Established in 1872 as the first national park in the United States, Yellowstone National Park encompasses some 3,472 square miles of land in Wyoming, Montana and Idaho. Within the park, the most famous attraction is Old Faithful, a stunning geyser that erupts nearly once an hour. Other activities include hiking, backpacking, camping, boating, fishing and more, offering visitors myriad ways to explore the park's fantastic natural beauty and unique sights. In the Mammoth area on the northern side of the park, visit the Mammoth Hot Springs where the minerals in the water have created a variety of unique formations. In the central part of the park, visit the massive Yellowstone Lake or the distinctive Mud Volcano. Each region of the park has its own unique sights, but each offers fantastic hiking trails and a startling variety of wildlife ranging from bison to wolves to birds. There are campgrounds and hotels, as well as restaurants and other amenities to provide all the comforts of a town without leaving the park's borders. Located primarily in Wyoming but also holding land in Idaho and Montana, the park has five major entrances, set on the north, east, south, west and northeastern edges of the park, allowing many points of entry for visitors.

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