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Facilities for visitors with disabilities include restrooms, picnic tables, and a limited number of campsites. There are approximately 100 miles of park roads and 200 miles of trails throughout the park. Most park trails are rough rock or dirt and are not accessible to visitors with disabilities. There are many asphalt trails in the Jenny Lake area, some of which are accessible. Some trails may begin as asphalt and change to dirt or gravel shortly thereafter.
"Leave No Trace" philosophy of backcountry travel is very important in the Grand Teton backcountry experience. Without it, the wilderness itself is threatened with extinction. If you enter the backcountry of Grand Teton National Park with an informed about and committed to a minimum impact wilderness with ethic attitude, you can have an unforgettable experience and can share in the responsibility for preserving this place.
See the Camping Page for more information.
An enjoyable visit to this heavily visited park requires some measure of planning and timing. Some basic services such as rental cars, rental equipment and lodging are sold-out every day. Reservations should be considered essential for main season visits. Campgrounds are frequently filled by noon, with the possible exception of Gros Ventre Campground near the park's south boundary. Arrive early, plan carefully and seek information at park visitor centers and ranger stations.
Most of Jackson Hole, a 40-mile long, 15-mile wide valley surrounded by mountains, lies within the Grand Teton National Park and the John D. Rockefeller, Jr., Memorial Parkway. Within the park and parkway, approximately 100 miles of paved road await the bicyclist. Numerous scenic turnouts provide spectacular views of the impressive Teton Range. To enter or leave the valley, bicyclists may need to cross one or more mountain passes. Some roads in the park predate today's bicycling popularity. Most roads have paved marked shoulders, providing limited space for safe bicycling. Some roads have only a very narrow shoulder, or lack one altogether. Use extreme caution.
See the Biking Guide for more information.
Grand Teton National Park and the John D. Rockefeller, Jr., Memorial Parkway encompass a range of habitats, from alpine meadows to sagebrush flats, from lodgepole pine forests to mountain streams. Birds use habitats that meet their needs for food, water, shelter and nest sites. Some birds frequent only one habitat type while others occupy a variety of habitats. This guide will acquaint you with some habitat types of the park and parkway as well as specific locations to look for birds. Use it in conjunction with the park map and the various bird identification books available at any of the park visitor centers
All vessels must be registered with the park annually. A small fee is required. Permits may be purchased at Visitor Centers or Ranger Stations. Lakeshore campsites are located on Jackson Lake, and for canoes, on Leigh Lake. Camping is not permitted on the rivers.
See the Boat Page for more information.
Five National Park Service campgrounds are available within the park: Gros Ventre Campground, Jenny Lake Campground, Signal Mountain Campground, Colter Bay Campground, and Lizard Creek Campground.
See the Camping Page for more information.
Winter dominates the Teton country for more than half the year. Deep snows cover the backside of the range. Prevailing winds from the southwest often howl past high peaks. Storm clouds may hide the mountains for days, but, after they pass, cold, clear air permits unsurpassed views. Lower temperatures and avalanche potential make mountain travel risky for those without proper knowledge, skills and equipment. Crosscountry skis and snowshoes permit safe travel to exceptionally quiet, often windless valley vistas. In central Jackson Hole an average of four feet of snow covers sagebrush and fallen trees. Nightly temperatures often fall below -25° F during December and January, but low humidity and warming sun greatly lessen the effects of the cold. Moose, coyotes and snowshoe hares make tracks in freshly fallen snow. Seeing them enriches any ski trip
| Private Non-commercial Vehicle | $ 20.00 (good for 7 days in both parks) |
| Motorcycle, Snowmobile (Individual) | $ 15.00 (good for 7 days in both parks) |
| Single Entry (Foot, bike, ski, etc.) | $ 10.00 (good for 7 days in both parks) |
| Annual Permit (good one year from date of purchase) | $ 40.00 (good in both parks) |
| Gold Access Passport (Blind or permanently disabled individuals) | Free (Lifetime - good in all national parks) |
| Golden Age Passport (one time fee - for those 62+ years young) | $ 10.00 (Lifetime - good in all national parks) |
| Golden Eagle Passport (good one year from date of purchase) | $ 50.00 (good in all national parks) |
Golden Access Passport
The Golden Access Passport is a free pass available to all permanent U.S. residents who are eligible to receive federal benefits based on disability, whether or not you are actually receiving them or not. This pass entitles the bearer, and immediate family or accompanying passengers in a private vehicle, to free admission to all U.S. National Parks, Monuments, Forests, and Historic Sites, as well as half price camping. Apply in person at any National Park Service or U.S. Forest Service area.
A Wyoming fishing license is required to fish in the park. Non-resident 1 day, 5 day, 10 day and season licenses are available at local sporting stores. Non-residents under 14 years of age and accompanied by a person possessing a valid Wyoming license may fish free. Fish caught by persons under 14 are included in the accompanying adult's creel limit.
See the Fishing Guide for more information.
There are several restaurants inside the park that offer a variety of fare, from modest buffet and counter service, to family dining to full service elegant dining. Restaurants are located at the Jenny Lake Lodge, Signal Mountain Lodge, Jackson Lake Lodge and Flagg Ranch. Buffet and snack bar service are available at Signal Mountain Lodge, Jackson Lake Lodge, Colter Bay and Flagg Ranch. Dornan's offers either full meal service or, in the main season, a soup and sandwich delicatessen or outdoor barbecue.
Camper stores are available at Dornan's, South Jenny Lake, Signal Mountain, Colter Bay and Flagg Ranch. For major shopping, super markets are located in Jackson, as well as a full range of mountaineering, fishing, skiing, general hardware and auto parts stores.
Location: Near Jackson Lake Lodge
Open: 18 May - 15 Oct 00
Hours: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm - Daily
Phone: 307-543-2514 during normal hours. Call 307-733-8002 after hours.
