Yellowstone National Park

A Pilgrimage To The Birthplace Of Canada’s National Park System

For 10,000 years, people from the Stoney Nakoda and other Indigenous nations climbed down rawhide ladders into a small mountain cave to drum, sing, pray and bathe. They believed the natural hot springs water was a gift from the Creator and Mother Earth and used it for blessings and healing.

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By Jennifer Bain - April 19th, 2023 2:45am

National Parks Quiz And Trivia #60

It’s time to test your knowledge about the 424 units of the National Park System. How much do you really know? Try answering these quiz questions before looking at the bottom of the piece. You might learn something totally new from the questions and bits of trivia. There’s so much to learn about the parks!

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By Rebecca Latson - April 15th, 2023 3:00am

Select Yellowstone National Park Roads Open To Public April 21

Beginning at 8 a.m. Friday, April 21, 2023, select roads in Yellowstone National Park will open to the public, weather permitting. Roads routinely open this time of year and remain open until Nov.1, when they close in preparation for the winter season.

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By Compiled From N... - April 15th, 2023 3:00am

The National Parks Cookbook | The Best Recipes From (And Inspired By) America's National Parks

Explore the National Park System extensively and not only are you likely to come across some incredible vistas, diverse natural resources, and rich history, but also some incredible meals in the lodge at day's end, or even at the start of your day.

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By Kurt Repanshek - April 14th, 2023 2:30am

Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel Spring 2023 Opening Delayed

Yellowstone National Park’s Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel spring 2023 opening has been delayed until the wastewater treatment system in the area is completed and operational. Due to the heavy winter and difficult construction conditions, the new system will not be operational by April 28 as originally planned, the scheduled Mammoth Hotel opening date.

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By Compiled From N... - April 13th, 2023 3:00am

Photography In The National Parks: The Invitation Of An Intimate Composition

How many times have you viewed someone’s national park images and one shot in particular pulled you into the composition? This shot invited you in. This is the power of an intimate composition. Traveler contributing photographer Rebecca Latson explains the photographic elements of this type of composition.

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By Rebecca Latson - April 11th, 2023 3:00am

2023 Spring Bicycling Begins In Yellowstone National Park

Ready to get out and about at Yellowstone National Park on your bicycle? Beginning Friday, April 7, 2023 the roads between the West Entrance and Mammoth Hot Springs will open to bicycling.

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By Compiled From N... - April 7th, 2023 3:00am

How Much Did You Say That Bridge Cost?

The other day came word from Yellowstone National Park that a number of road projects were going forward in the park this summer, and one in particular caught my eye because of the price tag.

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By Kurt Repanshek - April 2nd, 2023 2:45am

A Summer Of Road Work Will Slow Travel In Yellowstone National Park

If you're packing for a trip to Yellowstone National Park this summer be sure to pack some patience, as four major road projects will create some delays in the park.

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By Compiled From N... - March 28th, 2023 2:45am

Battle Looming Over Endangered Species Act Protections

An effort to remove Endangered Species Act protections for wolves and grizzly bears has been launched in the U.S. House of Representatives, a move opponents say aims to jettison "the best tool for tackling the worsening extinction crisis."

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By NPT Staff - March 26th, 2023 2:45am

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The Essential RVing Guide

The National Parks RVing Guide, aka the Essential RVing Guide To The National Parks, is the definitive guide for RVers seeking information on campgrounds in the National Park System where they can park their rigs. It's available for free for both iPhones and Android models.

This app is packed with RVing specific details on more than 250 campgrounds in more than 70 parks.

You'll also find stories about RVing in the parks, some tips if you've just recently turned into an RVer, and some planning suggestions. A bonus that wasn't in the previous eBook or PDF versions of this guide are feeds of Traveler content: you'll find our latest stories as well as our most recent podcasts just a click away.

So whether you have an iPhone or an Android, download this app and start exploring the campgrounds in the National Park System where you can park your rig.

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