Grand Teton National Park
Wyoming
Jagged mountain peaks, pristine lakes, and excellent wildlife viewing.
Difficulty
Intermediate - Advanced
Best Season
July - September
Type
Mountain
Overview
Grand Teton National Park showcases some of the most dramatic mountain scenery in America. The Teton Range rises abruptly from the valley floor, creating pristine alpine lakes and excellent hiking.
Best for: Alpine hikers, mountaineers, wildlife photographers, backcountry campers
Size & Scale
Area: 309,995 acres
Elevation: 6,312 - 13,775 ft
Trails: 200
Camping & Accommodations
5 drive-in campgrounds; Jackson Lake, Jenny Lake popular
Available Campgrounds
- • Jenny Lake Campground
- • Jackson Lake Campground
- • Colter Bay Campground
- • Gros Ventre Campground
- • Lizard Creek Campground
Must-Visit Trails
Jenny Lake Loop
Moderate7.7 mi
Lake views, String Lake
Cascade Canyon to Lake Solitude
Hard10.8 mi
Alpine scenery
Colter Bay Lakeshore Trail
Easy6 mi
Lake views, beach
Teton Crest Trail
Very Hard40 mi
Multi-day epic alpine traverse
Wildlife & Nature
Wildlife Present
Moose, bison, mule deer, black/grizzly bears, mountain lions, eagles
Wildlife Viewing Tips
Early morning/dusk in valleys; moose common in Oxbow Bend area
Camping Essentials
Packing Tips
Bear country; carry bear spray. Afternoon thunderstorms common. Trails often snowy until mid-July.
Hazards to Know
Bears, steep terrain, afternoon thunderstorms, stream crossings, early/late season snow
Water Access
Lakes and streams abundant; filter before drinking
Accessibility
Jenny Lake Overlook accessible; Oxbow Bend scenic area accessible