Plan Your Visit - Grand Teton National Park (U.S. National Park Service) Plan Your Visit Teton Range in Winter Few landscapes in the world are as striking and memorable as that of Grand Teton National Park. Grand Teton has a lot to offer whatever your interests. Mountains, valleys, lakes, rivers and skies are home to diverse and abundant forests, wildflowers and wildlife. The park also has a rich cultural history with old homesteads and cattle ranches to explore and photograph. Walk on a trail built by the Civilian Conservation Corps or one that American Indians or fur trappers might have used in the 1820s. Ride a bike or paddle a canoe. There is something for everyone. Whatever your interests Grand Teton has something for you. Let this page be the beginning of your adventure! Plan Your Visit to Grand Teton Explore any of the following web pages for more information on: Basic Information on visiting the park along with numerous useful links. This page provides the essential information that you need to plan any trip to Grand Teton. Gives Directions to the park, information about Fees & Passes, Operating Hours & Seasons and how to Contact Us .

Our Things To Do page provides information on our Visitor Centers , Outdoor Activities , Ranger Programs , Nearby Attractions and Concessioner Activities . Visit our calendar of events page. Directions on how to get to Grand Teton. Grand Teton National Park is located in northwestern Wyoming; north of the town of Jackson, Wyoming and south of Yellowstone National Park. Route suggestions are given from Salt Lake City and Denver, along with shuttle service information and a list of nearby airports. Find directions to the park. Operating Hours and Seasons - Grand Teton National Park is open twenty-four hours every day, year-round. Seasonal road closures may limit auto access to some areas in the park during the winter. Operating hours of visitor centers and other facilities vary depending on the season. In winter services are limited. Learn more about operating hours and seasons. Fees and Passes - The entrance fee for the park is $30 for a private noncommercial vehicle; $25 for a motorcycle; or $15 for each visitor 16 years and older entering by foot, bicycle, ski, etc. These fees provide the visitor with a 7-day entrance permit for Grand Teton National Park, the John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway only.

Yellowstone National Park has a separate entrance fee. Remember to keep your admission receipt in order to re-enter during the week. There is a variety of Annual or Lifetime Passes as possible alternatives to the above fees. Learn more about Fees and Passes. Lodging choices in Grand Teton National Park are varied, providing a range of accommodations. Choose from a modern hotel or motel type room, lodging in a historic cabin or even tent cabin. Learn more about lodging choices in the park. There are also a variety of choices for places to find something to eat in the park. Choose from a number of restaurants, grocery stories and picnic areas. Learn more about places to eat in the park. Camping - Six campgrounds operate within the park and parkway during the summer. Most are available on a first-come, first-served basis, although reservations can be made for group camping, the Colter Bay RV Park and the Headwaters Campground and RV Sites at Flagg Ranch. Learn more about campgrounds in the park. There is also camping in the park's backcountry. Learn more about backcountry camping in the park. Weather - This page provides links to weather forecasts and climate information.

Find out what to expect in the way of weather during your trip. This page lists high, low and average temperatures for the park and the amount of precipitation that may be likely during your trip. Learn more about weather in the park. Pets are allowed in the park in the front country in areas accessible to cars and some other limited areas. Pets are not allowed on trails, in the backcountry, in visitor centers, or on the Multi-use Pathway and must be leashed at all time. These regulations are in place to keep your pet safe and to protect wildlife, other visitors and the unique wilderness environment of the park. Learn more about pets in the park. Accessibility - Information on accessible trails, lodging and facilities can be found here. The park seeks to provide memorable opportunities for people of all abilities and interests. Find more about accessibility options in the park. Road Information - Contains road construction updates and contact information for current road status in and around the park. Also contains links for road information for Yellowstone National Park and the state of Wyoming. Learn more about road conditions and possible road construction in the park and surrounding region. Your Safety is important to us. Find helpful tips and guidelines for enjoying a safe visit to the park.

Find information on viewing wildlife safely ; on hiking , camping and recreating in bear country ; how to minimize your chance of being struck by lightning and other safety concerns. Find out more about ways to stay safe in the park. Lost & Found - Find out how to complete a lost property report or on how to return a found item to the owner. Learn more about Lost & Found procedures in the park. The following trip planners may also be helpful: A list of current and future events can be found on our calendar page. Autumn in the Tetons highlights one of the park's most vibrant and dynamic seasons. A provision from the 1950 park legislation allows a limited elk reduction program in the fall. Learn more about Autumn in the Tetons. Winter Trip Planner provides information useful when visiting the park during the longest season - winter. Find out about winter activities, seasonal road closures and safety information. Learn more about winter in the Tetons. For More Information For additional information download our Official Park Newspaper or a variety of Park Brochures . There are many brochures available for your trip planning and to help you learn about park resources. Some brochures are also available in Spanish and other languages.

Visit our online store for books, maps, and guides to the park. Operated by the nonprofit Grand Teton Association , store proceeds directly benefit Grand Teton National Park. LOCAL PARTNERS & INFORMATION RESOURCES NPS: Nature & Science» Geology Resources Division Wyoming Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming Geologic structures in Grand Teton National Park are located within the Middle Rocky Mountain physiographic province and result from tectonic activities associated with the Laramide orogeny and continuing through recent times. In the southern Yellowstone area, thehigh-altitude Two Ocean Plateau was created by rhyolite flows of Quaternary age (Love and Reed, 1968; Love and Christiansen, 1985). The Washakie and Absaroka ranges are located northeast of the park and consist of thrustfaulted, asymmetric anticlines and andesitic volcaniclastic rocks, respectively. The Pinyon Peak and Mount Leidy Highlands, east of the park, include conglomerates of late Cretaceous and early Tertiary age.

The Gros Ventre Range, located southeast of the park, is composed of thrust faulted sedimentary rocks of Mesozoic and Paleozoic age, including carboniferous units which form karst. The Teton Range is an upthrown, tilted fault-block that contains more than 5,000 feet of Paleozoic sedimentary strata including significant deposits of karst forming limestones and dolomites. Jackson Hole is a structural basin as much as 3.1 miles deep formed by a tilted, downthrown fault block hinged to the east (Nolan and Miller, 1995). Rocks ranging in age from Precambrian to Quaternary crop out in and near Grand Teton National Park. The Teton Range consists of a core of igneous and metamorphic Precambrian rocks overlain in most of the range by westward dipping sedimentary Paleozoic rocks. Jackson Hole contains mostly Quaternary glacial, lacustrine, and alluvial deposits underlain by Tertiary volcanics and older rocks, forming a sequence as much as 4,000 - 7,000 feet thick.

