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Yellowstone has been a ‘sacred wonderland’ of spiritual power and religious activity for centuries – and for different faith groups

  • Written by Thomas S. Bremer, Professor Emeritus of Religious Studies, Rhodes College
Yellowstone has been a ‘sacred wonderland’ of spiritual power and religious activity for centuries – and for different faith groupsBeehive Geyser, in the Upper Geyser Basin of Yellowstone National Park.Thomas S. Bremer

Nearly 5 million travelers come to Wyoming to visit Yellowstone National Park each year, most in the summer months. They come for the geysers, wildlife, scenery and recreational activities such as hiking, fishing and photography.

However, few realize that...

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