Grand Teton National Park Things to Do

At this donor area, read the names of the supporters of the Grand Teton National Park Foundation and a brief history on the longstanding relationship between the park and its partners.

The pathway section from Moose Junction to the Antelope Flats Road is the most recent addition to the multi-use pathway system. This section allows bicyclists to complete a loop on the secondary roads from Antelope Flats to Kelly and return to Gros Ventre Junction without riding on the main highway. There is parking available at the small lot on the north end Blacktail Butte just south of Antelope Flats Road. ADA compliant.

The Dornans complex has a long history of providing services to park visitors. This family owned business is actually a park inholding dating back to the 1920s. During summer, visitors may enjoy two restaurants, a wine shoppe, grocery and deli, gasoline, ATM, coffee stand, ice cream cart, gifts, lodging, and adventure sports equipment rental and sales.

Leave from Dornans in Moose to access the multi-use pathway. A short spur connects to the main pathway allowing non-motorized users access to the paved trail system that extends from Jackson to Moose and on to Jenny Lake. Hop on your bike or pull on your shoes to enjoy the park at a slower pace. ADA compliant.

Approaching Grand Teton National Park from Togwotee Pass and Dubois brings visitors along the Buffalo Fork River to the East Gate. On a clear day, the length of the Teton Range stretches to the south. Study the orientation map and learn a bit about your options to explore the park.

Elk Ranch flats is the park's last operating irrigated cattle and hay ranch. In the early 1900s, David (Si) Ferrin consolidated several homesteads to establish one of the valley's largest cattle ranches. After an agricultural depression in the 1920s, Ferrin sold his land to the Snake River Land Company. These lands became part of the park in 1950. Today, livestock, bison, elk and pronghorn graze in the fields and a few cabins remain.

Glen Exum first climbed the Grand Teton with Paul Petzoldt in 1929. Together they established the Petzoldt-Exum School of American Mountaineering. They believed that clients should learn the skills necessary to participate actively while climbing to the summits of the high Teton peaks. Today, skilled guides train clients of all ages to experience the mountains. "http://exumguides.com/">Visit the Exum website for more information.

Stop 2 (north of Colter Bay Visitor Center): Learn about how Europeans managed fire when they arrived in this area, and how the government shaped fire management in the early 1900s.

Stop 8 (Flagg Canyon Picnic Area): "Fire isn't good or bad-it just is." Fire managers from Grand Teton National Park and Bridger-Teton National Forest reflect on the progress of the last 50 years, and what we need to think about for the future.

Stop 1 (Colter Bay Visitor Center): Learn about the role fire plays in our forests and its importance to this ecosystem.

This building was once the entrance station that welcomed visitors to Grand Teton National Park. New buildings replaced this historic kiosk and it was moved here to continue to serve its original purpose—welcoming visitors.

This comfort station was one of the first buildings constructed by the new Grand Teton National Park after 1929.

Everyone should be able to experience the joy of fishing along the Snake River. Along the riverside are two ADA-accessible platforms where visitors can fish or enjoy the view.

Location: Access from US 89/191/287 just south of the Yellowstone South Gate. A steep dirt road leads from the picnic area down to the boat ramp. The ramp is a log slide that provides access to the river bottom. Except during high water, visitors will need to carry their boat to the water. Notes: There is a small picnic area above the launch with a vault toilet. The Flagg Canyon trail continues south from the boat launch along the rim of the canyon.

Flagg Canyon picnic area is the first picnic area south of Yellowstone National Park. This location has only a few tables and a vault toilet, but it also provides access to the Flagg Canyon trail and a boat launch for the Snake River. Lodgepole pine trees provide shade, and even though the main highway is nearby the site feels secluded.

Location : Access the Flagg Canyon trail from the picnic area just south of the Yellowstone Entrance. Walk down a steep road from the picnic area to the boat launch and continue south. Notes : Visitor services include a small picnic area, vault toilet, boat launch and limited parking-remember to bring water. Bears may be active any place and at any time-travel in groups, make noise and carry bear spray. Hikers cannot access backcountry camping from this trailhead.

The Flagg Ranch Information Station is in the John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway located between Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks. For visitors traveling south from Yellowstone, Flagg Ranch is the first stop for trip planning information. From the parking area, strike out to hike the Pole Creek loop or explore the Snake River Canyon. Visitors with high-clearance vehicles may enjoy the drive west along the Grassy Lake Road toward Ashton Idaho.

Location: Access from US 89/191/287 south of Flagg Ranch where the highway crosses the Snake River. The launch area is a gravel road, parking lot and ramp. Notes: There are minimal facilities at this boat launch-remember to bring water with you.

Location: Access the Flagg Ranch trail from the Flagg Ranch Information Station. Head west from the information station cabin, through the parking lot, and look for a break in the trees. Notes: Visitor services include an information center, restrooms, water, stores, restaurants, showers, lodge, cabins, corrals, campground and RV park. Bears may be active any place and at any time-travel in groups, make noise and carry bear spray. Backcountry camping requires a permit-pick

A float trip down the Snake River is one of the most immersive ways to experience Grand Teton National Park. Both commercial and recreational boaters should use this parking lot for vehicles. Vehicles with boat trailers should use the marked spots near the take-out.

