On March 1, Yellowstone celebrates its legacy as the world's first national park, established in 1872.

Stunning photos and sketches from the 1871 survey convinced Congress of the land's unique beauty.

The Yellowstone Act protected land spanning across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho for future generations.

Yellowstone is home to half of the world’s active geysers and mystical steaming vents.

Old Faithful remains the park's most famous resident, erupting with stunning predictability.

Over 5,000 bison roam free here, representing one of the park’s greatest conservation successes.

Yellowstone sits on the ancestral lands of the Shoshone, Bannock, Nez Perce, and Crow tribes.

The National Park Service now actively recognizes the tribal history tied to this vast wilderness.

In 2025, over 4.7 million visitors traveled from around the world to witness Yellowstone’s majesty.

Yellowstone’s creation sparked a global movement to protect and preserve natural wonders.

As Yellowstone enters its 155th year, it remains a symbol of resilience and natural preservation.