Explore Yellowstone National Park: A Journey to the Natural Wonders of the United States
Yellowstone Park, officially known as Yellowstone National Park, is the world’s first national park. It was established on March 1, 1872 and is managed by the National Park Service of the United States. This natural wonder is mainly located in Wyoming, USA, and partially extends to Montana and Idaho. With a total area of about 898,317 hectares (about 8,983 square kilometers), it is the largest national park in the United States and the third largest in the world. In 1978, Yellowstone Park was listed as a World Natural Heritage Site in the World Heritage List.
Yellowstone Park is famous for its rich geothermal resources, magnificent natural scenery and diverse wildlife resources. There are more than 10,000 hot springs and more than 300 geysers in the park, the most famous of which include Old Faithful and Grand Prismatic Spring. Old Faithful geyser erupts every hour or so, with a height of tens of meters; Grand Prismatic Spring is famous for its colorful colors. In addition, Yellowstone Park also has more than 290 waterfalls, such as the Yellowstone Falls, which is 94 meters high and 335 meters wide, making it one of the largest waterfalls in the United States. The Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone is also a highlight of the park, and its spectacular scenery is breathtaking.
Yellowstone Park is also one of the largest wildlife refuges in the United States, home to a large number of wild animals, including American bison, elk, antelope, etc. The park is densely forested and has one of the largest forests in the world, accounting for about 90% of the total forest area in the United States.
Yellowstone Park is open to the public all year round, but the best time to visit is from June to September, when the climate is mild and pleasant, which is very suitable for outdoor adventure activities. There is a large loop road about 230 kilometers long in the park, which connects the main attractions in series for tourists to visit. In addition, there are many hiking trails in the park, providing tourists with a wealth of exploration options.