The uplands east of Jackson Hole are underlain by Precambrian through Cenozoic rock strata (Cox, 1974; Nolan and Miller, 1995). Alluvium occurs as flood plain deposits and alluvial fans in valleys, and commonly consists of well-sorted beds of silt, sand, and gravel. Much of the alluvium is glacial-outwash material that has been reworked by modern streams and greatly resembles the parent material. Alluvial fans have formed along the margins of Jackson Hole where streams enter the valley from surrounding uplands. Relatively large amounts of ground water occur within the alluvium of the park (Cox, 1974). Faults have greatly altered the continuity of rock units in and near the park. Vertical displacement along the Teton Fault is as much as 23,000 feet (4.4 miles). Faults are also present east and south of Jackson Hole, but are obscured by glacial and alluvial deposits in Jackson Hole (Cox, 1974). Jackson Hole and the bordering Tetons are both tilted blocks of the earth's crust.

The block forming the Tetons was uplifted on its east side, while the block forming Jackson Hole was down dropped on its west side. These blocks are joined at the Teton Fault, and the floor of Jackson Hole tilts westward toward the Tetons. Relative movement along the fault is estimated to average about 1 foot per 300 - 400 years. As tilting of the block continues, the Snake River seeks the lowest portion of the valley by migrating westward. Flood-control levees, within and south of the park, inhibit this natural migration (Love and Reed, 1968). Jackson Hole has been glaciated at least three times, with the oldest event being the most widespread. The ice in many places exceeded 2,000 feet in thickness, and later glacial events eroded or covered parts of earlier ones (Love and Reed, 1968). During the latest glacial stage, ice flowed down canyons in the Teton Range onto the floor of Jackson Hole and built the moraines that dam Jackson, Leigh, Jenny, Bradley, Taggart, and Phelps lakes. The glacial deposits are generally either morainal or outwash deposits consistent with alpine glaciation.

Morainal deposits are commonly ridges or hills that were formed by material deposited directly by glaciers as the ice melted. Outwash deposits form plains where material carried by streams, that flowed from the melting glaciers, was deposited. Outwash deposits are more permeable and yield water more easily to wells than morainal deposits. Wells yielding 1,000 gpm can be completed in the outwash deposits of Jackson Hole. Morainal deposits contain more clay and silt than outwash deposits resulting in better retention of soil moisture and nutrients. Consequently, moraines are heavily forested, while outwash plains are covered by sagebrush (Cox, 1974). Lacustrine deposits in and near the park occur where lakes existed before, during, or after glaciation. Landslide deposits also occur, most extensively in the upland areas east and northeast of Jackson Hole (Cox, 1974). The Gros Ventre drainage is characterized by sedimentary terrain in which numerous landslides have occurred. The mass wasting contributes large volumes of bedload to streams draining from the east (Wyoming State Engineer's Office,1972).

SOILS The variety of soils found in the area result from the kinds and origins of the parent materials as well as variations in climatic conditions. There are three predominant soil types, the most widespread of which is a loamy to loamy-skeletal mixed soil found from 6,000 to 12,500 feet on low mountains, fans, and uplands. Generally, these soils are less than ten inches in depth, well drained, and have a medium available water holding capacity. Major problems on these soils are erosion and climatic limitations, and recommended land treatment measures are forest or rangeland with good irrigation practices (Wyoming State Engineer's Office, 1972). Steep mountains, with elevations between 6,800 and 14,000 feet, have soils classified as loamyskeletal and mixed and range from 10 - 60 inches in depth. They are well to poorly drained, and have a low to medium water-holding capacity. Major soil problems are cold climate and steep slopes, and the recommended land treatment is continued forestland management (Wyoming State Engineer's Office, 1972).

Most of the cropland in the basin is found on fans, rolling hills, and bottomland at elevations of 6,000 to 6,800 feet. Low average annual precipitation at these elevations dictates irrigation for most crops, and a freeze-free season from 0-50 days limits crop production to grass, hay, and some small grain. Soils in this area consist of fine to course loams, and fine to course silts and mixes, and range from 17 - 60 inches in depth. These soils vary from poorly to well drained, with low to high available moisture holding capacities. Major soil problems are water erosion, wetness, and sensitivity to drought. Recommended land treatment measures are residue management, cross-slope operations, cropping sequence, drainage where necessary, and range management (Wyoming State Engineer's Office, 1972). FLUVIAL GEOMORPHOLOGY The gradient of the Snake and Gros Ventre rivers through the Jackson Hole area is about 19 and 38 feet per mile, respectively.

Some reaches of these streams are considered braided, while multiple channel reaches are the most common, and meandering patterns are limited to reaches with lower gradients and sediment inputs. As a result of the gradients, tributaries draining the mountains tend to have high resultant velocities even during low flows. In flood, they transport large bedloads and spread out through an ever increasing secondary network of side channels, eroding the banks, changing courses frequently, and reforming the channel bed during a single flood event (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, 1989). The Gros Ventre River is a cobble-bed mountain stream that drains approximately 600 square miles of eastern Jackson Hole and the mountains further east. The river channel is steeply sloped and subject to heavy bedloads originating from rock and cobble deposited by numerous landslides (Love and Reed, 1968). The river is wide and braided in areas where geologic materials are of low erosion resistance, while areas of high resistance result in the river being confined to a single entrenched channel of low sinuosity (Campbell and Lasley, 1990).

Limited geomorphic studies (Skinner, 1977; Marston, 1993; and Mills, 1991) have been conducted in the park on a site/issue specific basis, but a comprehensive analysis of the fluvial geomorphic processes characterizing Grand Teton National Park and surrounding regions has not been conducted. General observations by the author include: . The streams within Grand Teton National Park drain a recently glaciated and tectonically unstable region. Fluvial geomorphic processes are dominated by mountain building forces and the glacial legacy, resulting in streams that are inherently dynamic because they must continually adjust to changing gradients, sediment supplies, and other factors that control stream "stability". . Stream reaches within Jackson Hole, predominantly contain gravel and cobble bedloads, with sand and silt intermixed or deposited in areas of slower velocities. . As a result of the tectonic lowering of Jackson Hole and the high sediment supply from the surrounding mountains and glacial deposits, streams within Jackson Hole tend to aggrade. The highest rates of aggradation occur near the mountain fronts and several streams flow on alluvial fans where they exit the mountains. .

