Few horizons have inspired man as has the massively rugged, magnificent skyline of Grand Teton National Park. Seen from the floor of Jackson Hole, the wind and ice carved horns, knife-edged ridges, and cirques challenge the adventurous and evoke wonder in all.
Towering more than a mile above the valley known as Jackson Hole, the Grand Teton rises to 13,770 feet above sea level. Twelve Teton peaks reach above 12,000 feet in elevation, high enough to support a dozen mountain glaciers. In contrast to the abrupt eastern face, the west side of the range slopes gently, showing the angle of tilt of this rectangular block of the Earth's crust. Youngest of the mountains in the Rocky Mountain system, the Teton Range displays some of North America's oldest rocks.
See the Park News, Newspaper, and News Releases for current information. |
| Fees: |
See the Park's Fees and Reservations page for details. |
| Hours: |
Open daily. See the Park's Operating Hours and Seasons page for details. |
| Visitor Center: |
- Colter Bay Visitor Center: Located .5 miles west of Colter Bay Junction on Highway 89-191-287. Open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from May 11 through May 19; 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. May 20 through June 1; 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. from June 2 through September 2; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. September 3 through September 29. Phone: 307-739-3594. ( Personal Notes )
- Flagg Ranch Information Station: Located at Flagg Ranch, 15 miles north of Colter Bay on Highway 89-191-287. Open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. from June 2 through September 2.
- Jenny Lake Visitor Center:
Located 8 miles north of Moose Junction on the Teton Park Road. Open daily 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. from June 2 through September 2. ( Personal Notes )
- Moose Visitor Center:
Located at Moose, .5 miles west of Moose Junction on the Teton Park Road. Open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. through May 19 and after September 2; 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. from May 20 through June 1; 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. from June 2 through September 2. Phone: 307-739-3399. ( Personal Notes )
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| Facilities: |
Visitor centers, Indian Art Museum, amphitheater, scenic road, trails, bookstores, gas, gifts, marina, restrooms, drinking water, and campgrounds. |
| Directions: |
The Moose Visitor Center is 13 miles north of Jackson on U.S. 26, 89, and 191. |
| Coordinates: |
Map Coordinates (NAD83): 43 45.833N; 110 43.836W. |
| Weather: |
- Latitude and elevation are the main factors producing cool summers and cold winters. Be prepared for a variety of weather conditions.
- It snows even in May and June. Spring temperatures can range from below zero to 70 degrees F.
- Summer days during July and August are generally warm and occasionally hot. Afternoon thundershowers are possible. Daytime temperatures average near 80 degrees F., dropping to 40 degrees F. at night.
- NPS Weather Conditions.
- See area weather chart.
- See Canyon Country Weather for more information.
- WebCam: View of Teton Peaks.
- WebCam: View from Lost Creek Ranch, Moose, Wyoming.
- WebCam: View of central Jackson, Wyoming.
- WebCam: View across the Snake River Valley of the Tetons.
- WebCam: View from the south end of the Park.
- Sunrise/Sunset
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| Regulations: |
- Floating the Snake River within the Park is allowed only in hand-propelled boats and rafts, but never in inner tubes. Although the Snake may not seem powerful on the surface, only experienced floaters should attempt this swift, cold river.
- Fishing is allowed in most Park lakes and streams. A Wyoming fishing license is required. Visitor centers have information on special Park fishing regulations, bait restrictions, creel limits, and open seasons.
- Over-snow vehicles must be registered yearly at the Moose or Colter Bay Visitor Centers. A state snowmobile registration is also required. Snowmobiles are permitted on designated unplowed roads when snow conditions permit.
- See National Park Service Restrictions and Regulations.
- See Pets in the Parks and Backcountry.
- See Encountering Wild Animals.
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| Precautions: |
- This is bear country. Learn about them before entering the backcountry.
- Water in all streams and lakes, although clear and cool, should not be drunk unless properly treated.
- Swimming in Park waters is generally a cold experience. Shallow areas of Jackson, String, and Leigh lakes have reasonable water temperatures during July and August, but there are no swimming areas with lifeguards. Swimming in the Snake River is not recommended.
- See Backcountry Considerations.
- See Backcountry Emergencies.
- NPS News Updates.
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