Help power the National Parks Traveler’s coverage of national parks and protected areas.
Did you know that the lower falls of Yellowstone River, at 308 feet, is the tallest waterfall next to a road? Along with Old Faithful geyser, it's probably one of the most-photographed spots in Yellowstone National Park.
Named in the 1880's after the morning glory flower, the colors of Morning Glory Pool have changed considerably, from a clear, sapphire blue to a much greener hue, due to a drop in temperature and orange and yellow bacteria spreading toward the center of the pool.
In Yellowstone National Park, sometimes autumn lasts for only a few days before snowy, winter-like weather takes over. The Firehole River runs through Upper Geyser Basin and, along with the geysers and hot sptings, produces steamy scenes in freezing weather.
Shoshone Lake in Yellowstone National Park is the largest backcountry lake in America that you can't drive to. You either hike to it, or paddle into it.
National Parks Traveler is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit.
Here’s the definitive guide to National Park System campgrounds where RVers can park their rigs.
Our app is packed with RVing- specific details on more than 250 campgrounds in more than 70 national parks.
You’ll also find stories about RVing in the parks, tips helpful if you’ve just recently become an RVer, and useful planning suggestions.
