- Buffalo herd through Yellowstone National Park.
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Yellowstone National Park gives the impression of a stew left on a low boil—full of geysers, hot springs and other thermal features—geological forces are constantly bubbling to the surface. Located in the northwest corner of Wyoming, with small areas in Utah and Montana, Yellowstone boasts thousands of years of history and lots of heat. Packed with over three hundred geysers and plenty of wildlife, the park is the ultimate destination for backpackers, bikers and families.
The expansive park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and was the world’s first National Park when it was set aside in 1872. Dodge bears, elk, wolves and other beasts—just don’t stumble onto a geyser! Gawk in awe at Old Faithful, the park’s most famous geyser, which erupts about every 91 minutes. Camp out with the family or take a break at one of a dozen dining rooms, restaurants and snack bars.
Hoards of visitors descend on the park every year to see the park’s iconic wildlife. So many grizzly bears, elk and bison roam Yellowstone, even travelers who never leave their cars are likely to snap a photo of bison or bear, and for those willing to hike into the park’s interior, a glimpse of a wolf is a possibility. Despite the occasional crowds, the rugged beauty of the landscape and the richness of the area’s ecology mean few leave disappointed.
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Yellowstone National Park: A Natural Wonder
by Lynn O’Rourke Hayes August 11, 2008Geysers and buffalo and bears! Arrive early and stay late to see the natural world at its best.
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by Debbie K. Hardin May 22, 2009Read our picks for five essential national parks to see before you die, and five worthy ones that are under-the-radar.
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Catching Sight of Yellowstone’s Wolves
by Lori Erickson January 22, 2009Make the most of your wolf-watching adventures in Yellowstone National Park with our tour and viewing tips information. The experience may just help you discover your inner wildness.
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Bears, Bison and Beauty
by Donna M. Airoldi August 11, 2008Yellowstone was the first designated national park in the United States and remains one of the most popular.
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