Geology

Question

I noticed the grand canyon of Yellowstone NP has yellow stone. Is this where the park got it's name? If not, then how did it?

Answer 1

The name "Yellowstone" sounds like it should certainly come from the aptly colored volcanic rock in the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River. Good thought. However, the name in fact comes from the "Yellowstone River" which flows 670 miles from the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem in Wyoming. Country," the core of which would one day give birth to the world's first national park. For more on the history of Yellowstone National Park, look a little deeper into the OhRanger.com Yellowstone pages: http://www.ohranger.com/yellowstone/history-yellowstone Let us know if you have any more questions!

3 weeks ago

Answer 2

Many of Yellowstone's most popular areas are easily accessible via paved trails and boardwalks -- this list includes the Old Faithful area as well as other geyser basins, Mammoth Hot Springs, and the Lower Falls at the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. You should have no problems with strollers in those locations. Please note, however, that the boardwalks can be slippery if near geothermal activity, so be extra careful!

One good hike I can suggest is the Back Basin Trail in the Norris Geyser Basin. It's a 1.5-mile loop that passes Emerald Spring, Steamboat Geyser, Cistern Spring and Echinus Geyser.

For more great walks and hikes click here: (http://www.ohranger.com/yellowstone/walking-hiking)

Have a great trip!

5 weeks ago

Answer 3

The highest point along the Going to the Sun Road is Logan Pass, which is located right on the Continental Divide. The altitude of the pass is 6645 feet (2025 meters).

For more information about the Going to the Sun Road, check out this article : http://www.ohranger.com/glacier/going-sun-road

If you'd like to drive over Logan Pass, keep in mind that it is only open during the summer months, typically mid-June to mid-October. The rest of the year it's covered in lots and lots of snow.

7 weeks ago

Answer 4

You are going to want to take the 15 S. to Barstow, get on 58 to Bakersfield and then the 99 to Visalia. In Visalia you are going to want to catch the Sequoia Shuttle which leaves from all the major hotels on highway 198 and the local Transit Center. Check out the schedules, locations and make your reservation for the shuttle at www.sequoiashuttle.com or call 1877 BUS HIKE. They not only do the rest of the driving for you but also go to all the major stops inside the park: Crescent Meadow, Moro Rock, Giant Forest Museum, General Grant Tree, Lodgepole and Wuksachi lodge. Its great for single commuters or even for all in the family to enjoy the scenary on the way up and inside the park. Well i hope this helped.

3 weeks ago

Answer 5

There are several activities that you can enjoy during your visit to Yellowstone. If you like walking, think about taking some of the day hikes. You will also have the opportunity to tour the visitor centers. Because of the many activities available at Yellowstone, I would advise that you visit the park's website for additional information. Also when you arrive to the park, stop by the Visitor Center and they will be certainly help you out. Enjoy your trip and be sure to stop back to OhRanger.com and post your pictures and stories!

11 weeks ago

Answer 6

The nearest parks to Chicago that feature caves and caverns are Illinois Caverns State Natural Area and Cave in Rock State Park. They're both over a five-hour drive from Chicago, however.

I hope you have an exciting time exploring Illinois' caves. Be sure to check back in at OhRanger.com after you trip to share you park experiences with us!

11 weeks ago

Answer 7

Contact the park at (321) 267-1110 for more information. Turtle Mound, within the seashore, is the largest shell middens on the Florida coast.

12 weeks ago