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Grand Teton National Park |
The park is located in northwestern Wyoming |
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| Grand Teton National Park is a wonderful national park for the perfect family outdoor adventure vacation. There is something for everyone with mountain climbing, hiking, backpacking, kayaking, boating, wildlife viewing, Jr. Ranger activities, fishing, camping, spectacular scenery, bird watching, and horseback riding. Check below for great Grand Teton National Park information.
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Uniqueness - Grand Teton National Park protects stunning mountain scenery and a diverse array of wildlife. The central feature of the park is the Teton Range — an active, fault-block, 40-mile-long mountain front. ... (click here for more)
Park and Visitor Center Hours - Jenny Lake Ranger Station is open late May to late September, call for hours; (307) 739-3343. It’s closed in winter. It features in-depth information for visitors planning to climb and backpack in the... (click here for more)
History & Statistics - The national park was established in 1929 and has over 2 million visitors a year.
The Jackson Hole area is rich with history. The Menor's Ferry Trail, less than 0.5-mile long, affords a look at ho... (click here for more)
Natural Features - Grand Teton National Park protects stunning mountain scenery and a diverse array of wildlife. Rising more than 7,000 feet above the valley of Jackson Hole, the Teton Range dominates the park’s skyline... (click here for more)
Flora - Over 1000 species of vascular plants grow in Grand Teton National Park and the surrounding area. Soil conditions, availability of moisture, slope, aspect, and elevation all determine where plants grow... (click here for more)
Activities in the Park - There are lots of opportunities for enjoying water in Grand Teton National Park. The Snake River flows through the park and features world-class fishing, unparalleled wildlife viewing, and mild rapids... (click here for more)
Environmental Impact - Events often take place that alter the balance of an ecosystem and affect the species within. Areas can become altered, or “disturbed,” through a natural or human-caused occurrence. Natural disturbanc... (click here for more)
Weather - The first heavy snows fall by November 1 and continue through March with snow and frost possible during any month. Summer days are generally in the 70s and 80s with cool nights in the 40s. Summer thun... (click here for more)
Rules, Regulations and Safety - A trip into the backcountry requires advance planning. All backcountry camping requires a permit. Backcountry camping permits are issued free of charge to walk-ins on a first-come, first-served basis.... (click here for more)
Wildlife - It seems that wildlife is never far away in Grand Teton National Park. There are several areas in the park for wildlife viewing that allow for many possibilities for a great national park picture. Oxb... (click here for more)
Wildlife Warnings - Use binoculars, spotting scopes or long lenses for close views and photographs. Always maintain a safe distance of at least 300 feet from large animals such as bears, bison, moose, and elk. Never posi... (click here for more)
Fees - Fees are good for both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks: $25.00 per vehicle, $12.00 per person for single hiker or bicyclist, $20.00 per motorcycle; all for 7 days.
There is a winter day... (click here for more)
Camping - There are several established campgrounds available. The group campsites are for organized groups such as youth, religious, and educational groups. Group site capacities range from 10 to 75 people. Ad... (click here for more)
Nearby Attractions - Yellowstone National Park, Fossil Butte National Monument, the USFWS National Elk Refuge (307) 733-9212, just 12 miles away, Bridger-Teton National Forest, Caribou National Forest, Targhee National Fo... (click here for more)
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