Y E L L O W S T O N E   N A T I O N A L   P A R K
C A N Y O N   A R E A

Northwestern Wyoming

After thoroughly enjoying the views I head back to the van by backtracking the South Rim Trail.

On the way back I come across this peaceful, little meadow. I hadn't notice it earlier on my way to Artist Point, too worried about beating the sun.

I stop off at one of the platforms along the trail for one last view of the canyon. The canyon is such a special place, I'm a little sad that I have to leave.

It's getting late and the sun is setting.

As I leave the Canyon Area, I take a few shots of Yellowstone River as it carries water on its way over two falls and down more than 400 feet.

What can I say, the pictures say it all. This is a gorgeous place. I'm speechless.

I rate my tour of Yellowstone's Canyon Area a perfect 5 thumbs-up!