The Snake River through Jackson Hole is naturally characterized by varying levels of stability, predominantly resulting from proximity to sediment supplies (i.e., very stable from Jackson Lake to Pacific Creek where the lake traps sediment, to unstable below the tributary confluences and terrace cutbanks where sediment is contributed). . Instability and aggradation are natural phenomenon dominating the region for eons, and the plant and animal life inhabiting the park have evolved to co-exist, and in some cases be dependant upon, this instability. . The shallow soils typical of the area's flood plains result in shallow rooted riparian vegetation, which furthers the tendency for high bank erosion and channel dynamics. The construction of park facilities, such as the headquarters within the Snake River flood plain at Moose, bridges over tributaries, irrigation headgates, streamside campgrounds, and boat accesses, demands a level of stability not naturally present in the region's water courses. Therefore, significant efforts have been made to increase the stability of some stream reaches, requiring large expenditures of capital and manpower and interfering with natural stream and riparian processes. Issues discussed later that effect or arise from fluvial geomorphic processes include road aggregate mining, hydrologic modifications, and flood plain management.

Source National Park Service, Water Resources Division References Campbell, T.M., and Lasley, C. L., 1990, Minimum Instream Flows for the Lower Gros Ventre River , Teton County , Wyoming : Lower Gros Ventre River Study Group, Wilson , Wyoming , 52 pp. Cox, E.R., 1974, Water Resources of Grand Teton National Park: U. S. Geological Survey, Open-file report, 114 pp. Love J.D., and Reed, J.C. Jr., 1968, Creation of the Teton Landscape, the Geologic Story of Grand Teton National Park : Grand Teton Natural History Association, Moose, Wyoming , 120 pp. Marston, R. A., 1993, Changes in Geomorphic Processes in the Snake River Following Impoundment of Jackson Lake and Potential Changes due to 1988 Fires in the Watershed: Department of Geography and Recreation, University of Wyoming , Laramie , WY , 129 pp.

Mills, J.D., 1991, Wyoming 's Jackson Lake Dam , Horizonatal Channel Stability, and Floodplain Vegetation Dynamics: Masters thesis, University of Wyoming , Laramie , Wyoming , 54 PP . Noland, B.T., and Miller, K.A., 1995, Water Resources of Teton County , Wyoming , Exclusive of Yellowstone National Park : U. S. Geological Survey, Water Resources Investigation Report 95-4204, 76 pp. Skinner, M.M., 1977, Sedimentation Problems on the Buffalo Fork River, Gros Ventre River, Spread Creek, and Pilgrim Creek: Contract Report for Teton County 208 Planning Agency, Civil Engineering Department, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, 1989, Jackson Hole Wyoming Flood Protection Project, draft O&M Decision Document and EIS: Walla Walla District, Walla Walla , Washington , 148 PP.

Wyoming State Engineer's Office, 1972, Water and Related Land Resources of the Snake River Basin, Wyoming:, Wyoming State Engineer's Office., Wyoming Water Planning Program, Report # 12, Cheyenne,WY, 152 pp. Journey Through the Past: A Geology Tour Read the past as you view the Teton Range today. The ancient geologic processes that shaped the mountains and valley have left visible marks. Watch millions of years of dynamic geology unfold before you while exploring Grand Teton National Park. Two rectangular blocks of the Earth's crust moved like giant trap doors, one swinging skyward to form the mountains, the other hinging downward to create the valley. Wind, rain, ice, and glaciers constantly eroded the rising range. Meanwhile, enormous glaciers and torrential meltwaters flowed southward carrying cobbles, gravel, and coarse sand and periodically re leveled the floor of the sinking valley. Rock Formation The geologic story of this range starts with the formation of the rocks that make up the mountains, rocks far older than the mountains themselves. The process began over 2.5 billion years ago when sand and volcanic debris settled in an ancient ocean.

For millions of years, additional sediment was deposited and buried within the earth's crust. Heat and pressure metamorphosed (changed) the sediment into gneiss, the rocks that comprise the main mass of the Teton Range. The stress of metamorphosis caused minerals to segregate. Today, alternating light and dark layers identify banded gneiss, readily seen in Death Canyon and other canyons in the Teton Range. Next, magma (molten rock) forced its way up through cracks and zones of weakness in the gneiss. This igneous (formed by heat) rock slowly cooled, forming light-colored dikes of granite, inches to hundreds of feet thick. Look for larger dikes as you view the mountains from the Jenny Lake and String Lake areas. Uplift and erosion have exposed the granite that now forms the central peaks of the range. Diabase, a dark-colored igneous rock, 1.3 billion years ago flowed up through the gneiss and granite, resulting in the prominent vertical dikes seen today on the faces of Mt. Moran and the Middle Teton. The diabase dike on Mt.

Moran protrudes from the face because the gneiss surrounding it erodes faster than the diabase. The diabase dike on the Middle Teton is recessed because the granite of the central peaks erodes more slowly than the diabase. Shallow seas that covered the Teton region 600 million to 65 million years ago have left sedimentary formations, still visible at the north and south ends of the Teton Range and also on the west slope of the mountains. Marine life, especially tiny trilobites, corals and brachiopods, flourished in the shallow seas covering this area. The seas repeatedly advanced and retreated. During retreat of the younger seas, this area became a low-lying coastal plain frequented by dinosaurs. Fossilized bones of a horned dinosaur, the Triceratops, have been found east of the Park near Togwotee Pass. Mountain Building Compression of the earth's crust 80 million to 40 million years ago caused uplift of the Rocky Mountain chain, from what is now Mexico to Canada.

While the mountains on the south and east formed during this period, the rise of the Teton Range as we now see it had not yet begun. Stretching and thinning of the earth's crust caused movement along the Teton fault to begin about 6 - 9 million years ago. Every few thousand years, when the elasticity of the crust stretches to its limit, a fault (or break) of about 10 feet occurs, relieving stress in the earth's crust. The blocks on either side of the fault moved, with the west block swinging skyward to form the Teton Range, the youngest and most spectacular range in the Rocky Mountain chain. The east block dropped downward, forming the valley called Jackson Hole. The valley block under your feet has actually dropped down four times more than the mountain block has uplifted. Total vertical movement along the Teton fault approaches 30,000 feet. Evidence for the amount of movement comes from the present location of the Flathead Sandstone. Activity along the Teton fault separated this formation on the opposing blocks. On the summit of Mt. Moran 6,000 feet above the valley floor, lies a pink cap of Flathead Sandstone, visible when the snow has melted.

On the valley side of the fault, this formation lies buried at least 24,000 feet below the surface. Early nineteenth century fur trappers referred to high mountain valleys as "holes". When they named this valley Jackson Hole, they were geologically correct! Today the sheer east face of the Teton Range, rising abruptly more than a mile above the valley, captures our attention more than the valley does. Rocks and soil, thousands of feet thick, transported into the valley over the past several million years, mask the subsidence of the valley. Some of the deposits filling Jackson Hole contain innumerable rounded rocks varying in color from white to pink and purple. These quartzite rocks eroded from an ancestral mountain range probably located 20 to 70 miles northwest of the Teton Range. Rivers rounded the quartzite into cobblestones as they carried the rocks into this area. Volcanism Vast clouds of volcanic ash blew into the Teton region from the west and north, beginning more than 20 million years ago. White ash accumulated on the sinking floor of Jackson Hole 9 million to 10 million years ago, leaving deposits nearly one mile thick.

