Teton County, Wyoming
Grand Teton National Park is located in the northwestern portion of Wyoming. Designated a national park in 1929, Grand Teton National Park encompasses the entire Grand Teton mountain range and the valley below including Jackson Hole. The area spans 310,000 miles and is best known for hiking, backcountry camping, fishing, mountaineering, and floating the Snake River. Start planning your trip to Grand Teton National Park with these community-approved adventures, lodging ideas, and more.
Top Spots in and near Grand Teton National Park
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Irwin, Idaho
Hike along Palisades Creek
5.02 mi / 1827 ft gainThe Palisades Creek Nature Trail is a fun little hike with many photographic opportunities. You can make the hike as short or long as you want, so once you're done taking photos, turn back around and head to your vehicle. The trail does eventually lead to Lower and Upper Palisades Lake, but this ...Read more -
Irwin, Idaho
Scenic Autumn Drive around Palisades Reservoir
5.0If you're heading to Grand Teton National Park from Idaho Falls and are looking to take the most scenic route, make sure to take US 26 E through Palisades Reservoir. The fall colors light up the mountain sides for 20 miles as you drive along the windy road. There are multiple pull offs to capture...Read more -
Jackson, Wyoming
Whitewater Raft the Grand Canyon of the Snake River
5.0If you have never been whitewater rafting, you should definitely go for the first time to the Grand Canyon of the Snake River. It's an amazing experience, and you can float the river in about two hours depending on the water levels. Afterwards, you can spend the rest of the day at nearby Jackson ...Read more -
Ashton, Idaho
Upper and Lower Mesa Falls Loop
4.82.6 mi / 358 ft gainWhen two waterfalls have their own scenic byway, you know it is worth the additional stop. Lower Mesa Falls and Upper Mesa Falls are spectacular waterfalls along the Henrys Fork River, deep in the Grand Targhee Forest. The winding scenic byway yields some spectacular views of the Grand Targhee Fo...Read more -
Ashton, Idaho
Mesa Nature Trail
5.02.44 mi / 236 ft gainThe Mesa Nature Trail begins on the dirt road to the Upper Mesa Falls overflow parking lot. The first mile of the trail is wide and smooth. Pause a half mile in to admire the Henry's Fork from the top of a lava field. The trail terminates at a flat bluff overlooking the top of Upper Mesa Falls. ...Read more -
Swan Valley, Idaho
Camp at Fall Creek Falls
4.8Just an hour outside of Jackson Hole, this waterfall is very easy to access. This is also a great spot to camp overnight if you are heading to the Grand Tetons National Park from the West Coast. Look for a sign at the turn out that says “Fall Creek Falls.” If you find yourself on the bridge over ...Read more -
Teton County, Wyoming
West Thumb Geyser Basin Trail
5.01.01 mi / 62 ft gainWest Thumb Geyser Basin Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.Read more -
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Photograph the Milky Way over Yellowstone's West Thumb Geysers
5.00.7 miVisiting Yellowstone National Park during the daytime is enchanting; with its geysers, lake and wildlife attracting tourists and photographers from across the world. Stay after dark however, and the park takes on a magic that is as indescribable as it is dynamic. Combine this magic with clear; da...Read more -
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Camp at Indian Creek Campground at Yellowstone NP
Indian Creek Campground is located inside Yellowstone National Park, closest to the northern entrance of the park and just eight miles from Mammoth Hot Springs. It's open from mid-June through mid September and is just $15 a night to camp at. The campground itself is very well maintained and kept...Read more -
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Drive the Grand Loop in Yellowstone NP
4.7Many people who live an active our outdoor lifestyle have been to many places to climb, hike, camp, etc. Yellowstone National Park needs to be on every single persons bucket list. Sometimes you need to do the tourist thing and see the iconic sites for yourself. Yellowstone is massive and would ...Read more -
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Photograph the Milky Way over Yellowstone Lake
5.0Yellowstone Lake is huge and it would take a few hours to drive around the entire lake. But traveling around the lake, there are many pullouts available to park your car and walk down to the lake just a couple of feet from the car. Make sure that you are looking for an interesting foreground and ...Read more -
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Hike to Lone Star Geyser
4.55.33 mi / 282 ft gainLone Star Geyser gets its name from being one the most isolated major geysers. The trailhead begins just south of Old Faithful, along the Loop Road. This trail follows the Firehole River for 2.5 miles along an old service road, through a mix of wooded areas and open meadows. Wildlife spotting is ...Read more -
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Cross-Country Ski around Old Faithful, Yellowstone
While Old Faithful is familiar to many, winter there is an entirely different experience. If you are interested in less crowds, a once in a lifetime experience and an area accessible only by snow coach, this area in winter is for you.There are ski and snowshoe trails all over the area and you can...Read more -
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Upper Geyser Basin Old Faithful Observation Point Loop
4.75.03 mi / 541 ft gainStarting at the Old Faithful Visitor Center, you can follow a flat, meandering path along the Firehole River to view several different geysers and geothermal features. The trail begins on an accessible, paved path but then changes to well-maintained gravel. Depending on the time and energy you h...Read more -
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Old Faithful
4.30.69 mi / 72 ft gainStarting at the Old Faithful Lodge, which is a sight to see in itself, several trails start out heading away the actual Old Faithful geyser. You can take either one as they form a loop so you will eventually end up back where you started. It is a combination of dirt trails and wooden walkways tha...Read more -
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Photograph the Elusive Beehive Geyser
5.00.1 miLocated in the Upper Geyser Basin along the banks of the Firehole River is the world famous Old Faithful geyser which is typically seen as a "must do" on any trip to Yellowstone National Park. While at the famous geyser a small portion of visitors each year are lucky enough to happen upon the er...Read more