Across the valley, the Teton Range rises abruptly from the valley with no foothills to obscure your view. Glaciers lie sheltered on the northeastern flanks of the highest peaks including the Middle Teton and Teton glaciers. Climate change is causing these glaciers to retreat. Smaller glaciers are retreating more rapidly than larger glaciers. Along the valley floor, conifer and cottonwood trees line the Snake River as it cuts through the sagebrush flats.

Location: Access the Glade Creek Trailhead from the Grassy Lake Road 4.5 miles west of Flagg Ranch about 3/4 of a mile after you enter the area burned during the 1988 Greater Yellowstone fires. Notes: There are no facilities at this trailhead-remember to bring water and use a restroom before you arrive. Bears may be active any place and at any time-travel in groups, make noise and carry bear spray. Backcountry camping requires a permit.

The iconic Grand Teton at 13,770' towers over Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Park. The jagged summit-formed of 2.7 billion year-old gneiss and 2.5 billion year-old granite-towers over the rest of the range. The Teton fault began lifting the range skyward less than ten million years ago making this one of the youngest mountain ranges in the world. Ice age glaciers sculpted arêtes, ridges and canyons to complete the picture.

The medical clinic near the Jackson Lake Lodge offers emergency and urgent care for visitors and residents. They provide x-ray, pharmacy and lab services offered by board-certified providers. The clinic is open during the summer season. No appointment necessary.

The top of Huckleberry Hill marks the boundary between Grand Teton National Park and the John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway. The US Forest Service transferred the parkway land to the National Park Service in 1972 in honor of Rockefeller's many contributions. Today Grand Teton National Park manages the 24,000 acres that connects Grand Teton to Yellowstone.Take a picture at the classic wooden sign marking this boundary. Learn about the exploring the park from the wayside

Location: Access the Grandview Point Trailhead from the main highway. Travel two miles north from Jackson Lake Junction, turn east on an unmarked dirt road and continue one mile to the end. Notes: These trails are lightly traveled and pass through prime bear habitat. There are no facilities at this trailhead-remember to bring water and use a restroom before you arrive. Bears may be active any place and at any time-travel in groups, make noise and carry bear spray.

Travel 1.5 miles north of Teton Village on the Moose-Wilson Road to access the southern part of Grand Teton National Park. The road crosses through critical wildlife habitat as it winds through sagebrush, forest and wetland communities. Only stop in designated pullouts and maintain a safe distance from all animals. This road becomes congested during peak season.Special restrictions and considerations apply. The park prohibits RVs over 23.3 feet long and trailers. From Novem

Location: Access the Granite Canyon Trailhead one mile north of the Granite Entrance Station on the Moose-Wilson Road. The road is not accessible to vehicles over 23.3 feet long or trailers. The dirt parking lot is small so arrive early in the day to secure your space. Notes: There are no facilities at this trailhead-remember to bring water and use the restroom before you arrive. Bears may be active any place and at any time-travel in groups, make noise and carry bear spra

Grassy Lake Road in the John D. Rockefeller, Jr Memorial Parkway has 14 designated campsites in 8 areas along the road, free, first-come, first-served after June 1. These sites are primitive with no water but do include shared toilets, bear boxes, and trash facilities. Camp only in designated sites, proper food storage required to protect wildlife, park only in parking areas, no discharging of firearms, and follow leave no trace guidelines.

Location: The Grassy Lake Road connects Flagg Ranch to Ashton, ID. Follow the road from the John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway into adjoining US Forest Service land. Please use caution on this dirt road. High clearance vehicles are recommended, and the road is closed for grizzly bear migration until June 1. Sections of the road may open later depending on conditions. Along the road are eight camp areas including 20 campsites. These campsites may not open Summer 2020.

Enjoy an program at the Gros Ventre Amphitheater. This open-air facility provides a fantastic setting for ranger-led evening programs during the summer. Special programs also occur throughout the season. Check at a visitor center for a current schedule of events.

The Gros Ventre Pathway Hub is one of many locations where you can start or end your bike ride along the multi-use pathway. Enjoy over 20 miles of paved pathway in Grand Teton.

The Headwaters Lodge is located in the John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway that connects Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks. Enjoy comfortable cabins or rustic camper cabins. The main building also houses a dining room, a gift shop and a convenience store. Other services include a campground, gas station, horseback rides and a nearby visitor information station. For more information visit the Headwaters Lodge website.

Location: Access the Hermitage Point Trailhead from Colter Bay Village. Continue ten miles northwest on the main highway from Moran Junction, and turn southwest at the Colter Bay Junction. The trailhead is at the southeast end of the parking lot next to the marina, and provides access to trails along the eastern edge of Jackson Lake. Destinations: Gently rolling trails lead out to Hermitage Point. Conifers shade the first part of the trail and give way to sagebrush meadow

Hidden Falls engages all your senses - the 230 foot (70 m) cascade fills your view, the thundering water drowns out speech, the spray chills your skin, and the air smells crisp and clean. As the name suggests, these falls are truly hidden. You will not seem them until you are less than 100 yards from the viewpoint! During peak run-off, the water ricochets off the outcrops, but even late in the summer, the water is still forceful.