Between 6 million and 600 thousand years ago, fiery incandescent clouds of gaseous molten rock originated in what is now central Yellowstone Park and flowed southward on both sides of the Teton Range. Remnants of this flow are exposed on Signal Mountain and on the north end of the Teton Range. Glaciation The sculpturing influence of ice has provided a final spectacular touch to a scene that already boasted mountains rising sharply from a broad, flat valley. About 150,000 years ago this region experienced a slight cooling that allowed an accumulation of more and more snow each year. Eventually glaciers (masses of ice) began to flow from higher elevations. Over two thousand feet thick in places, the ice sheet flowed from north to south through Jackson Hole. The glacier finally halted south of the town of Jackson and melted about 100,000 years ago. About 60,000 years ago the glaciers returned, first surging from the east down the Buffalo Valley, stopping near the Snake River Overlook.

The most recent ice advance flowed from the Yellowstone Plateau south down the Snake River drainage and east from the canyons in the Teton Range, about 20,000 years ago. The Yellowstone ice mass gouged out the depression occupied today by Jackson Lake. Smaller glaciers flowing eastward down the Teton Range broadened the V-shaped stream canyons into U-shaped canyons, typical evidence of glaciation. Ice flowed from the canyons into Jackson Hole, then melted to form the basins that small lakes occupy today. Glacial lakes include: Phelps, String, and Leigh. As glaciers flowed down the canyons, rocks and ice smoothed and polished canyon floors and walls. Look for glacial polishing today in Cascade and other canyons. Other telltale signs of glaciation include cirque lakes high up in the canyons, such as Lake Solitude in the north fork of Cascade Canyon. The peaks of the Teton Range became more jagged from frost-wedging, where water freezing in the rocks exerted a prying force, eventually chiseling the rocks free, leaving the sharp ridges and pinnacles seen today.

Although the last great ice masses melted about 15,000 years ago, a dozen re-established glaciers still exist in the Teton Range. Mt. Moran exhibits five glaciers: Triple Glaciers on the north face, prominent Skillet Glacier on the east face and Falling Ice Glacier on the southeast face. Teton Glacier lies in the shadow of the Grand Teton. One way to view a glacier up close involves a ten-mile hike (twenty miles round trip) up the south fork of Cascade Canyon to Schoolroom Glacier. It demonstrates all the features of a classic glacier. Moraines (deposits of glacially-carried debris) accumulated at the terminus of each ice surge. Because moraines contain a jumble of unsorted rocks and soil that retains water and minerals, glacial debris today supports dense lodgepole pine forests. To locate moraines, look for large stands of pines on ridges projecting above the valley floor, such as Timbered Island and Burned Ridge. Glacial moraines also surround the lakes at the base of the peaks. Where glacial meltwater washed away most of the soil, the cobbles and poor, thin soil left behind cannot retain moisture or nutrients.

Sagebrush, certain wildflowers and grasses can tolerate such desert-like growing conditions. Thus the geologic history of a region determines the vegetation and ultimately the wildlife, too. Collecting Rocks Federal law prohibits collecting in National Parks. Please leave rocks where you find them so that others may enjoy the intact geologic story. TOP OF PAGE Currently, we do not have a listing for a park-specific geoscience book. The park's geology may be described in regional or state geology texts. Please visit the Geology Books and Media webpage for additional sources such as text books , theme books , CD ROMs , and technical reports . Parks and Plates: The Geology of Our National Parks, Monuments & Seashores. Lillie, Robert J., 2005. ISBN 0-393-92407-6 9" x 10.75", paperback, 550 pages, full color throughout The spectacular geology in our national parks provides the answers to many questions about the Earth. The answers can be appreciated through plate tectonics, an exciting way to understand the ongoing natural processes that sculpt our landscape. Parks and Plates is a visual and scientific voyage of discovery!

Ordering from your National Park Cooperative Associations' bookstores helps to support programs in the parks. Please visit the bookstore locator for park books and much more. TOP OF PAGE For information about permits that are required for conducting geologic research activities in National Parks, see the Permits Information page. The NPS maintains a searchable data base of research needs that have been identified by parks. A bibliography of geologic references is being prepared for each park through the Geologic Resources Evaluation Program (GRE). Please see the GRE website for more information and contacts. ​Grand Teton National Park Tours with O.A.R.S. Guides Outdoor Adventures in Grand Teton National Park Famous for its snow-capped, craggy peaks, Grand Teton National Park, along with neighboring Yellowstone National Park , is often referred to as the “Serengeti of North America.” Located in northwestern Wyoming, the park—with peaks rising as much as 7,000 feet above Jackson Hole and the Snake River—resides in the heart of one the last nearly intact temperate ecosystems in North America, making it a hotbed of wildlife activity.

Roaming the countryside surrounding the Teton Range are bison, moose, pronghorn antelope and elk—not to mention grizzly and black bears, wolves and mountain lions—while beavers, muskrats, waterfowl, as well as an occasional river otter, inhabit the park’s lakes and ponds. The park’s sagebrush meadows also host a flurry of activity with squirrels, other small rodents and chirping birds. In fact, there are more than 300 species of birds in Grand Teton National Park, including the bald eagle, calliope hummingbird, osprey, sage grouse, white-crowned sparrows, juncos, sapsuckers, woodpeckers, trumpeter swan and the western tanager to name a few. Many of the birds found in the park are migratory, and spend only the warmer months there each year. Beyond the incredible wildlife, Grand Teton National Park also boasts beautiful wetlands and alpine lakes, as well as the scenic Snake River. Flowing west from its source in the Teton Wilderness, the Snake River enters Yellowstone National Park then flows south into Jackson Lake in Grand Teton National Park.

Floating the multiple channels under the quintessential mountain peaks of the Tetons is an experience you won’t forget. O.A.R.S. is not only well equipped to help you with your Grand Teton National Park adventure, but as the only outfitter permitted to spend nights on Jackson Lake in Grand Teton National Park, we can provide an unforgettable guided sea kayaking trip or multi-sport vaction . We provide everything you need to sea kayak, raft, hike and sightsee your way to some of the most extraordinary sites in the Grand Teton National Park—without the crowds. O.A.R.S. West, Inc. is an authorized concessioner of Grand Teton National Park. A Summer at Grand Teton National Park | U.S. Department of the Interior U.S. Department of the Interior Blog / A Summer at Grand Teton National Park 12/10/2015 Blog Post A Summer at Grand Teton National Park Last summer, Christina Adele Warburg landed her dream job: Park ranger at Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming. Christina lived and worked at Grand Teton’s Moose Entrance Station, welcoming people to the park.

