Laramie

Historical marker location:

1502 S. 3rd Street, Laramie, Wyoming

( Marker is on S. 3rd Street (U.S. 287) north of E. Boswell Drive, on the right when traveling south.)

Wyoming was the site of the world's first national park, Yellowstone National Park, which was established in 1872. The park is located primarily in Wyoming, with small portions in Montana and Idaho. It is famous for its geothermal features, including Old Faithful geyser, and its diverse wildlife.