Yellowstone National Park

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We Asked 7 Travel Experts Their Favorite U.S. Summer Destinations—and They All Picked the Same Region

"Celebrated as the ultimate American summer wilderness, this destination offers transformative, pristine landscapes that are ideal for wildlife spotting — from bison herds roaming freely to the chance of seeing elusive wolves at dusk. Visitors can encounter iconic geothermal and canyon features like Old Faithful, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and Mammoth Hot Springs. The most memorable moments often come during quieter windows in the day—early morning or late afternoon—when golden light softens the scenery and crowds thin." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, and many more. You'll usually find her in an airport. If you do see her there, please say hello. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

https://www.travelandleisure.com/seven-travel-experts-picked-favorite-usa-summer-destination-11783807

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