Now she’s sharing her experience and some great insider travel tips for anyone looking to plan a trip to Grand Teton. Unless you have lived it, it can be hard to understand how truly wonderful it is to spend a summer at Grand Teton. It’s driving to the post office and seeing wolves eating a moose carcass off the side of the road. It’s waking up at 2 am to an elk bugling a few feet outside your window. It’s hanging around a campfire with your co-workers -- people who become your family. It’s every second of your free time being filled with hikes, wildlife, lakes, rivers, stars and friends. It’s taking away all the distractions of life and learning what really matters. It’s waking up every morning, looking at the peaks and still not being used to the beauty. It’s hearing the same question over a hundred times a day for months on end, and being so happy you don't mind answering it again. It’s not knowing what else is happening around the globe because your whole world is the park. It is living life amplified -- that’s what Grand Teton is like. 1. What's your favorite hike at Grand Teton? Delta Lake is my favorite hike by far.

It’s a social trail out of Lupine Meadows and leads to a turquoise lake right at the base of the Grand Teton. Often times I have the lake to myself, and the views during the entire hike of Bradley and Taggart lakes are just stunning. Photo of Mormon Row. 2. What's one thing most people don't know about Grand Teton? Grand Teton probably has the most complicated history of any national park. It took over 50 years of constant struggles to form what is now Grand Teton National Park. Its path to creation led to Wyoming being the only state in which the Antiquities Act is not valid. Its complicated history is also what sets Grand Teton apart from any other park as well. Grand Teton has private in-holdings, a commercial airport, a dammed lake and seasonal hunting. You won't see many (if any) of those things at other national parks. 3. Where is the best place to watch sunset or sunrise? Oxbow Bend and Schwabacher Landing are my favorite spots. Both offer great reflections of the Teton Range in the water. While sunrises are great at both spots all year long, the best sunset location depends on the time of year.

In summer, it’s Schwabacher. For winter, it’s Oxbow. Photo of sunset from Schwabacher Landing. 4. One thing every visitor shouldn't miss at Grand Teton is: Schwabacher Landing. The mirror reflection of Grand Teton is beyond compare and its wildlife viewing opportunities are abundant. It’s long been my favorite spot in the park, and I try to visit at least once a day. 5. What's the best thing about working at Grand Teton? The best part of my job is getting to personally witness hundreds of thousands of people falling in love with my park for the first time. On top of that, I get to help them plan their visit to this special place and make their trip even more memorable. Plan your trip to Grand Teton today at . All photos courtesy of Christina Adele Warburg. Blog Post Grand Teton National Park – Travel guide at Wikivoyage History[ edit ] In the late 1800s, Colonel S.B.M. Young, the acting Superintendent of Yellowstone National Park, suggested the expansion of Yellowstone's park boundaries towards the south. During the following years, various officials introduced a series of proposals to include the Teton mountain range and Jackson Lake in an enlarged Yellowstone.

These proposals were met with fierce opposition by local ranchers, who feared that an expanded park would lead to cuts in their grazing areas. Around this same time, farmers in the region suggested the damming of Two Ocean, Emma Matilda and Jenny Lakes for irrigation purposes. Ranchers became concerned that if the lakes were dammed, it could lead to the destruction of natural resources by way of increased commercial development. This concern led to a key meeting in 1923, when Yellowstone Superintendent Horace Albright and some local residents decided that they could pool private funds to buy up land. This way, they could lock the land away from developers and preserve the natural character of the Jackson Hole region. Albright was the only person at the meeting who openly supported a national park. The other attendees wanted to make sure that they could continue to use the land for hunting and ranching. As time went by, public support for a national park grew. This support wasn't unanimous, and there were still many holdouts who would not sell their land to the government. Nonetheless, on February 26, 1929, Grand Teton National Park was signed into law by President Calvin Coolidge. John D. Rockefeller, Jr.

became enamored of the Jackson Hole area and decided to help with Superintendent Albright's plan. Rockefeller created a private company as a front to buy land, using the company to hide both his personal involvement and any links to the federal government. That way, local residents would sell their land to the company, not knowing that it was in fact going to be donated to the National Park Service. When the true nature of Rockefeller's front company became publicly known, it caused outrage in the area. After many legal battles, this controversy was put to rest with a compromise that allowed limited hunting and grazing within the park, as well as the existence of some privately run guest ranches. Landscape[ edit ] The Wyoming landscape in Grand Teton National Park is stunningly beautiful. This range often represents the entire Rocky Mountain range in countless photographs, postcards, and imaginations. This section of the Rockies is a wondrous playground for climbers, hikers, skiers, and nearly all other outdoor enthusiasts. Flora and fauna[ edit ] Moose bed down in the willows, and are frequently spotted throughout the park.

Grand Teton National Park has abundant wildlife, but it is most famous for its populations of elk, bison (buffalo), moose and bald eagles. See Jackson Lake's 7 day forecast Data from NOAA (1981-2010) Jackson Hole hardly seems the same place when one contrasts the winter and summer seasons. The southern end of the valley averages 15 feet of snow in the winter and often reaches balmy 80 degree temperatures in the summer. Temperatures in higher elevations average four degrees Fahrenheit cooler every 1,000 feet in rise. Raingear is recommended during spring, summer and fall. Sub-zero temperatures are common throughout winter and demand multi-layered clothing, hats, mittens and cold weather boots. Vehicles with four-wheel drive or all-weather tires are recommended for winter travel, roads may be closed during blizzards. Drive at or below posted speed limits at all times; moose and other wildlife are often seen crossing roads during the winter. Winter doesn’t officially set in until December 21, but the first heavy snows may fall by November 1. Between winter storms the days are sunny and the nights are frigid.

Average temperatures range from a daily maximum of 29°F to a minimum of 6°F. Ask at the Moose Visitor Center for road closures during blizzards. During spring mild days and cool nights frequently come with rain or snow. The spring months average 11 days with measurable precipitation. Temperatures typically range from 22°F to 49°F. Valley trails remain snow-covered until late May. Between the months of June through August the average daily temperature is 76°F, but high-elevation hiking trails don’t melt out until mid-July. Nighttime temperatures can reach the lower 40s. Most of the year’s precipitation falls during the summer months; afternoon thunderstorms are common. Sun and occasional rain and snow fill the short fall days. The average daily maximum is 54°F while the minimum average is a cool 25°F. The fall months average 23 days that drop below freezing. For a comfortable trip, bring plenty of layered clothing.

