Yellowstone National Park , located at the junction of Wyoming, Montana and Idaho in the western United States, is the world’s first national park, established on March 1, 1872. The park covers an area of about 8,983 square kilometers and is famous for its rich geothermal phenomena, magnificent natural landscapes and diverse wildlife.Yellowstone Park is extremely geothermally active, with more than 10,000 geothermal features in the park, including geysers, hot springs, mud pots and steam vents. The most famous of these is the Old Faithful geyser, named for its regular eruptions, which attracts thousands of visitors. The park’s geothermal phenomena originate from the underground Yellowstone Caldera, one of the world’s largest active volcanoes, with a huge lava reservoir located several kilometers below the surface.
The natural landscape of Yellowstone National Park is extremely diverse. In addition to the vast geothermal area, the park also has the magnificent Yellowstone Canyon, the majestic Yellowstone Lake, vast grasslands and dense forests. The Yellowstone Canyon is famous for its colorful rocks and thundering waterfalls, while Yellowstone Lake is one of the largest alpine lakes in North America, with crystal clear waters and surrounded by towering mountains.
The park is rich in wildlife and plants, and is one of the most important ecological reserves in North America. Visitors can often see large mammals such as grizzly bears, wolves, bison, elk and moose. In addition, the park is also the habitat of many birds, fish and plants. The ecosystem of Yellowstone Park is relatively primitive, and the natural environment is well protected, providing valuable resources for scientific research.
Yellowstone National Park attracts millions of visitors every year for sightseeing, hiking, camping and photography. The park has numerous trails and viewpoints suitable for all levels of visitors, showcasing the magnificence and magic of nature.