Yellowstone: what's the big deal about it?
I would like to ask those of you who think Yellowstone NP is worth 3, 4, 7 or even more days of a vacation, what do you find so interesting there? Maybe I'm missing it, and you can help me know what ...
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I've been lucky to have visited Yellowstone 5 times in the last 10 years, and hope to return soon.
I used to worry about telling folks about getting up and on the road by 6am to fully enjoy Yellowstone before the crush of tourists each day. No worries, most do want to sleep in and join the crowds.
Those who like the wee hours like I do, will be rewarded by more wildlife, and uncrowded attractions. I have no problem with the late risers, though I suspect they won't enjoy the park either.
Each of my visits, I've seen things I've never seen before or taken trails I've never done.
Fav spots
"Hike" to Lone Star Geyser, more of a stroll on an old park road that used to go to the geyser. More reliable than old faithful.
Hike to the Old Faithful Overlook, short but considerable up hill hike, ending with a grand overview of the geyser basin. I am in my early 50s and not in the best shape and the hike wasnt a killer.
Firehole Lake Drive, wonderful side road near Artist Paint Pots (opposite side), was the road that "melted" earlier this year.
Do take advantage of Ranger lead hikes when you can, takes an ordinary walk or hike and shows you things you wouldn't have normally seen.
I used to worry about telling folks about getting up and on the road by 6am to fully enjoy Yellowstone before the crush of tourists each day. No worries, most do want to sleep in and join the crowds.
Those who like the wee hours like I do, will be rewarded by more wildlife, and uncrowded attractions. I have no problem with the late risers, though I suspect they won't enjoy the park either.
Each of my visits, I've seen things I've never seen before or taken trails I've never done.
Fav spots
"Hike" to Lone Star Geyser, more of a stroll on an old park road that used to go to the geyser. More reliable than old faithful.
Hike to the Old Faithful Overlook, short but considerable up hill hike, ending with a grand overview of the geyser basin. I am in my early 50s and not in the best shape and the hike wasnt a killer.
Firehole Lake Drive, wonderful side road near Artist Paint Pots (opposite side), was the road that "melted" earlier this year.
Do take advantage of Ranger lead hikes when you can, takes an ordinary walk or hike and shows you things you wouldn't have normally seen.