By air[ edit ] Jackson Hole Airport ( IATA : JAC) lies within the park boundaries, on the west side of the Wyoming Centennial Scenic Byway, which carries three US Route designations: 26, 89, and 191. American, Delta, Frontier, and United serve the airport. Some service is seasonal. By car[ edit ] From the north, U.S. Highways 89, 191 and 287 share the same road into the park via Yellowstone National Park . This route is closed from November to April due to snow. From the south, U.S. Highways 26, 89 and 191 share a road from Jackson . From the east, U.S. 26 connects to Dubois . From the west, Grassy Lake Road, a gravel road, connects Ashton , Idaho , to U.S. 89 near the north end of the park. This route is closed during the winter. Driving Teton Pass, going from Sheridan over to Idaho, is treacherous.

It has a steep grade up and down, wide curves, and you can easily miss a turn and drive off if you take your eyes off the road or the sun gets in your eyes. By bus[ edit ] Alltrans Park Shuttle runs from Jackson right through the park to Flagg Ranch. $14 per day (park fees extra). By foot[ edit ] There are an extensive number of trails entering the park on all sides including the 3100 mile long Continental Divide Trail . Fees/Permits[ edit ] All vehicles and individuals entering the park must pay an entrance fee that is valid for seven days. The entrance fee provides entry to both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. Fees are $25 for non-commercial vehicles, $12 for hikers and cyclists, and $20 for motorcycles. From December through mid-April a winter day use pass is also available for $5 per person (Grand Teton National Park only). There are several passes for groups traveling together in a private vehicle or individuals on foot or on bike.

These passes provide free entry at national parks and national wildlife refuges, and also cover standard amenity fees at national forests and grasslands, and at lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation. These passes are valid at all national parks including Grand Teton National Park: The $80 Annual Pass (valid for twelve months from date of issue) can be purchased by anyone. Military personnel can obtain a free annual pass in person at a federal recreation site by showing a Common Access Card (CAC) or Military ID. U.S. citizens or permanent residents age 62 or over can obtain a Senior Pass (valid for the life of the holder) in person at a federal recreation site for $10, or through the mail for $20; applicants must provide documentation of citizenship and age. This pass also provides a fifty percent discount on some park amenities. U.S. citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities can obtain an Access Pass (valid for the life of the holder) in person at a federal recreation site at no charge, or through the mail for $10; applicants must provide documentation of citizenship and permanent disability. This pass also provides a fifty percent discount on some park amenities.

Individuals who have volunteered 250 or more hours with federal agencies that participate in the Interagency Pass Program can receive a free Volunteer Pass. 4th graders can receive an Annual 4th Grade Pass that allows free entry for the duration of the 4th grade school year (September-August) to the bearer and any accompanying passengers in a private non-commercial vehicle. Registration at the Every Kid in a Park website is required. In 2017 the National Park Service will offer ten days on which entry is free for all national parks: January 16 (Martin Luther King Jr. Day), February 20 (President's Day), April 15-16 & April 22-23 (National Park Week weekends), August 25 (National Park Service's birthday), September 30 (National Public Lands Day), and November 11-12 (Veterans Day weekend). Grand Teton National Park is a bit curious in that the ranger stations where you pay the entry fees lie fairly deep within the park. This essentially means that sections of the park can be accessed for free, including Jackson Hole Airport. Get around[ edit ] Most visitors to the park drive around, because of the distances involved.

Some hardy souls bike or hike. See[ edit ] There are turnouts and scenic overlooks throughout the park which offer a good view of Grand Teton's many mountains. Here are just a few highlights: 43.8627190 -110.5488182 1 Oxbow Bend (About a mile east of Jackson Lake Junction). Besides the view of Mt. Moran, many types of birds can be seen here 43.789444 -110.713333 2 Cathedral Group turnout. This turnout offers a great view of the three highest peaks in the Teton range: Teewinot, the Grand Teton and Mt. Owen Teton Glacier turnout (About 4 miles north of Moose Junction on Teton Park Road). This turnout highlights the largest glacier in the park. Snake River Overlook (This overlook is along U.S. 26/89/191.). Ansel Adams took a famous photograph of the Tetons from this site. 43.7291 -110.6617 3 Schwabacher's Landing (This dirt road, off U.S.

26/89/191, forks into two branches, one labeled for cars, the other for boats. Both branches have parking). They lead to nice views of the Tetons and their reflections in the Snake River. 43.8488292 -110.5671520 4 Signal Mountain (Turn off the park road south of Jackson Lake Junction.). A fairly narrow paved spur road climbs to a parking area, then a very short walk to the summit gives an excellent 360 degree view of Jackson Hole. Besides the mountains, there are other attractions worth seeing: 43.903056 -110.643611 5 Colter Bay Indian Arts Museum. Native American artifacts are on display here. Video presentations about the park are frequently shown. Gift store. Free. Menor's Ferry. This is a reconstruction of an 1890s ferry that crossed the Snake River. Chapel of the Transfiguration. This Epicopalian log cabin chapel, in a meadow near Moose Junction on Teton Park Road, has a view of the mountains through an altar window.

There are also stained glass windows that depict the mountainous landscape. Chapel of the Sacred Heart. This Catholic chapel, near Jackson Lake Junction, has a rustic feel with its log cabin construction. Do[ edit ] Cunningham Cabin in Jackson Hole, a structure that is on the national register of historic places. Barker-Ewing Grand Teton Park Float Trips , PO Box 100, Moose, WY 83012, toll-free: +1-800-3365-1800 . 10-mile scenic float trips on the Snake River within Grand Teton National Park. $70 adults/$40 children. Hidden Falls hike. A worthwhile and fun activity is to see by Jenny Lake. You can hike 2.5 miles to the falls and take a boat ride back ($7 one way, $10 round trip). The falls and whitewater is spectacular as it makes its mad dash down to Jenny Lake. Be sure to be on the lookout for rock climbers near the falls. Beyond Hidden Falls the hiking trail continues with a climb up to Inspiration Point which affords a spectacular view over Jenny Lake and Jackson Hole.

After another climb the trail flattens out and heads west along highly scenic Cascade Canyon. Eventually the trail reaches Lake Solitude. Colter Bay Village John Colter Cafe Court. Has Mexican and American fare. It's quick and decent. Chuckwagon Restaurant. Nice sit down dinner type of restaurant. They have breakfast buffet (7.95 for cold 11.95 for cold and hot). Drinks ordered charge extra (e.g. orange juice $2.5, Latte $3.65ish) Jackson Lake Lodge Pioneer Grill. Offers counter service with light meals, snacks and soda fountain treats for breakfast, lunch and dinner, open daily 6AM-10:30PM. Service is not very quick and the food is not great, but it's open all the time. Sleep[ edit ] Due to the political deals which made Grand Teton National Park a reality, a mix of concessionaire lodging, private guest ranches and camping is available within the park. Apart from the in-park accommodations, Jackson is the closest town with many lodging options. Lodging[ edit ] Colter Bay Village (Just off U.S.

