Places Of Interest In Wyoming

By Thomas Clarke

Taking a trip to the great sights that the US has to offer must include at least one visit to Yellowstone National Park. It is Yellowstone, not Jellystone like on the old Yogi Bear cartoons would have had a generation of kids believing.

Yellowstone is among the nation's grandest and most visited national forests. Located in the distant state of Wyoming, it actually is as though you have stepped back in time to visit the old west and of the plains of America centuries ago. Virtually all of the park is at higher altitudes, preceding seven thousand feet and is frigid in wintertime and warm in the summertime.

During the winter months Yellowstone National Park is the coldest and is covered in snow most of the time. If you are visiting in the winter you should be aware that many of the areas can become isolated and most of the roads will be closed. There are many activities for an outdoor lover to enjoy, from hiking and fishing to camping and explorations. You will have the opportunity to see native animals in there natural habitats, such as elk, bears and wolves. You can also decide to rough it in a tent and camp out for the evening or you can choose from one of the most wonderful accommodations.

Yellowstone National Park is a large park with several square miles to explore. While you are out exploring you will want to be sure to visit Old Faithful, the world's most famous geyser, among plenty of other geysers and hot springs that you will want to take the time to visit. Along with camping out, hiking, fishing and exploring, there are a lot displays around the park that teach of its history, some wildlife and some human history. Native populations used to reside in what is now the National park and you will be able to learn all about the native animal and plant life of the area. You will be able to explore the park on your own or join in many of the guided ranger tours for a more in depth and personal experience.

Just remember, where ever you are in the park and whatever wild animals you come across, the rangers do not want visitors to feed them. It is dangerous for not only the guest, but is not the right type of food and habits for the animals to get into. Yellowstone is a natural wonder that we should be thankful was set aside for all the generations since its inception and all the generations yet to come will be able to enjoy. - 31980

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