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Yellowstone set the precedent for preserving natural wonders. This iconic park became the first of its kind, inspiring the global national park movement.
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The Yellowstone Caldera is an underground volcanic system responsible for the park’s geothermal wonders, including geysers and hot springs.
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Old Faithful is Yellowstone’s most iconic feature, known for its predictable eruptions. It shoots water up to 180 feet high, delighting visitors worldwide.
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The park has over half of the world’s geothermal features, creating a unique landscape of bubbling pools, colorful springs, and steamy vents.
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As one of the best places for wildlife watching, Yellowstone supports over 300 species of birds and mammals. It’s a sanctuary for America’s largest bison herd.
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Flowing undammed for 692 miles, the Yellowstone River carves iconic landscapes like the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, with its towering waterfalls.
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Microorganisms called thermophiles thrive in hot springs, creating Yellowstone’s striking colors, from vivid blues to fiery reds and oranges.
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While fires may seem destructive, they rejuvenate the land, clearing old growth and making way for new life. The 1988 fire reshaped Yellowstone’s landscape.
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No other place on Earth has as many geysers. The Upper Geyser Basin alone contains about a quarter of the world’s active geysers, including Old Faithful.
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