All you need to know: YellowStone
Established as the world’s first national park in 1872 and spanning over 2.2 million acres, there is an endless supply of mileage to unravel. With over 10,000 hydrothermal features, more than 500 active geysers, lakes and wildlife, there are so many things this Park has to offer. There are over 4.0 million tourists who visit this iconic park each year. Every season offers its own beauty, no matter winter or summer, the park is filled with tourists. While you would think 4.0 million is a lot, due to the average you will never feel overwhelmed. With lodging and restaurants all around to accommodate such crowds.
Yellowstone Super Valcano
One of the most wellknown attrcations in the park is the "Super-Volcano". The Yellowstone super volcano is located in Yellowstone National Park. Also known as a caldera, the super volcano is situated in the northwestern part of Wyoming. However, it also extends into the eastern part of Idaho. The Yellowstone caldera was discovered by Bob Christiansen from the US Geological Survey via geological field work in the 1960s and 1970s. The smoldering Yellowstone super volcano is an underground heat engine that fuels the steaming geysers, bubbling mud puddles and hot springs. The 45-by 30-mile caldera is around the size of Rhode Island. While it is an active volcano, many scientists agree that it won’t erupt any time soon.
Grizzly Bear
Yellowstone is home to the Grizzly Bear and Black Bear. The park recomends to stay up to at least 100 yards from the beautiful creatures. Unfortunetly these bears are limited and almost extinct. Therefore, keeping them safe is our top priority.