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There are approximately 100 miles of park roads and 200 miles of trails throughout the park. Most park trails are rough rock or dirt and are not accessible to visitors with disabilities. There are many asphalt trails in the Jenny Lake area, some of which are accessible. Some trails may begin as asphalt and change to dirt or gravel shortly thereafter.
See the Hiking Page for more information.
Lodging within the park is available through park concessioners: Flagg Ranch, Grand Teton Lodge Co, Signal Mountain Lodge Co, and through Dornan's Spur Ranch Cabins.
See the Lodging Page for more information.
Stock may be used on established trails, however some trails are closed to horses and llamas. There are special campsites and rules for overnight stock use.
See the Camping Page for more information.
Pets are welcome in the park but regulations restrict their activities.
Pets are permitted in the park with certain restrictions. A good rule is a pet may go anywhere a car may go: roads and road shoulders, campgrounds and picnic areas, parking lots, etc. Pets must be on a leash and under physical restraint. Pets are not considered pack animals.
"Restrain pets on a leash at all times. Pets are not allowed on trails nor in the backcountry (which begins 50 feet from roadways), in boats on the Snake River, in boats on lakes other than Jackson Lake nor in visitor centers. Pets are not allowed on ranger led activities. Kennels are available in Jackson."
Pets are allowed in campgrounds and some lodging units allow pets.
Summer walks, talks, and evening campfire programs. Inquire at park visitor centers and ranger stations for schedules.
See the Calendar Page for more information.
Reservations may only be made from January 1 to May 15 for group campsites. Overnight stays in the backcountry require a free backcountry permit available at the Moose or Colter Bay Visitor Centers and the Jenny Lake Ranger Station. Reservations may be made for backcountry campsites between 01 Jan and 15 May, or up to 24 hours ahead of your first night's stay. Permits are required for motorized and non-motorized watercraft, are available at Visitor Centers and Ranger Stations and a fee is charged. A Wyoming fishing license is required for fishing in the park and several varieties of non-resident licenses are available. Licenses may be purchased in fishing stores in Jackson, Dornan's and at park marinas.
See the Camping Page and Hiking Page for more information.
Enjoy the splendor of Grand Teton National Park via a scenic river rafting trip. This is a great way to experience and enjoy the park - wildlife, spectacular scenery and the great outdoors.
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Solitude Float Trips - Authorized Concessionaire of Grand Teton National Park - Scenic Float Trips
When snow depth is sufficient, snowmobile routes including the Continental Divide Snowmobile Trail (CDST) will be opened within the Grand Teton and John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Parkway. For the unplowed portion of the Teton Park Road, the snowmobile season is generally mid-Dec through mid-Mar.
See the Hiking Page for more information.
Located in the park, Teton Science School offers a wide variety of in depth courses year round. This non profit school employs highly qualified instructors to teach a spectrum of topics related to the Teton Range and Jackson Hole. Courses for all ages in natural history and ecology stress field study supplemented by informal lectures. Summer seminars last three to five days and usually cover geology, plants, animals, birds and photography.
Moose Visitor Center features Greater Yellowstone Area and rare and endangered species exhibitry, video room and an extensive book store. Jenny Lake Visitor Center features Geology exhibitry, a relief model and book sales. Colter Bay Visitor Center features an Indian Arts Museum, an auditorium and a large book store. Flagg Ranch Information Station features information about John D. Rockefeller and the Greater Yellowstone area and book sales.
In an amazing variety and profusion bloom through the warm months. Sagebrush buttercups follow receding snowpacks. Springbeauties, yellowbells and steershead blossom closely behind, growing close to the ground for protection from late snowstorms or frost. Brilliant colors covers the valley floor during late June, the peak of the wildflower season. Meadows of scarlet gilia, balsamroot, lupine, larkspur and wild buckwheat bloom in multiple combinations or red, yellow, blue, purple and white. Following the valley display, many of the same wildflowers flourish in meadows along canyon trails. Visitors to the alpine zone discover brilliant cushions of color that hug the ground, including the official flower of the park, the alpine forget-me-not.
The geologic forces and natural systems that interact to produce inspiring scenery also nurture a remarkable diversity of animals. Despite a short growing season, the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem supports the largest elk herd remaining in the world. Nearly 3,000 summer in Grand Teton. A small heard of buffalo also summers in the park and winters on the National Elk Refuge. moose meander beside canyon streams during warm weather but seek protection from frigid winds in valley bottomlands. Seldom seen black bears, and an occasional grizzly, forage in canyons and woodlands to store body fat for winter sleep.
Bald eagles and ospreys fish and nest along the Snake River. Several eagles endure the cold months. Each spring great blue herons return to their rookeries. Trumpeter swans, the largest North American waterfowl, build sizable pond level nests; when ice prevails they depend on warm springs in the region. Beavers dam streams to create ponds that benefit Canada geese, mallards, cinnamon teal and a multitude of summer and migratory waterfowl.
The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, which includes the Teton Range and Jackson Hole, remains as the largest essentially intact natural area in the contiguous United States. Evergreen forests and wild rivers abound. Elk, buffalo, bears, eagles and swans that once thrived nationwide now survive in this island of hope. They symbolize the remaining wilderness. Their survival and the ecosystem that supports them will mean much to future generations.
Long, cold winters. The first heavy snows fall by 01 Nov and continue through March with snow and frost possible during any month. Summer days in the 70's and 80's with cool nights in the 40's. Summer thunderstorms are common. Mild to cool temperatures through September and October. Raingear recommended during spring, summer and fall. Sub-zero temperatures are common throughout winter and demand multi-layered clothing, hats, mittens and cold weather boots.
See the Weather Page for current conditions, forecasts and other information.
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