The treasures of Yellowstone

Yellowstone is one of those places that conjures images of nature even just thinking about it's name. The uniqueness of Yellowstone makes it a magnet for all to visit. These days, Yellowstone is little more than a plane flight away for most visitors and the international tourism is booming. It is easy to see why so many people still love Yellowstone as the allure of this place is still just as alive today as it was a hundred years ago. There are many things one needs to remember to bring to Yellowstone, like bug spray, jackets and the normal camping stuff. However, one of the most important things to bring with you is patience. Though not as congested as Zion park, there are animal traffic jams that can stretch a mile or more if bear, bison or other animals are spotted. Still, one of the great things about this park is it's size and your ability to go elsewhere and avoid the crowds to enjoy the treasures of Yellowstone on your own terms. 

Mineral terraces can form anywhere within the western portion of the park.

Geysers are plentiful within the park.

Colorful combinations of the minerals and boiling waters.

The viewing crowd of Old Faithful.

Magnificent waterfalls.

Spring brings the new generation.

Picturesque mounds.

Mammoth hot springs

Federalist style construction at Mammoth Hot Springs village.

We had our picnic on the soft grass in town.

Employee housing

Beautiful views.

Sisterly love.

Snowball on the head, sisterly love.

Mineral terraces

The minerals and water temperatures sometimes kill the surrounding trees.

Experiencing geothermal power first hand.

Paths were created to keep people off the unstable grounds.

Like a Martian landscape.

The sizes of some of these pools were gigantic, you can see the people in the background.

A peaceful fishermen enjoying his day.

A grizzly bear (it is so grainy due to zooming in)

Wolves are common in the Lamar valley of Northeastern Yellowstone.