During the Great Depression, the Civilian Conservation Corps constructed this comfort station for the Jenny Lake Campground. After sitting idle for more than 30 years, the building now serves campers once again.

Fire is part of natural western landscapes. Fire helps regenerate the ecosystem by clearing dense underbrush and opening up the forest to sunlight. The Huck Fire was one of many fires during the summer of 1988 that burned across Yellowstone and the John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway. Today, notice younger, smaller lodgepole pines and subalpine fir interspersed with older, taller trees.

The view from Inspiration Point draws thousands of visitors each year. Jenny Lake lies below to the east and the Teton Range towers to the west. On a clear day, you can see the Yellowstone Plateau to the north, the Absaroka and Gros Ventre ranges to the east, and the Snake River Range to the south. You feel as though you are high in the mountains, yet you are only 420 feet above the lake below. You are standing at the mouth of Cascade Canyon.

The first homesteaders who settled on Mormon Row were dry-land farmers. They relied on snowmelt soaking into the soil and rainfall during the growing season to support their crops. The catastrophic flood of 1927 damaged many of the irrigation works from the Gros Ventre River. Around the same time, the Kelly Warm Springs began to produce more water. Homesteaders cut a ditch from the springs west to irrigate their dry lands.

The Jackson Hole Airport is the only commercial airport within a national park in the country. As such, flying into the airport is an awe-inspiring introduction to the valley and park. Establishing the airport took many years and numerous locations were considered prior to settling on today's location. The airport began commercial operation in 1946 prior to park expansion and is now the busiest airport in Wyoming.

Location: Access the trailhead from the top of the aerial tram. Teton Village is about one mile south of Grand Teton National Park on the Moose-Wilson Road (WY 390). Notes: Visitor services are extensive in Teton Village including motels, restaurants, shops and activities. Bears may be active any place and at any time-travel in groups, make noise and carry bear spray. Backcountry camping requires a permit-pick one up at a backcountry permits office. For more information ab

Jackson Lake is a 400 foot-deep natural lake with a dam added on top. The original log-crib dam constructed in 1906-07, failed in 1910. In 1916, the Bureau of Reclamation completed a concrete dam raising the pool level by 39 feet. The increased water level flooded the surrounding forest, drowning many trees. Young men from the Civilian Conservation Corps helped to clear the shores of Jackson Lake and burn the slash piles during the Great Depression.

Jackson Lake Dam Parking and Picnic area is below the dam on the north side of the Snake River. Large cottonwood trees shade several picnic tables. Minimal facilities include a vault toilet and trash receptacles. A short walk leads to the outwash from the dam. Many visitors launch non-motorized boats to float the river and fish in the turbulent outflow.

The historic Jackson Lake Lodge is one of two National Historic Landmarks in the park. With its concrete textured walls, this building was the first modern lodge built in a national park. Opening in 1955, the Rockefeller Lodge, as it was once known, inspires visitors with a wall of windows over-looking Willow Flats, Jackson Lake and the Teton Range beyond.Today, the great room is a place to relax and enjoy the view or escape from a rainy day.

The Jackson Lake Lodge gained recognition as a National Historic Landmark in 2003. The building broke with the National Park Service tradition of rustic log construction. Instead, designers constructed a "modern" lodge of concrete and steel that blended into the landscape. The great room with its wall of windows offers sweeping views across the valley toward the northern Teton Range. Step outside to the back deck and engage all your senses.

Enjoy a one or two hour horseback ride along the trails east of Jackson Lake Lodge. See and feel the park from a different perspective in truly western style! "http://www.gtlc.com/activities/horseback-riding" For more information visit the horseback activity page for the Grand Teton Lodge Co.

The north section of US 89/191/287 hugs the eastern shore of Jackson Lake. Across the lake, notice the patchwork of burned forest. The 1974 Waterfalls Canyon fire was one of the first naturally ignited wildland fires allowed to burn. Today, wildland fire management is a critical part of park policy attempting to preserve all aspects of the park's ecosystem. The landscape we enjoy seems to change only with the seasons, but powerful geologic forces continue to shape the earth.

Signal Mountain rises almost 1,000 feet above the valley making it the highest point visitors can drive to in the park. On a clear day you may see several mountain ranges: Teton, Gros Ventre, Absaroka and Yellowstone Plateau. The valley floor records the passage of Pleistocene Ice Age glaciers that scoured the valley and carved lakes. The dimples in the landscape below you are potholes also known as kettles.

Plan your Jenny Lake and park experience by reading these informational signs.

Experience Jenny Lake from a new perspective--on the water! Launch your motorized and non-motorized (motor maximum: 10 horsepower) crafts from this boat launch. There are not facilities. Please review all boating regulations for the park prior to launch. Make sure you have all required permits.

Summit the Teton mountain peaks at this climbing exhibit. Learn about women alpinists, touch multiple elevation benchmarks, and scope out the different peaks.

At the corner of US 89/191/287 and the road into Colter Bay Village, is a large convenience store and gasoline station. Whether you visit the Village or continue on your way, the store and gas station offer a break along the way.