89/287), ☎ +1 307 543-2811 , toll-free: +1-800-628-9988 . Open late May to late September. Facilities range from basic tent cabins to cabins with private baths. Budget to midrange prices. The tents have 4 bunk beds outfitted with decent sleeping pads, but you'll need to provide your own sleeping bag. Jackson Lake Lodge (Just off U.S. 89/287), ☎ +1 307 543-2811 , toll-free: +1-800-628-9988 . Open from late May to early October. Large hotel with on-site restaurants and heated outdoor pool. Many mountain views. Midrange to pricey for this area. Jenny Lake Lodge , ☎ +1 307 733-4647 , toll-free: +1-800-628-9988 . Accessible via North Jenny Lake Junction off of Teton Park Road. Open early June to early October. Upscale to luxurious cabins and suites with on-site restaurant. Expensive.

Teton Mountain Lodge , 3385 West Village Dr, toll-free: +1-800-801-6615 . PO Box 564, Teton Village. A slope-side mountain resort in Jackson Hole, Wyoming that offers rustic lodge rooms and suites. This luxury resort features a luxury spa, extensive meeting facilities, a variety of ski services and fine dining at Cascade Grill House & Spirits. Camping[ edit ] Flagg Ranch Campground, toll-free: +1-800-443-2311 . Located just south of Yellowstone and 5 miles north of Grand Teton National Park on U.S. 89/191/287. Open May-Sept, call for exact dates. 175 sites in the spruce-fir forest. Call for reservations for both trailer sites and tent sites at this concession-operated campground. Lizard Creek Campground, toll-free: +1-800-672-6012 . 32 miles north of Moose, at the north end of the park. Open May-Sept, call for exact dates. 60 sites, usually fills by about 2PM.

Vehicle size limited to 30 feet. A less heavily developed campground with sites in the spruce and fir forest. One side of the campground is adjacent to and slightly above Jackson Lake. Colter Bay Campground (25 miles north of Moose, near Jackson Lake), toll-free: +1-800-628-9988 . Open May-Sept, call for exact dates. 350 sites, 11 group sites, easier access for campers, trailers & RVs. Trailer dump station, showers, and laundry nearby. Usually fills by about noon. Signal Mountain Campground, toll-free: +1-800-672-6012 . 16 miles north of Jenny Lake. Open May-Sept, call for exact dates. 81 sites, and a trailer dump station. Usually fills by about 10AM. Signal Mountain offers a mix of spruce and fir trees, hillsides, and lake and mountain views. Adjacent to Signal Mountain Lodge and marina with a camp store and amenities close by. Sites are generally small and intimate. Vehicles size limited to 30 feet.

Jenny Lake Campground, toll-free: +1-800-628-9988 . 8 miles north of Moose. Open May-Sept, call for exact dates. 51 sites, tents only. This is the park's most popular campground and is generally full by 8AM. Sites are in among the evergreens and glacial boulders a short distance from Jenny Lake. Only one vehicle, less than 14 feet long, is permitted per site. Trailers are prohibited. Gros Ventre Campground, toll-free: +1-800-628-9988 . 11.5 miles south and east of Moose. Open May-Sept, call for exact dates. 360 sites, 5 group sites, and a trailer dump station. Generally fills in the evening, if at all. The campground lies along the Gros Ventre River with a mix of sites in sagebrush, beneath cottonwoods and adjacent to but a short distance from the river. If you are arriving in the afternoon of a busy day, just pull in. Seek a better site the next morning. Backcountry[ edit ] All backcountry camping requires a permit.

These permits are free when applied for in person, on a first-come, first-serve basis. Permits can be obtained at the Moose and Colter Bay visitor centers, and at the Jenny Lake Ranger Station. People who wish to climb mountains must apply at the Jenny Lake Ranger Station. Requests for advance reservations are accepted from January 1st to May 15th. Send the request by regular mail, fax, or in person. Include your name, address, phone number, number of people, and preferred campsites and dates. Be sure to include alternatives. Requests are processed in the order received. Requests may be faxed to +1 307 739-3438 or mailed to: Grand Teton National Park PO Box 170 Moose, Wyoming 83012 A non-refundable service fee of $15 will be charged for each reservation (fee is per trip, not per person). Put credit card information directly on the fax, or mail a check made payable to the National Park Service. If no payment is received with your request, you will be billed. Only one-third of the sites are reserved in advance, leaving two-thirds available for walk-in reservations.

Stay safe[ edit ] The weather can change rapidly in this mountainous region. Temperatures can plummet with little advance warning. Lightning is a real danger. Watch the skies, and if you hear thunder, take shelter within a structure or lower your profile to the sky. Go next[ edit ] Yellowstone National Park — The world's largest concentration of geysers, hot springs and other geothermal features is a short drive to the north from Grand Teton National Park on U.S. 89/191/287. Yellowstone also has bison, elk, antelope and bears. Admission to Grand Teton also allows entry into Yellowstone, but be prepared to show your pass at the entrance gate. Routes through Grand Teton National Park Visit Grand Teton National Park Home | Explore | Neighboring Parks | Grand Teton National Park Grand Teton National Park The sunset over the Tetons and the Snake River. Photo courtesy of Grand Teton Lodge Established by Congress in 1929, Grand Teton National Park and its world-class scenery attracts nearly 4 million visitors per year.

With Jenny Lake and Jackson Lake at 6,320 feet and the summit of the Grand Teton at 13,770 feet, the park’s elevation ranges create one of the nation’s most awe-inspiring landscapes. In addition to gazing at the incredible views, there is much to do in this park from hiking and rock climbing to boating and fishing. And when you need a break from outdoor adventure, there are few better places to simply relax and watch the park’s incredible wildlife. Moose among the wildflowers in the Tetons. Photo by Gregg Ohanian The northern end of the park is just several miles from the South Entrance to Yellowstone National Park along the John D. Rockefeller Jr. Parkway, so for those coming from Yellowstone, the park is incredibly easy to access. The southern end stretches a few miles short of Jackson, Wyo., a vibrant mountain town full of high-end boutiques, great restaurants and hotels for a range of budgets. For those looking for a fun, in-town experience where nearly everything is in walking distance, Jackson is the place to be.

