Wyoming is home to some of the nation’s most breathtaking National Parks. Perhaps most famous of all is Yellowstone National Park. It’s certainly the most famous national park to visit in Wyoming. Each year, this park welcomes millions of visitors from all over the world. Unfortunately, even though it’s one of the best parks in Wyoming, it’s also the site of tragic accidents. While the natural geysers and hot springs are mesmerizing, they’re equally unforgiving and make for a harsh climate. If you’re looking for things to do outside in Wyoming, or for hiking trails in Wyoming, this park has it all – but be careful and be wise when visiting, too. Read on to learn more.
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Yellowstone National Park is considered to be one of the world’s earliest national parks, as it was signed into existence in 1872 by President Ulysses S. Grant. While the park is mostly in Wyoming, parts of it extend into Montana and Idaho. Yellowstone is roughly 3,460 square miles in size.
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