For hundreds of years, humans have been boating down rivers. Your goal or objective on the river determines the watercraft. If you’re an angler looking to safely get to where the fish are, you will want a drift boat. Drift boats are a common sight to see floating down the Snake River—there is usually a fishing pole nearby. Native Americans built and used bull boats to transport meat from a successful hunt, fish they caught, and harvested plants. It could successfully move these items downstream or across the river. This sort of innovation and engineering has allowed tribes to thrive in areas like the Great Plains and Rocky Mountain regions. A river raft is one of the most popular boats used to transport excited visitors down the river. Two large oars maneuver the rafts through the dynamic waters of the Snake. If you are one of the thousands of visitors who get to experience the park on a guided float trip, you’re likely to be in a river raft. Here, bronze, in-ground sculptures give you a sense of the size and shape of these different water vessels. Could you navigate the riverways in a bull boat? Will you catch a fish from a drift boat? Or will you see the Teton range from the seat of a river raft?

Stop 4 (Jackson Lake Overlook): What effects do repeated fires have on a landscape, and why is that important for forests and wildlife? Explore our Fire History page to see a map of fires in the park over the last several decades, including the ones Diane and Ron discuss.

Did you know that Jackson Lake Dam was built years before the lake became part of Grand Teton National Park? And that it is managed by the Bureau of Land Reclamation? Jackson Lake has existed at the base of the Tetons for thousands of years, but it was in 1906 that the lake was forever changed. A log crib dam was built, but shortly after failed. In 1916, an earthen dam—built by the Bureau of Land Reclamation—raised the lake by 39 feet. Eventually, the lake, dam, and the Snake River that feeds it became part of the park. The management remains a collaborative effort with water release flows affecting various agencies beyond park borders. Planning on exploring the river downstream? Travel the route of the Snake River by foot over the in-ground river sculpture beneath your feet. It provides an aerial view of the meandering and braided route of the river. Jackson Lake and the Snake River have been forever changed by the dam, but the connection people have with these iconic waterways remains.

The Snake River is a dynamic force of nature that has sustained life for thousands of years. The Shoshone, Bannock, and other tribes have long lived along its shores. And the shores are ever-changing—the Snake River carves new routes every year, riverbanks erode, and flow rates fluctuate. The various flows of the river at Pacific Creek also make it a prime spawning area for the native Snake River fine spotted cutthroat trout. The section south of here is one of the most free-flowing sections of the entire river. Legislation like the Wild and Scenic River Act continues to protect this vital part of Grand Teton National Park and the greater ecosystem. Look out at the flow of the river. Can you see eddies—circular currents—forming along the shore? Can you see insects flying above the water? Walk along the in-ground, concrete river beneath your feet to travel the journey of the Snake. Bronze medallions point out other Snake River access points. Which braided route will you take? What river obstacles might you encounter?

Many Bar BC guests of the 1920s and 30s came on vacation to Jackson Hole seeking some of the same things that visitors hope to find today-the peace of being in nature, the splendor of the mountain scenery, and the appreciation of a slower pace of life. Struthers Burt and Horace Carncross selected this site for its beautiful views, its gentle breezes that ruffle the aspen trees, and its solitude, provided by the river valley.

The Snake River’s headwaters begin just north of here near the south entrance of Yellowstone. Although the dam might have changed the lake and flow of the Snake River, it continues to provide life. Plants thrive along the river's shores, creating habitat for a wide variety of animals. Fish, like the native cutthroat trout, benefit from the oxygen-rich water. The river provides countless recreational opportunities to visitors from around the world. Frequently on display from this overlook, anglers can be seen casting just below the dam. New and longtime anglers can review best fishing practices shared on educational panels at this overlook.

The AMK Ranch represents the initial phase of vacation homes in Jackson Hole. Homesteaded by John Sargent in 1890, little remains of his lodge and store that served travelers on the road to Yellowstone. All current buildings date to the W. Lewis Johnson era (1926-1936) and the Alfred Berol era (1936-1976). Both Johnson and Berol built large log vacation homes representing two distinct periods of rustic architecture as well as various other cabins and outbuildings.Berol, presi

Facing west, the southern Teton Range-dominated by Buck Mountain, Static Peak and Albright Peak-towers over the valley of Jackson Hole. Death Canyon slices deep into the range to the south of these peaks. To the east, Blacktail Butte seems a minor hill but it still over 1,000 feet above the highway. The lack of trees on the south facing slopes of Blacktail Butte suggest past logging by settlers. The lack of trees, however, reflects the well-drained soils and exposure to the s

Andy Chambers homesteaded on Mormon Row in 1912. By 1916, the homestead consisted of a log house and stable. In addition to homesteading, early settlers trapped to help earn a living. Andy Chambers trapped along the Snake River from 1918 to 1928. The hardships of ranching caused farmers to switch from livestock to farming and back. Chambers homestead lacked water so he dry farmed raising oats and wheat until 1927.

