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Yellowstone
National Park is the first and oldest national park in the world. Located
mostly in Wyoming, approximately 5% of the park is
covered by water, 15% is grassland, and 80% by forest. The park
encompassing about 2.2 million acres and along with
the national forest lands nearby, make up one of the world's last
intact temperate ecosystems (all its major species of plants and animals
are still present). Yellowstone National Park has thousands of active
thermal features, including over 250 active geysers and is home to the
famous Old Faithful Geyser.
Approximately
3 million people a year visit this spectacular park. They come to
experience some of the best that nature has to offer. A few of the must
see attractions in the park may include:  1)
Old Faithful / Upper Geyser Basin which happens to be the
most popular attraction in Yellowstone. 2) The Grand Canyon of
Yellowstone. The Lower Falls of the Grand Canyon, at 308
feet high, is one of the most photographed features in all of Yellowstone. 3)
Mammoth Hot Springs is where large quantities of rock are dissolved by hot
water, and a white chalky mineral is deposited on the surface. 4) Yellowstone
Lake which is the largest high-altitude lake in the US and
is quite beautiful. 5) Norris Geyser Basin is the hottest, oldest,
and most dynamic of Yellowstone's thermal areas. 6) Hayden
Valley is the place to go to view the wildlife. You may see
bear, bison, elk, moose, wolves and many types of birds to name a
few.
Yellowstone
National Park is where -- simply stated, the scenery is breathtaking
and the wildlife is abundant. The Park has five entrances and over 370
miles of paved roads. The Grand Loop Road will take you to all the major
attractions around the park. During the peak summer months, these areas
are quite busy. There are many activities to do in and around the park.
The most popular are auto touring, camping, hiking, wildlife viewing,
picnicking, whitewater rafting, fishing, boating, backpacking, biking,
horseback riding, and photography. There are also a variety of ranger
programs, historical information and nature tours available for your
participation and enjoyment. Lodging and camping facilities are located at
various locations around the park. Reservations are recommended especially
during the peak vacation season.
What
a wonderful place! Yellowstone National Park has many unique attractions
that you will not find anywhere else. Lots to see and do. Keep your eyes
open for the wildlife. Visit the Yellowstone
National Park website for more information.
Enjoy
your camping and hiking
adventures! |
