Backpacking always makes for a fantastic adventure. There’s something invigorating and refreshing about going out into the backcountry trails with only the necessities on your back. Of course, if you’re going to have a safe and enjoyable time backpacking in Yellowstone National Park, you’re going to need to make sure you pack properly. What you

Have you been waiting for an opportune time to hit the trails and go backpacking in Yellowstone National Park? You’ll have a great experience doing so at just about any time of year, but from our perspective, September is one of the best times of year to do it. Here’s a quick overview of why

At 2.2 million acres, Yellowstone National Park would seem to be a good candidate for “largest national park.” However, Yellowstone does not currently hold this title. Read on to discover which park tops the size scale and learn other fun facts about Yellowstone National Park and its sister parks. Largest national park The largest park

Established in 1872, Yellowstone National Park was the world’s first national park. However, its history stretches back much farther than 1872. We must step into this history to discover how this park was named. Taking in the large yellow cliffs, it might seem like a straightforward story. Yet, this name was the result of a

The National Park System has been called “America’s best idea,” and we just so happen to agree with this sentiment. We believe that there is no more valuable resource in all of the United States than the National Park System. The parks provide recreation, peace, escape and solitude to tens of millions of visitors each