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National park · Jackson, Wyoming
Grand Teton National Park
The Teton Range above the Jackson Hole valley, with glacial lakes, the Snake River and trails, about 30 km from Jackson. Entrance fee applies.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton National Park was created in 1929 and protects the Teton Range and part of the Jackson Hole valley. The peaks rise abruptly above the valley, with no foothills; the highest, Grand Teton, reaches 4,199 meters. At the base of the range, a row of glacial lakes—such as Jackson, Jenny and String—reflect the mountains.
Jenny Lake is the most visited spot. A boat crosses the lake to the trailheads for Hidden Falls and the Inspiration Point overlook, and a trail circles the shoreline. South of the park, the wooden barns of Mormon Row, left by Mormon settlers in the early 20th century, appear in many photos of the range, and the Snake River Overlook frames the river winding in front of the peaks.
The valley is home to bison, elk, deer, pronghorn and, in wooded areas, black bears and grizzly bears, which are most often seen early in the morning and late in the afternoon. The park’s main road continues north to Yellowstone.
Entrance is paid, either per vehicle or per person, and international visitors may have to pay an additional fee: check the park’s website.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
One to two days.
Best time
June to September, when trails and Jenny Lake boat services operate. Early morning and late afternoon tend to offer more wildlife and low light on the range.
How to get there
By car from Jackson along Highway 191 to the Moose or Moran entrance; Jenny Lake is about 35 km from town.
Tip
Arrive at the Jenny Lake parking area early, before 9 a.m. in summer, because it fills up. Carry bear spray on the trails and know how to use it.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Grand Teton National Park
What is the best-known trail in Grand Teton?
The trail from Jenny Lake to Hidden Falls and the Inspiration Point overlook, which can be shortened by the boat that crosses the lake.
Do Grand Teton and Yellowstone share the same entrance?
No. They are separate parks with separate fees; the national parks annual pass is valid for both.
Can you see wildlife in Grand Teton?
Bison, elk and deer are commonly seen in the valley, especially early morning and late afternoon. Keep your distance and do not feed the animals.