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Yellowstone National Park Travel Guide 2024

By: Mary Jones

travelling knowledge

Old Faithful Geyser

The most famous geyser in the park, erupting approximately every 90 minutes.

Grand Prismatic Spring

The largest hot spring in Yellowstone, renowned for its vivid rainbow colors.

Mammoth Hot Springs

Large complex of terraced hot springs showcasing the park's geothermal activity.

Yellowstone Lake

The largest high-elevation lake in North America at over 130 square miles.

Lamar Valley

Famous wildlife viewing area home to wolves, bison, bears and other animals.

Grand Canyon of Yellowstone

Colors and waterfalls highlight this massive canyon.

Geyser Basins

Contains famous geysers like Castle and Riverside along with hot springs and fumaroles.

Mount Washburn

Hiking trails lead to panoramic views from the summit of this 10,243 ft mountain.

Yellowstone Falls

The largest volume waterfall in the Rocky Mountains, with upper and lower falls.

Norris Geyser Basin

Diverse geothermal features like Steamboat Geyser, the world's tallest.

Grand Prismatic Spring

This is the largest hot spring in Yellowstone and the third largest in the world.