Mammoth in Yellowstone National Park in Park County, Wyoming — The American West (Mountains)
The National Park System
The National Park Service administers the system, striving to preserve these places for the future while providing for public enrichment and enjoyment today. Yellowstone National Park was established in 1872 as the world's first national park—the first in this National Park System.
Erected by National Park Service.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. A significant historical year for this entry is 1872.
Location. 44° 43.586′ N, 110° 42.212′ W. Marker is in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, in Park County. It is in Mammoth. Marker can be reached from Grand Loop Road (U.S. 89) near Norris Canyon Road, on the right when traveling south. Located in the pass-through of the Norris Geyser Basin Museum. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Yellowstone National Park WY 82190, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Yellowstone National Park (here, next to this marker); Norris Geyser Basin (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Norris Geyser Basin (within shouting distance of this marker); Emerald Spring (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Norris Area (about 400 feet away); Fumaroles (about 400 feet away); Solfatara (about 600 feet away); Living Thermometer (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Yellowstone National Park.
More about this marker. On the right are several photos with the captions:
"Rangers protect park resources and visitors."
"Specialists monitor Yellowstone's natural and cultural resources, andhelp preserve them for the future."
"Ranger-naturalists help visitors understand and explore the park."
"Maintenance employees maintain historic structures and other visitor facilities."
Also see . . . Yellowstone National Park. National Park Service (Submitted on July 31, 2011.)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 31, 2011, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. This page has been viewed 519 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 31, 2011, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.