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Yellowstone National Park

An Artist Point view of Lower Yellowstone Falls, Yellowstone National Park

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.

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A very chilly autumn day at Morning Glory Pool, 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.

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A snowy, autumn morning along the Firehole River, Yellowstone National Park

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.

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Study Says Yellowstone National Park Backpackers Mostly Happy With Their Experience

A study into the experiences of backpackers in Yellowstone National Park came away with the conclusion that almost all had a great experience. Most said they didn't think the park's backcountry was crowded, and they had no problem with the fees they had to pay.

55 Bison Successfully Transferred From Yellowstone To Fort Peck Tribes

In a historic conservation moment, bison will now begin new lives at the Fort Peck Indian Reservation. Yellowstone National Park completed the first transfer of bison to the Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes of the Fort Peck Indian Reservation in Poplar, Montana under the operational quarantine program. Fifty-five male bison completed Phases I & II of the brucellosis quarantine protocol at Yellowstone and will finish assurance testing (Phase III) at Fort Peck.

The Essential RVing Guide

The Essential RVing Guide to the National Parks

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.