For those enamored by all things skiing, the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Teton Village offers summer activities like scenic tram rides and lift-accessed mountain biking. Just 12 miles northwest of Jackson, it also offers lodging. Teton Village is literally a few minutes from the park’s southern entrance, the Granite Canyon Entrance, giving you easy access in and out of the park. Otherwise, stay in one of Grand Teton National Park’s lodges or campgrounds. Hidden Falls in Grand Teton National Park Grand Teton Visitor Centers Within the park, there are six visitor centers where you can learn more about the park’s unique history and how to make the most of your stay. Each offers a variety of different services. Some have book stores, exhibits, backcountry permit stations, special programs and restrooms. The visitor centers are located near the various entrances to the park and include the Jenny Lake Ranger Station, Colter Bay Visitor Center, Flagg Ranch Information Station, Jenny Lake Visitor Center, Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center and Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve Center. You’ll find the Flagg Ranch Information Center at the north end of the park near Yellowstone’s South Entrance. The Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center is located at the park’s southern end.

Grand Teton Camping At Grand Teton National Park, all campgrounds are first-come, first-served, except two. You can make advance reservations for group camping and at Colter Bay RV Park and Headwaters Campground and RV sites at Flagg Ranch. Fees vary, depending on whether your site has electric hook-ups and full hook-ups, but in general, it costs $22 per night and $11 for Senior and Access pass holders. Colter Bay Campground Close to Jackson Lake and just 25 miles north of Moose, Wyo., the Colter Bay Campground is part of the Colter Bay Village area of the park. which is home to a general store, a museum, restaurants, a marina and opportunities to horseback ride, canoe and kayak. Despite its proximity to a ton of great services, the campground’s 335 sites are tucked in a wooded area. There are 13 sites with electric hook-ups and a dumping station. There are showers at the campground. Open mid-May to late September, this campground generally fills up in the afternoon, if at all.

Gros Ventre Campground Nestled in a mix of sagebrush and towering cottonwood trees, Gros Ventre Campground is 11.5 miles southeast of Moose, Wyo. With more than 300 sites, it has five group sites, 36 electric hook-up sites and a dump station. Open early May through early October, it tends to fill up by evening, if at all. Jenny Lake Campground Surrounded by large boulders and evergreen trees, Jenny Lake Campground is the most popular campground in the park. Part of the draw is its proximity to the lake coupled with the fact that it is a tents-only campground. No RVs, pop-ups or trailers are allowed. Its just eight miles north of Moose, Wyo., and a short distance from Jenny Lake. You’ll want to get here early to reserve your spot since the 49-site campground tends to fill up before 10 a.m. It’s open early May through late September. Lizard Creek Campground Amid a spruce and fir forest, Lizard Creek Campground is easy to access from Yellowstone’s South Entrance as it is located on the north end of the park 32 miles north of Moose, Wyo.

It sits slightly above the northern shores of Jackson Lake and is home to 60 sites. Only vehicles 30 feet or less are permitted in this campground. It’s open mid-June through early September and tends to fill up in the evening, if at all. Signal Mountain Campground For those who want to be close to amenities like a marina, camp store and Signal Mountain Lodge, the Signal Mountain Campground is the place for you. Just plan to get there early as it tends to full by noon during the busiest months of the season. Just nine miles north of Jenny Lake, this campground has 24 electric hook-up sites and a dump station. With a mix of lake and mountain views amid spruce and fir trees, the 81 sites here tend to be smaller and only accommodate vehicles 30 feet or under. It’s open mid-May through mid-October. Headwaters Campground and RV Sites at Flagg Ranch If you are looking for a developed campground in between the entrances to Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park, Headwaters Campground is the place for you. It is located on the John D. Rockefeller Jr.

Memorial Parkway in between Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, five miles north of Grand Teton and just south of Yellowstone’s South Entrance. Take advantage of its amenities that include showers, laundry facilities and full hook-ups for your RV. With 175 large sites, it is open early June through late September. It can accommodate vehicles up to 30 feet. Please call 800-443-2311 for reservations. Quick tips: Grand Teton Lodge Company offers activities, dining, and unsurpassed beauty in the heart of Grand Teton National Park. One of the best ways to enjoy the park is to take a guided tour with one of the expert guide services. Eco-Tour Adventures offers half-day and all-day tours focused on wildlife and all the scenic hot spots. Spend a day in Teton Village : With shopping, dining, family-friendly activities, free evening entertainment, and Sunday evening concerts, Teton Village has it all. Try Frisbee golf or the bungee trampoline, scale the climbing wall, explore fun hiking and biking trails, and ride the Tram to the summit of Rendezvous Mountain. Grand Teton National Park | Travel Wyoming.

That's WY Grand Teton National Park Description Description An ethereal mountain landscape where jagged peaks tower more than a mile above the Jackson Hole valley, Grand Teton National Park is located in northwestern Wyoming just south of Yellowstone National Park and just north of the town of Jackson. Visitors can reach the park through U.S. 191. The park's mountain range is very popular among climbers, hikers and photographers. Explore things to do for you and your family when visiting the park with the following articles: Itinerary Three Days in Grand Teton National Park Grand Teton National Park offers hiking, camping, climbing, boating, kayaking and numerous photography opportunities. A road winds through the park, but the best way to experience the park is to take one of its shorter trails. Grand Teton's History Located at the heart of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, the Rockefeller Parkway connects Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. The late conservationist and philanthropist John D. Rockefeller, Jr. made significant contributions to several national parks including Grand Teton, Acadia, Great Smoky Mountains, and Virgin Islands. In 1972 Congress dedicated a 24,000 acre parcel of land as John D.

Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway to recognize his generosity and foresight. Congress also named the highway from the south boundary of Grand Teton to West Thumb in Yellowstone in honor of Rockefeller. The parkway provides a natural link between the two national parks and contains features characteristic of both areas. In the parkway, the Teton Range tapers to a gentle slope at its northern edge, while rocks born of volcanic flows from Yellowstone line the Snake River and form outcroppings scattered atop hills and ridges. Grand Teton National Park administers John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway. Nature and Beauty Located in northwestern Wyoming, Grand Teton National Park protects stunning mountain scenery and a diverse array of wildlife. Rising more than 7,000 feet above the valley of Jackson Hole, the Teton Range dominates the park’s skyline. Natural processes continue to shape the ecosystem against this impressive and iconic backdrop. The elevation of the park ranges from 6,400 feet on the sagebrush-dominated valley floor to 13,770 feet on the windswept granite summit of the Grand Teton. Between the summit and plain, forests carpet the mountainsides.

During summer, wildflowers paint meadows in vivid colors. Crystalline alpine lakes fill glacial cirques, and noisy streams cascade down rocky canyons to larger lakes at the foot of the range. These lakes, impounded by glacial debris, mirror the mountains on calm days. Running north to south, the Snake River winds its way down the valley and across this amazing scene. Amenities

Question: In which U.S. state is Grand Teton National Park located?
Answer: Wyoming