This Yellowstone itinerary is perfect for those who want to experience the beauty of the open road and some of America’s most untamed areas. Experience a true American road trip with old western towns, intriguing culture, and unbelievable scenery. | Visit USA Parks

The story of wolves in Yellowstone is a powerful tale of reintroduction and ecological restoration. By the mid-1900s, wolves had been eradicated from the park due to hunting and habitat loss, disrupting the delicate balance of the ecosystem. Without their natural predators, elk populations surged, leading to overgrazing that stripped the land of vital vegetation. In 1995, the return of wolves sparked a remarkable transformation known as a trophic cascade. As wolves hunted elk, their numbers decl

The water flowing through Yellowstone and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE) is a vital national resource. The headwaters of seven great rivers located here flow from the Continental Divide across the nation to the Pacific Ocean, and the gulfs of California and Mexico. Rain and snow in the mountains and plateaus of the Northern Rockies flow through stream and river networks to provide essential moisture to much of the American West. Together, Yellowstone’s streams and rivers support an abun