Yellowstone National Park
The world's first national park, famous for its geothermal wonders and abundant wildlife.
Established
1872
Area
8,983 km²
Entry fee
$20–$35 per vehicle (7-day pass)
Best time to visit
May to September
About Yellowstone National Park
Established in 1872 as the world's first national park, Yellowstone spans nearly 9,000 km² across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho. It contains roughly half of the world's active geysers, including the iconic Old Faithful, alongside hot springs, mud pots, and travertine terraces. The park is a sanctuary for grizzly bears, wolves, bison, and elk, making it one of the most biologically diverse temperate ecosystems on Earth.
Top highlights
- ✓Old Faithful geyser
- ✓Grand Prismatic Spring
- ✓Yellowstone Lake
- ✓Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
- ✓Wildlife: bison, wolves, grizzly bears
Practical info
- Nearest city
- West Yellowstone, MT
- Nearest airport
- Bozeman Yellowstone International (BZN)
- Official website
- www.nps.gov
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