World's Largest Collection of Geysers
It's wonderland. Old Faithful and the majority of the world's geysers are preserved here. They are the main reason the park was established in 1872 as America's first national park—an idea that spread worldwide. A mountain wildland, home to grizzly bears, wolves, and herds of bison and elk, the park is the core of one of the last, nearly intact, natural ecosystems in the Earth’s temperate zone.
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Things to Do
Biking, camping, fishing, enjoying exhibits and films, and attending ranger-led programs are among the many ways to experience Yellowstone.
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Yellowstone Social Media
Yellowstone now has a social media presence on Facebook, flickr, YouTube, and Twitter. Come and join the conversation with thousands of others.
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Stay Aware in Bear Country
Safe travels in bear country begin before you get on the trail. Learning about bears before you come to the park can help you avoid a confrontation.
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Interactive Maps
Browse our collection of interactive maps of major park destinations, roads and specific areas of interest.
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Old Faithful Geyser on Live Videocam
Full-motion, live-streaming webcam located near Old Faithful Geyser shows online visitors views of several other geysers in the area, and wildlife.
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Visiting Yellowstone Video Series
This is a great a series of short, 4- to 15-minute videos that help will help you plan a safe, enjoyable, and rewarding trip to Yellowstone.
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Campgrounds Abound in Yellowstone
We have 12 campgrounds and well over 2,000 campsites, and that’s not even mentioning the backcountry sites.
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Great Day Hikes to Get Off the Beaten Path
Over 1,100 miles (1770 km) of trails are available for hiking. However, there are dangers inherent in backcountry trips. Be prepared.
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Plan Your Visit
Get directions and learn about the park's operating hours and seasons, hotel and campground reservations, park fees, and many natural wonders.
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Did You Know?
![Dog Hooked to Travois for Transporting Goods. Dog Hooked to Travois for Transporting Goods.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20130321015959im_/http://www.nps.gov/imr/images/YELL_dogtravois.jpg)
Some groups of Shoshone Indians, who adapted to a mountain existence, chose not to acquire the horse. These included the Sheep Eaters, or Tukudika, who used dogs to transport food, hides, and other provisions. The Sheep Eaters lived in many locations in Yellowstone.