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Yellowstone National Park

 General views of Crackling Lake in the Norris Geyser Basin at Yellowstone National Park.
General views of Crackling Lake in the Norris Geyser Basin at Yellowstone National Park. Photo: AaronP/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images (Getty Images)

The stunning Yellowstone National Park sits on top of a volcanic hot stop and hosts hot springs, pine forests, and geysers, which draw people from all over the world who really want to snag a scenic selfie. But since the mid-20th century, the park has experienced an average temperature increase of more than 2 degrees Fahrenheit. This has meant less snowfall in the park, more wildfires, and unhealthy air quality for visitors and the many animals that call the park home.