The Bar BC was one of the first dude ranches in Jackson Hole, and perhaps the most iconic. Today, it's the oldest one still standing. It was founded in 1912 by Struthers Burt and Harold Carncross, Easterners who emigrated to Wyoming. Burt and his wife, Katharine Newlin Burt, were prolific writers, so their ranch attracted a more artistic and literary set. The clientele tended to be wealthy Easterners who wanted a rustic vacation experience, away from the constraints of high s

Arizona Island picnic area consists of just a few tables in a meadow with mature forests surrounding. Have a snack and enjoy the view when traveling to or from Yellowstone National Park.

This wet meadow turns blue violet in the early summer when blue camas blooms. Shoshone Indians harvested the bulbs once the flowers bloomed so that they did not confuse the plant with death camas that could be a very deadly mistake! The roasted bulbs formed an important part of their diet. Today, the meadow is an oasis surrounded by lodgepole pine forest.

Aspen Knoll offers minimally obstructed views of Jenny Lake and the Teton Range.

Planning Your Trip A trip into the backcountry requires advance planning. When planning a backcountry camping trip in Grand Teton National Park, backpackers should expect to travel no more than 2 miles per hour. Add an additional hour for every 1,000 feet of elevation gain. Trip planning that requires going over more than one pass in a day is not recommended. All backcountry camping requires a permit. Backcountry camping permits are issued on a first-come, first-served basis no more than one day before the start of your trip. Apply for a permit at the Colter Bay Visitor Center, the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center, or the Jenny Lake Ranger Station. Climbing permits are NOT required, but backcountry camping permits are required for all climbing that involves overnight camping. Backcountry camping permits while climbing or mountaineering must be obtained at the Jenny Lake Ranger Station during the summer. Park-approved bear canisters must be used in the backcountry. The park provides canisters free of charge for use in the park. Visit the backcountry reservations page to learn more about the reservation process and submit a reservation. To learn more about current conditions visit the Jenny Lake Ranger Station or call 307-739-3399 to talk to a ranger. Backcountry Video Watch the park's video to help plan your adventure to the high country in Grand Teton National Park. Learn about safe travel, camping in bear country, clean camping practices and summer weather. Fees A fee is charged for all backcountry permit if ordered online or in person. Check the backcountry page for the latest information. Bears in the Backcountry Bear-proof canisters are required for overnight stays Backpackers are required to carry approved bear-resistant canisters except where food storage boxes are provided. On some specific alpine routes where a climber is bivouacing on a high rocky ledge where bears cannot go, park-approved bear canisters may not be required. Bear-resistant canisters are provided by the park or visitors may use any of the following approved canisters during the overnight stays in the park backcountry. Watch our video podcast about food storage. To find out which food storage canisters are currently approved by the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee, go to the safety in bear country page. Reservations Requests for advance reservations are only accepted beginning in January of each year, for the specific date this opens visit the backcountry page. All reservations are processed through Recreation.gov in real-time. To facilitate your reservation experience, please establish an account on Recreation.gov prior to the advance reservation season. Some camping zones fill quickly. Individual party reservations can consist of up to six people. Groups of 7-12 people must camp in designated group sites indicated on the brochure map. View maps of the backcountry camping zones. Backcountry Regulations Pets, bicycles, and vehicles are not allowed on trails or in the backcountry. All overnight camping requires a permit. Carry out all of your garbage. Prevent erosion by hiking on established trails. Cutting switchbacks causes soil erosion. Horses have the right-of-way. Step off the trail and remain quiet while horses pass. Observe and photograph wildlife from a safe distance. Do not approach or feed animals. Prevent contamination of waterways by burying feces in a hole 6-8 inches deep at least 200 feet from streams and lakes. Pack out used toilet paper, tampons, sanitary napkins and diapers in sealed plastic bags. Do not bury or burn them. All backpackers must carry and use an approved bear-proof canister. For more information see the bear safety page. For Your Safety This is bear country. Make bears aware of your presence and avoid surprising them by making loud noises like shouting or singing. Please watch our "Which Bear Did I See?" and "Protect Wildlife, Keep Your Food Safe" videos. Carry drinking water. Bring tablets or water filtration devices to purify water in the backcountry. Be prepared for rapid weather changes; bring rain gear and extra clothing. Thunderstorms occur frequently during the summer. High elevation may cause breathing difficulties; pace yourself. The best cure for altitude sickness is retreating to a lower elevation. Snow melts gradually, leaving valley trails by mid-June, canyon trails by late July. Be careful crossing snowfields and streams. Do not attempt crossing steep snow without previous experience and the proper equipment. Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return. Solo hiking and off-trail hiking are not recommended. Check with a ranger for current information on trail conditions. Avoid Crowds During July and August trailhead parking areas fill early, especially at South Jenny Lake, String Lake, Lupine Meadows, Death Canyon and Granite Canyon. Parking on natural vegetation results in permanent damage to plants; violators will be ticketed. In paved parking lots, parking illegally will also result in a ticket. An early start will help you avoid parking problems.

