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Spring is in the Air

Visitors may now enjoy non-motorized recreation on the Teton Park Road and Moose-Wilson Road.
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Grand Teton National Park

Located in northwestern Wyoming, Grand Teton National Park preserves a spectacular landscape rich with majestic mountains, pristine lakes and extraordinary wildlife. The abrupt vertical rise of the jagged Teton Range contrasts with the horizontal sage-covered valley and glacial lakes at their base, creating world-renowned scenery that attracts nearly four million visitors per year.
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Moose with Teton Range in background, late summer.

Planning a Visit During Summer?

Go to the Park Newspaper link to access valuable trip planning information.

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Wireless in Moose? The Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center in Moose now offers free wireless internet on an unsecured network. Stay connected during your visit to Grand Teton National Park thanks to our partner, Grand Teton Association.

Summer Trip Planner
View links to information for planning a visit to Grand Teton National Park during the summer. Information includes activities, camping, operating hours and more.

Click on "more" below for links to web pages that will help you plan your trip.
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Kids learn about park communities at the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center.

Celebrate National Junior Ranger Day

Come celebrate National Junior Ranger Day on April 24th at the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center. Earn your Junior Ranger badge and participate in fun activities for kids of all ages.
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Moose calf in meadow.

Park News

Grand Teton National Park – home to one of the most recognizable mountain landscapes in the world – is often in the national and international spotlight. Many special events and activities happen in this high profile park. Click here to access current and archived news releases, learn about park issues, obtain road information or fire updates, and much more.
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Grand Teton Association Store

Grand Teton Association (GTA) was founded in 1937 and is a cooperating association that publishes and sells educational materials. The GTA provides support for the park's educational, interpretive and scientific research programs through the sales of books and gifts. To purchase books and materials for trip planning, please click on the link below, or go directly to http://www.grandtetonpark.org.
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Grand Teton National Park
P.O. Drawer 170
Moose, WY 83012

Phone

Visitor Information
(307) 739-3300

Road Conditions
(307) 739-3682

Fax

(307) 739-3438

Climate

The first heavy snows fall by November 1 and continue through March with snow and frost possible during any month. Summer days range in the 70s and 80s with cool nights in the 40s. Afternoon thunderstorms during the summer are common with mild to cool temperatures through September and October. Sub-zero temperatures are common throughout winter and demand multi-layered clothing, hats, mittens and cold weather boots.
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Communities Surrounding Grand Teton National Park
Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park.
Moran, WY (0 min. )
Moose, WY (0 min. )
Jackson, WY (16 min. ) Pop. 8,647
Kelly, WY (18 min. )
Teton Village, WY (19 min. ) Pop. 175
Wilson, WY (25 min. ) Pop. 1,294
Victor, ID (46 min. ) Pop. 840
Driggs, ID (59 min. ) Pop. 1,100
Swan Valley, ID (1 hr.  12 min. ) Pop. 213
Tetonia, ID (1 hr.  13 min. ) Pop. 247
Irwin, ID (1 hr.  16 min. ) Pop. 157
Felt, ID (1 hr.  21 min. )
Squirrel, ID (1 hr.  26 min. )