Visitors to Grand Teton National Park can enjoy a myriad of activities including fishing, hiking, camping, climbing, boating on Jenny Lake or Jackson Lake, rafting the Snake River, or wildlife tours. Many travelers visit the park on a Grand Teton National Park tour from Cody or Jackson Hole, Wyoming, with options ranging from self-guided tours designed by knowledgeable local guides to half- or full-day guided excursions with pickup and drop-off at Jackson Hole hotels. The park's proximity to Yellowstone National Park makes it easy to combine two national parks into one vacation.
Grand Teton National Park is a must-see for adventure travelers, outdoors enthusiasts, and wildlife watchers.
Bring comfortable, waterproof shoes suitable for walking over uneven surfaces.
Dress in layers, as temperatures in the park vary widely due to altitude and other conditions.
Cell service is widely available throughout Grand Teton National Park.
The park's four visitor centers, one information station, and some pathways and trails are accessible to wheelchair users and strollers.
The nearest major airport to the park is in Jackson Hole, but many visitors choose to drive from Salt Lake City, about 300 miles (483 kilometers) away. The park has entrances on its north, south, and east sides.
Grand Teton National Park is open year-round, though some facilities and roads close in the winter. With sunny days and clear nights, summer and autumn represent the best times to visit. Expect chilly temperatures and frequent rainfall in the spring.
Grand Teton National Park is part of the greater Yellowstone ecosystem and Yellowstone National Park is located just a few miles away. Other area attractions worthy of a visit include the National Elk Refuge, the Jackson Hole Aerial Tram, and the National Museum of Wildlife Art.