The Bar BC Ranch was the second dude ranch in the valley. Started by Struthers Burt and Horace Carncross in 1912, their ranch attracted Eastern Dudes who wanted to experience life in the Old West. Situated on the west bank of the Snake River, the ranch had a swimming hole from water diverted from the river. Today, the park has stabilized many of the cabins. Visitors may wander through the ranch and enjoy a glimpse of early tourist life, but for your safety please do not enter

Access the Blacktail Butte Trailhead from US 26/89/191. The parking lot is one mile north of Moose Junction on the east side of the highway. There are no facilities at this trailhead-remember to bring water and use a restroom before you arrive. Bears may be active any place and at any time-travel in groups, make noise and carry bear spray. Hikers cannot access backcountry camping from this trailhead.

From this vantage point, the park's natural communities stretch out before you. The ponds and wet meadows along the Snake River are home to the wetland community. Terraces step up from the Snake River to the sagebrush community covering much of the valley floor. Islands of lodgepole pines take root on glacial moraines that ring glacial lakes. The lower slopes of the mountains support aspen and conifer forest communities.

Most visitors find it challenging to reach the alpine community in the park, but the view from Cascade Canyon turnout provides a glimpse. The canyon climbs through the forest community where many conifers thrive-lodgepole pine, Engelmann spruce, Douglas fir and subalpine fir. Cascade Creek flows near the trail providing islands of wetland community. In the upper part of the canyon, the alpine community thrives-a harsh environment buried in snow most of the year.

The Cathedral Group refers to three peaks: Teewinot Mountain, the Grand Teton and Mount Owen. These spires tower above Cascade Canyon casting long shadows during a summer sunset. Looking west, the Teton fault breaks the lower slope on Rockchuck Peak recording the last several large earthquakes on the fault. This turnout captures both the beauty of the Teton Range and the power of earthquakes to change the landscape.

Enjoy a picnic with views of Jackson Lake.

Once a crossing for cattle, this primitive spot now provides scenic views of the Snake River.

The Chapel of the Sacred Heart is on Catholic Bay of Jackson Lake. The beautiful chapel was built in 1937 and is recognized by the Teton County Historic Preservation Board as being more than 50 years old. The Catholic Church owns the chapel and usually offers Sunday services during the summer. A picnic area is next to the chapel and offers views of Jackson Lake. "http://olmcatholic.org/about-the-parish/location/" Visit the Chapel of the Sacred Heart website to learn more.

The Chapel of the Transfiguration is next to the Menors Ferry Historic District. Maud Noble donated the land to St. John's Episcopal Church in 1925. The chapel served employees and guests from the nearby dude ranches. Today, one of the park's classic views is through the altar window framing the Grand Teton beyond. The chapel usually offers Sunday services during the summer. Visit "http://stjohnsjackson.diowy.org/Worship/chapel-of-the-transfiguration.html" to learn more.

Constructed in 1932 by the National Park Service, the Charles Wort Boathouse was used for winter storage of boats by Jenny Lake boat concessioners. Boat concession operations have existed at Jenny Lake since the 1920’s. This building is now on the National Register of Historic Places.

Location : Access the Christian Pond trail from the east edge of the parking lot next to the corrals at the Jackson Lake Lodge. Notes : There are minimal facilities and limited parking at this trailhead-remember to bring water and use a restroom before you arrive. Bears may be active any place and at any time-travel in groups, make noise and carry bear spray. Hikers cannot access backcountry camping from this trailhead.

In the early 1900s, Mormon settlers established the community of Grovont along today's Mormon Row. These settlers built homesteads close together to assist with communal efforts. Clark Moulton was TA Moulton's son. He dry-land farmed on Mormon Row until the 1970s when he sold his property. Dry-land farming was unusually by this time. Most farmers used irrigation to support their crops.

The Climbers Ranch offers affordable and accessible lodging for climbers visiting the Grand Teton National Park. The accommodations are primitive co-ed dormitory-style lodging in a communal setting. Guests are housed in open, one-room cabins with other guests, sleeping on wooden bunks. Minimal facilities include bunkhouses, restrooms with showers and a covered cook shelter. The ranch opened in 1970 re-occupying the Double Diamond Dude Ranch that opened in 1924.

Enjoy a variety of ranger programs offered at the Colter Bay Amphitheater. This open-air facility provides a fantastic setting for ranger-led evening programs during the summer. Special programs also occur throughout the season. Check at a visitor center for a current schedule of events.

The Colter Bay Cabins and Tent Cabins provide rustic accommodations in Colter Bay Village. Enjoy Jackson Lake, the marina, restaurants, corrals, grocery store and the visitor center all within a short distance. Many of the cabins were part of the Sheffield lodging operation once located below the Jackson Lake Dam. The park service and the Teton Lodge Company moved these cabins to Colter Bay in 1955.

Informational panels on river safety are located at the launch area for you and your group to review. You will find resources like a map, things to do before going on the water, things to bring, and things to know.

Enjoy a one or two hour horseback ride along the trails south of Colter Bay. The corrals also offer breakfast and dinner horseback or wagon rides. See and feel the park from a different perspective in truly western style! "http://www.gtlc.com/activities/horseback-riding" Visit the Grand Teton Lodge Co. website for more information.

