Trischman Knob facts for kids

Trischman Knob is a special mountain peak in Yellowstone National Park. It stands tall at about 8,573 feet (2,613 meters) high. This peak is part of the Continental Divide, which is like a big line across North America. It separates which way rivers flow – either to the Pacific Ocean or the Atlantic Ocean.

You can find Trischman Knob on the Madison Plateau. It's about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) west of the Bechler River trail. This spot is also near Madison Lake, which is where the Firehole River begins.

About Trischman Knob

Trischman Knob is a unique mountain because it stands by itself. It's not part of a long mountain range. This makes it an "isolated summit." The area around it is known for its beautiful nature and wildlife.

Why is it Called Trischman Knob?

The peak was named in 1962 to honor a man named Harry Trischman (1886–1950). He was a very important person in the history of Yellowstone National Park.

Harry Trischman first came to Yellowstone in 1899 when he was a child. His father worked there as a carpenter at Fort Yellowstone. Harry grew up loving the park.

Later, Harry Trischman became a U.S. Army scout. In 1916, he made history by becoming one of the very first park rangers in Yellowstone. He worked hard to protect the park and help visitors until he retired in 1945. Trischman Knob was one of his favorite places to explore in the park's wild areas.