Grand Teton National Park Rocky Mountains, USA Travel Guide
Grand Teton Peak, Mormon Row, Oxbow Bend, Schwabacher Landing, Jenny Lake, and Snake River Overlook are essential stops. These sites provide historical context and stunning views.
The park entrance fee is $35 per private vehicle, valid for 7 days (includes Yellowstone). The America the Beautiful Pass ($80 annual) comes highly recommended for multi-park visits. Visitor Centers at Moose, Colter Bay, and Jenny Lake offer information and programs.
These options can enrich your visit with expert insights and access to unique perspectives. Find more tours on GetYourGuide.
Historic district with 19th-century barns and homesteads against the Teton Range, a world-renowned photographic scene.
Near Moose, features a reconstructed ferry, historic general store, and log cabins from the early 20th century.
Remnants of an early homestead cabin, showing pioneer life in the challenging Teton environment.
A rustic log chapel with a window behind the altar perfectly framing the Cathedral Group of the Teton Range.
The scenic parkway connecting Grand Teton and Yellowstone, dedicated to Rockefeller's conservation efforts.
The park's natural wonders are its main draw, offering breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife.
Main park road, access to major viewpoints including Jenny Lake, String Lake, and Jackson Lake.
Runs north-south through the valley, offering panoramic views of mountains and valley floor.
Partially unpaved, winding road for excellent wildlife viewing (moose, black bears). Seasonal closures apply.
Paved road to a summit with 360-degree views of the Tetons, Jackson Lake, and the valley (seasonally closed).
Jenny Lake, Jackson Lake, Leigh Lake, String Lake, Phelps Lake, Emma Matilda Lake, and Two Ocean Lake offer unique recreational opportunities and stunning views.
Hidden Falls (via Jenny Lake trail/shuttle) and Cascade Canyon Falls are popular destinations.
Antelope Flats Road/Mormon Row (bison, pronghorn), Moose-Wilson Road (moose, black bears), Oxbow Bend/Schwabacher Landing (moose, beaver, waterfowl), Willow Flats (elk, moose, birds), Jackson Lake Dam (osprey, pelicans, eagles).
Teton Range: A young, fault-block mountain range with sharp, glacier-carved peaks. Glaciers: Small glaciers persist in higher cirques, remnants of Pleistocene glaciation. Moraines: Glacial deposits forming ridges, impounding lakes like Jenny Lake and Leigh Lake.
Grand Teton National Park: A vast natural attraction with spectacular mountains, pristine lakes, winding rivers, and expansive forests. National Elk Refuge (Jackson): Adjacent to the park, providing winter habitat for thousands of elk.
The park's lakes offer opportunities for swimming (water is cold!), boating, kayaking, and fishing. The Snake River meanders through the park, providing scenic float trips and world-class fishing.
Venture beyond the most popular spots to find tranquility and unique perspectives within Grand Teton National Park and its surroundings.
These less-trafficked areas offer a different side of the park's beauty, often with more solitude and unique photo opportunities away from the main crowds.
Explore spots that offer tranquility and a different view of the park's beauty.
Discover places often frequented by locals or areas with potential for unique experiences.
Capture breathtaking and unique shots in these specific locations.
These locations offer photographers unparalleled beauty and serenity, especially during the magic hours of dawn and dusk.
Discover trails that offer a quieter experience and diverse scenery.
These trails offer a rewarding experience for those seeking to escape the busiest areas and connect more deeply with nature.
Find opportunities to observe animals in less disturbed environments.
Patience and quiet observation in these areas increase your chances of memorable wildlife sightings.
Features rotating exhibits on local art, history, and natural science, often highlighting regional artists.
A premier venue for performing arts, offering a diverse calendar of concerts, theater, dance, and film screenings.
A professional dinner theater offering Western-themed musicals for an entertaining evening out.
