The most beautiful places in Yellowstone
The best of the oldest national park in the world
Yellowstone is the oldest national park in the world. It was declared on March 1, 1872. A park full of beauty, colors, unusual natural phenomena, where in addition to beauty, one engages in other sensations, such as hearing and smell. A place where there is a large number of game, mainly American bison. The place, which is the coldest in the USA and the park stands on a caldera of a 70×40km supervolcano, where at a depth of 2km it is full of lava and it is thus one of the most dangerous places on Earth.
Old Faithful
Yellowstone icon
The most sought after attraction in Yellowstone is Old Faithful. Old Faithful was named as early as 1870 and is probably the most famous geyser in the world. Gushing water 32 – 52 meters for 3 – 10 minutes. When 14,000 – 32,000 liters of water are thrown into the air. The water temperature reaches around 120 ° C. Old Faithful is an geyser that gushes between 40 and 120 minutes. Most often, however, about 65 or 90 minutes. It is calculated from the previous interval. In the information center are also written geysers, which is to gush continue reading
Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
The canyon that named the whole park
Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. When you see it with your own eyes, you will understand why this park is called Yellowstone. It's according to this canyon, which is colored yellow with this 90-meter waterfall. The ancient Indians of the Hidatsa tribe and the Mandans named this place Mi tsi a da zi – which is a translation of the Rock Yellow River. Subsequently, American trappers named it Yellow Stone. It is really an extremely photogenic place. continue reading
Mammoth Hot Springs - Travertines
Travertine fields
Above the town is a complex of thermal springs that form travertines. These have been created here for thousands of years. Every day, more than 2 tons of travertine in solution flow into Mammoth from these springs. Thanks to the huge number of geothermal vents, travertines continue to develop. Here, nature has created its own statue, which bears the name Liberty Cap. continue reading
Norris Geyser Basin
Nature full of colors and sounds
There are two circuits in the Norris Geyser Basin. Longer Back Basin with Steamboat. But then there's the Porcelain Basin, which is short but all the more picturesque. It is very dangerous to get off these sidewalks. Because there are many cavities under the surface and a person can sink. However, they do not have to fall deep, but you are guaranteed to be killed by the toxic gases that are in these cavities. Likewise, be close to these lakes, where there is a risk of 2nd – 3rd degree burns. continue reading
Mammoth Hot Springs - Visitor Center
A small town full of deer
Mammoth Hot Springs is divided into two parts, Fort Yellowstone and the Concession District. Fort Yellowstone is carefully arranged from significant buildings that clearly indicate their military origins. The US Army was here until 1918. The concession district contrasts with the military district with a less formal layout and style. It includes the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel and dining room, gas station and retail outlets. Above the town is a complex of thermal springs that form travertines. These have been created here for thousands of years. continue reading
Boiling River
Thermal river
The Boiling River is located in northern Yellowstone on the border of Montana and Wyoming. We can talk about the first place that can be visited from the north if I do not count the entrance town of Gardiner. This place is famous for this thermal river. People made ponds here. The natural hot tub is a great place to stop and relax. Here, the water from the Boiling River, which is over 60 ° C, mixes with the Gardner River, which has a few degrees up to 10 ° C due to its high altitude. continue reading
A trip to Yellowstone National Park
Under the cover of Yellowstone
Visit the oldest national park in the world. Founded in 1872. It is the coldest place in the USA and its location is over 2000 m above sea level. I have experienced many amazing things that are not just as visible in the world as they are here. Carelessness is no excuse here. continue reading
Roosevelt Arch
Historic gate
The foundation stone was laid by President Theodor Roosevelt and in 1903 he was at the laying of the foundation stone. Located at the northern entrance. It is the oldest part of Yellowstone National Park and thus became the first main entrance to the National Park. On the gable of the park is the inscription „For the Benefit and Enjoyment of the People“. Which in free translation could mean „For the benefit and enjoyment of the people.“ continue reading
