America's mighty Yellowstone National Park may be the most famous national park in the entire world. Not only is Yellowstone the world's first national park by most definitions, but its extensive collection of unique natural wonders and majestic beauty makes it one of the world's most extraordinary destinations. But for all of its many superlatives, Yellowstone is not without drawbacks. Excessive fame brings excessive crowds, which all too often leave their marks on areas that most would prefer to stay wild.

Today, geologists are uncovering trash, clothes, and other discarded items in Yellowstone's geothermal area . Even when they're not polluting the park with trash, Yellowstone's most boorish visitors are risking their lives for social media clout . Though a visit to Yellowstone i

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