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Yellowstone North Rim Drive

editor — Fri, 01 Jul 2016 00:30:00 +0000

In 2008 the North Rim Drive was completely reconstructed and became one-way from south to north. Approximately 2 miles (3 km) long, this road provides four beautiful and varied views into the canyon and opportunities to hike partway down. Restrooms are available along the way. As you visit this unique treasure, you’ll realize that the canyon is not a static place. The steep walls will further disintegrate and the canyon will become wider and deeper over the years due to earthquakes, storms, the freezing and thawing of winter ice, the continual action of the river, and the friable (that is,

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Yellowstone Trail from Artist Point toward

editor — Wed, 29 Jun 2016 08:30:00 +0000

A short walk to the east along the rim of the canyon, following a part of the South Rim Trail, reveals some of the most awe-inspiring color panoramas you’ll find anywhere. It’s not necessary to go the entire 2 miles (3.2 km) round trip to Point Sublime to see sunset col- Lower Falls on the Yellowstone River is by far the most often photographed of Yellowstone’s many waterfalls. the grace of the falls with their faint roar nearly a mile away, and the thrill of the rushing river below you. Even the attractive stonework dating from 1938 adds to the

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Yellowstone North Entrance to Swan Lake Flat

editor — Mon, 27 Jun 2016 03:12:00 +0000

From the North Entrance to Mammoth Hot Springs Junction After you enter the park, you will follow the Gardner River through its canyon. You might spot mule deer, bison, and bighorn sheep in the canyon, particularly in winter; elk and pronghorn antelope are here year round. This is the only entrance road that is kept plowed all winter long. It provides access to park headquarters in Mammoth Hot Springs. The road from Mammoth eastward is also kept plowed for winter access to the towns of Cooke City and Silver Gate, Montana (outside the Northeast Entrance). It’s only about 5 miles

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