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Yellowstone: America's First National Park Awaits Millions

11/3/2025

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Yellowstone National Park, established in 1872, is the first U.S. national park.
The park spans nearly 3,500 square miles across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho.
It contains more than 10,000 hydrothermal features, including Old Faithful geyser and Grand Prismatic Spring.
Fort Yellowstone is a historic site within the park.
The park attracts millions of visitors each year.

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Story summary

Yellowstone National Park, established in 1872, is the first U.S. national park.
The park spans nearly 3,500 square miles across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho.
It contains more than 10,000 hydrothermal features, including Old Faithful geyser and Grand Prismatic Spring.
Fort Yellowstone is a historic site within the park.
The park attracts millions of visitors each year.