Management History

History of Bear Management

Learn about the history of bear management in Yellowstone.

History of Bison Management

Learn about the history of bison management in Yellowstone.

History of Fire Management

Learn about the history of fire fighting and fire management in Yellowstone.

History of Fish Management

Learn about the history of fish management in Yellowstone.

History of Wolf Management

Early park managers, lacking an understanding of ecosystems, viewed wolves as destructive predators.

History & Culture

Explore the rich human and ecological stories that continue to unfold.

History FAQs

Wonder if Yellowstone was the first national park? Want to know how to access our collections? Check our our History FAQs

History Publications

Publications that help tell the history of Yellowstone