Grand Teton

Moose, WY

About

Backpackers in North Fork Cascade Canyon, Grand Teton behind

Rising above a scene rich with extraordinary wildlife, pristine lakes, and alpine terrain, the Teton Range stands as a monument to the people who fought to protect it. These are mountains of the imagination. Mountains that led to the creation of Grand Teton National Park where you can explore over two hundred miles of trails, float the Snake River, and enjoy the serenity of this remarkable place.

Read more at nps.gov

Directions

Grand Teton National Park is located in northwestern Wyoming; north of the town of Jackson, Wyoming and south of Yellowstone National Park. By car from Salt Lake City, Utah is approximately 300 miles and about 5-6 hours from the park and from Denver, Colorado is approximately 550 miles and about 8-10 hours from the park. Grand Teton National Park is unique in that it is the only national park that has a commercial airport within its border, Jackson Hole Airport (JAC). For current road info:

Weather Info

Grand Teton National Park has long, cold winters—snow and frost are possible any month. April, May, & June - Mild days and cool nights alternate with rain and snow. July & August - Warm days and cool nights prevail, with afternoon thundershowers common. September, October, & November - Sunny days and cold nights alternate with rain and occasional snowstorms. December to April - Between storms the days are sunny and nights are frigid. Snow blankets the mountains and valley.

Photos

Winter sunrise on snow-covered Teton Range

Winter sunrise on snow-covered Teton Range

Grizzly bear running through dry grass with shrubs behind

Grizzly bears are found throughout Grand Teton National Park

Lake Solitude with the high Teton Peaks beyond during summer

Lake Solitude is a favorite hiking destination in the park.

Oxbow Bend on the Snake River during fall with golden aspens and Mount Moran in the background.

Mount Moran at Oxbow Bend is a classic autumn view.

Mother in pink shirt, child in orange shirt, the Snake River below and the Teton Range beyond.

The Snake River Overlook is a where Ansel Adams took his iconic image of the Teton Range.

Historic Moulton Barn with visitors and the Teton Range beyond.

Two Moulton brothers built adjacent icon barns on Mormon Row. John's barn is pictured. T.A., his brother, built a barn just to the south.

American Pika perched on a granite boulder

American Pika live in rockfall areas.

Bull moose with large antlers walking through fall grasses

In the fall, bull moose antlers have lost their velvet readying for the rut.

beaver pond at Schwabacher landing reflecting the Teton Range in early summer

The beaver ponds near Schwabacher Landing can produce beautiful reflections of the Teton Range.

yellow arrowleaf balsamroot blooms with Teewinot Peak towering beyond

Arrowleaf Balsamroot is a bright splash of color during early summer.