The one stop place for many of your traveling needs! Buy groceries, gifts or sporting goods in the main store. Schedule an activity such as rafting, horseback riding or taking a cruise through the Grand Teton Lodge Company's activities desk. Clean your clothes for the remainder of your trip or take a hot shower if you have been camping for days. "http://www.gtlc.com/dining/the-general-store-colter-bay-village" Visit the Grand Teton Lodge Co. website for more information

Access the paved Colter Bay Lakeshore trail northwest of the visitor center. Visitor services include a visitor center, restrooms, water, stores, restaurants, laundromat, showers, cabins, corrals, campground and an RV park. Bears may be active any place and at any time-travel in groups, make noise and carry bear spray. Backcountry camping requires a permit-pick one up at a backcountry permits office.

Location: Colter Bay Village is located west of US 89/191/287 about 10 miles north of Moran Junction. The Village offers a complete complement of visitor services including a visitor center, lodging, restaurants, camping, RV park, groceries, laundry, showers, and more. The marina is full service with boat launch, store, fuel and boat rentals. Notes: The ramp is paved and accesses a sheltered bay. During low water summers, the boat ramp may become inoperable since Colter Bay is an artificial body of water. Visit the Grand Teton Lodge Co. website for more information.

Colter Bay picnic area and swim beach is a wonderful place to relax along the shores of Jackson Lake. The largest picnic area in the park has facilities for nearly everyone. There are even tables on the lakeshore hidden back in the trees! Buoys mark off the swimming area to remind boats to remain out of the area. Lodgepole pines shade many of the tables, but some enjoy the sunshine and lake breeze.

One of the surviving Mission 66 visitor centers, the Colter Bay Visitor Center sits above the shores of Jackson Lake. Enjoy a view of the lake and Teton Range from the back deck. Wander down to the lakeshore for a swim or picnic lunch, or hike to Swan Lake or Heron Pond from the Hermitage Point Trailhead.The visitor center exhibits 35 artifacts from the David T. Vernon Indian Arts Collection never before displayed .

A popular fall photograph captures the Jimmy Manges cabin, the park stock used by the summer trial crew, the aspens turning golden and the Grand Teton towering above. A corral is a classic buck and rail fence used by the early homesteaders. Enjoy the view of the horses and mules, but please do not feed them or touch them. Manges' cabin is thought to be the first two story cabin in the valley. The turnout also includes the Cottonwood Creek Picnic area and a vault toilet.

Cottonwood Creek picnic area is the first picnic area north of the Moose Entrance Gate. Five tables cluster near cottonwood trees above the creek. Across the Teton Park Road is a fenced meadow where the park houses its pack animals during the summer when they are not in the backcountry. Behind the meadow is the James "Jimmy" Manges cabin thought to be the first two-story cabin in the valley. During fall the aspens that grow on the moraine above the cabin.

J. Pierce Cunningham established the Bar Flying U Ranch in the 1880s. Today, his "dogtrot" style cabin is one of the few remaining homestead cabins in Jackson Hole. This style cabin was common in eastern states, consisting of two small cabins joined with an open, covered breezeway. Cunningham chose this land because silt sediments deposited from an ancient glacial formed soil that retained moisture and provided better nutrients for raising lush grasses and forbs.

Deadmans Bar is one of the major put-in and take-out locations for the Snake River within the park.

Location: Access the Death Canyon trailhead from the Moose-Wilson Road. Travel three miles south from Moose and turn north on a spur road. The last mile leading to the trailhead is a narrow, rough dirt road recommended for high-clearance vehicles. Notes: Facilities include a small dirt parking lot, a vault toilet and a seasonally-occupied patrol cabin. Remember to bring water with you. Bears may be active any place and at any time-travel in groups, make noise and carry bear

Welcome to the Discovery Trail. As you travel down this path, use all of your senses to detect the plants and animals that make this place their home. Observe all that you discover, inducing clues to animal presence such as tracks and burrows. Linger at each of the benches along the path and try to unravel the stories of plant and animal interconnections.

Welcome to the Discovery Trail. As you travel down this path, use all of your senses to detect the plants and animals that make this place their home. Observe all that you discover, inducing clues to animal presence such as tracks and burrows. Linger at each of the benches along the path and try to unravel the stories of plant and animal interconnections.

Welcome to the Discovery Trail. As you travel down this path, use all of your senses to detect the plants and animals that make this place their home. Observe all that you discover, inducing clues to animal presence such as tracks and burrows. Linger at each of the benches along the path and try to unravel the stories of plant and animal interconnections.

The Snake River supports a rich and complex ecosystem. Insects, birds, mammals, fish, and plant life all depend on the river and one another to survive. Take a closer look at this Discovery Spot to find evidence of that relationship. What animals were here? What were they doing? What were they eating? Use this exhibit as a reference when exploring the river—you might find evidence of the real thing.

Discover the interconnectedness of plants and animals. How do plants affect wildlife and how does wildlife affect plants? And what does that have to do with a river?

