From the US Forest Service: "Established in 1899, the Gallatin is part of the Greater Yellowstone Area, the largest intact ecosystem in the continental United States. This 1.8-million acre Forest spans six mountain ranges and includes two Congressionally-designated Wilderness areas, the Absaroka-Beartooth and Lee Metcalf Wildernesses. The Gallatin National Forest provides habitat for a full complement of native fauna, including the grizzly bear, gray wolf, bald eagle, and the Canada lynx. Come and explore this marvelous treasure and discover, for yourself, all that it has to offer." The Gallatin National Forest comprises over 2-million acres of land, roughly the size of Delaware and Rhode Island combined and the size of Cyprus. This area is a crucial part of the health of the entire Yellowstone eco-system, and offers a complete playground for outdoor enthusiasts.