Yellowstone National Park has captivated visitors for nearly 150 years, and no doubt earlier inhabitants as well, prior to it being established as the worldās first national park. Itās said that Yellowstone is home to half of the worldās hydrothermal features, with more than 10,000 hydrothermal features including hot springs, mudpots, geysers, and travertine terraces.
Wildlife is another major attraction in Yellowstone. The park boasts the largest bison population on public land and in 1995, gray wolves were reintroduced in Yellowstone. Other wildlife commonly seen in the park includes elk, moose, and bears.
While the national park wows anytime of the year, thereās something especially spectacular about Yellowstone in winter. Sparse crowds, snow-blanketed landscapes, and incredible wildlife sightings make visiting the national park during the winter an experience of a lifetime.
Yellowstone National Park has five entrances. West Yellowstone is one of the most popular gateways to the park, especially during the winter. The east entrance via Cody, WY is another route visitors often use. The small town of Livingston, MT also makes a great home base for exploring Yellowstone National Park.
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