A healthy river ecosystem supports much more than just fish. Numerous species of birds and mammals hunt, graze, breed, and live in and by the water. On your trip down the Snake, pay close attention to your surroundings. Trees that line the river are perfect nesting spots for bald eagles. A braided channel could be the perfect spot to build a beaver dam and lodge. A cow moose and her calf could step out from the trees to eat underwater plants. Curious about what else you might see? Wander through the educational posts—you’ll discover something new at each turn. Just like the river supports different plant and wildlife communities, our park partners and donors support Grand Teton. Moose Landing is one of many Snake River Gateways reconstructed to improve your experience at these iconic river access points. Jackson Lake Dam, Pacific Creek Landing, and Moose Landing’s renewal was made possible by Grand Teton National Park Foundation’s support.

Welcome to the Discovery Trail. As you travel down this path, use all of your senses to detect the plants and animals that make this place their home. Observe all that you discover, inducing clues to animal presence such as tracks and burrows. Linger at each of the benches along the path and try to unravel the stories of plant and animal interconnections.

The Moose-Wilson Road is a corridor road connecting the towns of Moose and Wilson. In the winter the road is closed from the south at the Granite Trailhead and from the north at the Death Canyon Junction, providing 3 miles (4.8 km) of walking, skiing, and snowshoeing. As you ski or snowshoe on the road you will wind through forest and marsh habitats, covered in deep snow and ice. Be aware that not all is frozen underfoot, thin ice can be dangerous—use caution.

The Moose-Wilson Road is a corridor road connecting the towns of Moose and Wilson.

Visit the historic Chapel of the Transfiguration.

Travel from Teton Village to the Phelps Lake Overlook on this strenuous hike.

Take in spectacular views from Mount Hunt Divide on this very strenuous hike.

Hike through forests and meadows in Granite Canyon on this moderately strenuous to strenuous hike.

Head up Granite Canyon to an alpine lake on this very strenuous day or overnight hike.

Get spectacular views of Alaska Basin and Jackson Hole on this very strenuous hike to the Static Peak Divide.

Travel into the Teton Range on this strenuous day or overnight hike to Death Canyon.

Gain a vantage point above Phelps Lake on this easy hike.

Travel to the Phelps Lake Overlook and down to the shore of Phelps Lake on this moderate hike.

Keep an eye out for birds and wildlife on the Polecat Creek Loop hike.

Explore the northern stretch of the Snake River on this hike through Flagg Canyon.

Take a moderately strenuous day or overnight hike to Hermitage Point for views of Jackson Lake and the Teton Range.

Take an easy loop hike for access to Heron Pond and Swan Lake.

Take an easy hike on the Lakeshore Trail for views of Jackson Lake and the Teton Range.

Hike to Grand View Point for panoramic views of the Teton Range and Jackson Hole.

Christian Pond Loop is an easy hike through a marsh habitat.

Lunch Tree Hill is an easy walk with spectacular views of the Teton Range.

Circle Two Ocean and Emma Matilda Lakes on this strenuous loop trail.

Hike around Emma Matilda Lake for wildflowers and views of the Teton Range.

Hike around Two Ocean Lake for a secluded trail with mountain views.

Hike up Signal Mountain for panoramic views of Jackson Hole and the Teton Range.

Hike to an alpine lake on this strenuous day or overnight hike up Paintbrush Canyon.

Hike along the shore of Leigh Lake for panoramic views of Mount Moran.

Take an easy day or overnight hike to Leigh Lake for less crowds and mountain views.

Loop through Paintbrush and Cascade canyons on this very strenuous day or overnight loop hike.

Travel through aspens and boulders as you hike to Phelps Lake on this loop trail.

Travel around String Lake on this easy loop trail.

Travel to the heart of the Teton Range on a strenuous hike into Garnet Canyon.

Travel to Surprise and Amphitheater Lakes on this strenuous hike.

Take an easy hike to the shore of Phelps Lake.

Circle Phelps Lake and get views of Death Canyon and the Teton Range on this moderate hike.

Travel deep into the Teton Range on this hike through Cascade Canyon.

Hike around Jenny Lake for spectacular views of Cascade Canyon and the Teton Range.

Visit a glacier and get panoramic views of the Three Tetons on this strenuous day or overnight hike to Hurricane Pass.

Travel to an alpine lake on this day or overnight hike to Lake Solitude.

One of the most visited trails in the park, Inspiration Point offers stunning views of Jackson Hole, Cascade Canyon, and the Teton Range.

Visit the only accessible waterfall in Grand Teton on this easy-moderate hike to Hidden Falls.

Be on the lookout for moose on this hike to Moose Ponds.

Take a easy loop hike to Taggart Lake for some of the most stunning views of the Teton Range.

Hike to Taggart Lake and Bradley Lake on this moderate loop trail.

Get spectacular views of the Teton Range on this easy hike to Taggart Lake.

Hike to the Murie Ranch on this easy out and back trail.

The Jenny Lake Scenic Drive skirts the east shore of Jenny Lake and provides spectacular views of the peaks

Drive the Signal Mountain Summit Road for panoramic views of the Teton Range and Jackson Hole.

The Teton Park Road follows the base of the Teton Range from Moose to Jackson Lake Junction.

Visit Oxbow Bend for iconic views of the Teton Range.

Visit Mormon Row to see the historic Moulton Barns and Teton views.

Grassy Lake Road is a dirt road connecting Flagg Ranch to Ashton, Idaho.