like

I found it easy enough to find a level spot where I could leave my little camper connected to the TV. Plenty of space. It is close to the train track and you can see the trucks in the freeway.

Editing to add: the road is a bit rough, not well maintained but I’m sure you could drive a big rig in here just take it slow.

I’m here in a Tuesday evening towards the end of August and it’s essentially bug free. The only noise I hear is vehicles on the freeway. I think there are two other vehicles staying overnight.

The actual location of the boat landing is (45.7088104, -110.3492486)

Sitepig Farm Fishing Access Camp
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Steven L., August 27, 2025
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Steven L., August 27, 2025
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Reviewed Jul. 30, 2025

Fantastic spot right near Livingston

Very easy to get to with several camping and RV areas although little shade. Great cell service out here but this is completely self-contained BLM land and since it's a fishing access spot stays are limited to 7 days. There are a couple of areas right next to the river if you go down some steep hills for the more intrepid campers. There's also a great ramp for launching boats or kayaks or fishing from. Yellowstone on one side and beautiful mountains on the other and it's free!

SiteBy boat ramp on left side of it
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Steve M., July 30, 2025
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Steve M., July 30, 2025
Reviewed Jul. 5, 2025

Great spot!

My husband and I stopped here to sleep on our long drive! When we got to the gravel parking lot, we took a left to go on the path and found a spot in the field. Lovely view and can hear the river from the spot. The train comes every couple of hours but just fell back asleep after each time. Definitely would come back!🌲

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Lexi K., July 5, 2025
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Lexi K., July 5, 2025
Reviewed Jun. 3, 2025

Fantastic location for dispersed camping

Just a couple of miles from town, and only about half a mile on gravel road which can be handled by any sedan, one side is the Yellowstone River and the other side are the mountains. I feel very safe because there is another group camping here in an RV, because someone had mentioned some guys in trucks scaring them off. I'm protected so I'm not worried. You have to cross the railroad tracks and there is a train that comes by occasionally about 100 yards away. So far it's blown it's whistle once. I almost hate to share this spot because I plan on coming back! Great T-Mobile cell phone service and absolutely stunning location.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Steve M., June 3, 2025
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Steve M., June 3, 2025
  • Review photo of Pig Farm Fishing Access Camp by Steve M., June 3, 2025
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Reviewed Aug. 12, 2024

Train Whistle

Beautiful spot by the Yellowstone River. Train whistles woke us up four times.

Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Jul. 8, 2024

Good

Nice and quiet, lots of room

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jun. 15, 2024

Good spot above

There’s a spot down by the water that someone took with a tent who we let by us. We took a spot just above before you drive down to the water. I wasn’t sure if I could turn around my 20’ travel trailer down by the water. Very buggy.

Month of VisitJune

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access the Yellowstone River from Pig Farm Fishing Access?

The Yellowstone River is easily accessible from Pig Farm Fishing Access via a path that leads directly to the water. From the gravel parking area, take a left down the path toward the river. There are a couple of steep hills leading to spots right next to the river. Campers can either set up near the water or choose spots in the field above where you can still hear the river. The fishing access provides good river views and multiple entry points, making it convenient for anglers and those wanting to enjoy the water.

What camping facilities are available at Pig Farm Campsite?

Pig Farm Campsite is a primitive, no-frills camping area with no amenities or established sites. This is completely self-contained BLM land with no facilities whatsoever - no restrooms, water, or trash service. There are several camping and RV areas with little shade. The campground offers spots both by the river and in the field above. While level spots are available, the area is better suited for smaller rigs and tent camping rather than large motorhomes. Remember to pack everything out and bring all necessary supplies as this is a true dispersed camping experience.

Is Pig Farm Fishing Access near Livingston, Montana?

Yes, Pig Farm Fishing Access is located just a couple of miles from Livingston, Montana. The access point is approximately half a mile down a gravel road that's navigable by any standard vehicle. This convenient location makes it a perfect overnight option for travelers passing through the area who want easy access to both the town and the Yellowstone River. Be aware that the proximity to town also means you'll hear trains passing by regularly, as the tracks are nearby. The short distance to Livingston allows campers to easily stock up on supplies before heading to this primitive camping spot.