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Grand Teton National Park
Soaring over a landscape rich with wildlife, pristine lakes, and majestic alpine vistas, the Teton Range stands as a testament to generations of stewards. For over 11,000 years, communities have thrived in the valley known as Jackson Hole, turning these mountains into more than just peaks—they embody imagination and enduring human connection.
Current alerts
CautionConstruction in the South End of the Park
Moose-Wilson Road between Moose and LSR Preserve closed starting 9/8. Expect occasional short delays between Granite Entrance and LSR Preserve. Taggart Trail detour in place. Cottonwood Creek picnic area closed. Menor's Ferry Road closed weekdays. Mormon Row area open with some construction activity.
CautionConstruction on North Park Road
Construction underway on North Park Road between Leeks Marina and Lizard Creek Campground. 15-min delays both directions 6am-9pm / 1-hour delays both directions 9pm-6am. The section of road is about 7 miles north of Colter Bay and 11.5 miles south of Yellowstone.
Park ClosureDeath Canyon Trailhead Construction Closure
Death Canyon Road and Trailhead are closed to all use. Start hikes at alternative trailheads such as Granite Canyon, LSR Preserve, and Taggart Lake.
Location
43.8185, -110.7055
Key trails & viewpoints
Phelps Lake Loop
The Phelps Lake Loop Trail is a moderate, 6.4 mi (10.3 km) RT loop hike with 1,060 ft (323 m) of elevation gain.<br />
Circle Phelps Lake and get views of Death Canyon and the Teton Range on this moderate hike.
Lake Creek - Woodland Trail Loop
The Lake Creek-Woodland Trail Loop is an easy, 3 mi (4.8 km) RT loop hike with 770 ft (230m) of elevation gain.
Take an easy hike to the shore of Phelps Lake.
Hermitage Point
The Hermitage Point Trail is a moderately strenuous, 9.5 mi (15.3 km) loop hike with 930 ft (280 m) of elevation gain.
Take a moderately strenuous day or overnight hike to Hermitage Point for views of Jackson Lake and the Teton Range.
Aspen Ridge - Boulder Ridge
The Aspen Ridge-Boulder Ridge Loop is a moderate, 6.2 mi (10 km) RT loop hike with 1,140 ft (350 m) of elevation gain.
Travel through aspens and boulders as you hike to Phelps Lake on this loop trail.
Valley Trail - Phelps Lake Overlook
The Valley Trail is a strenuous, 13.2 mi (21.3 km) RT hike with 2,360 ft (720 m) of elevation gain.
Travel from Teton Village to the Phelps Lake Overlook on this strenuous hike.
Granite Canyon
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Hike through forests and meadows in Granite Canyon on this moderately strenuous to strenuous hike.
Marion Lake
<strong>Rendezvous Mountain Trailhead</strong><br /> Marion Lake is a very strenuous, 14.7 mi (23.7 km) RT loop hike with 3,990 ft (1,220 m) of elevation gain.<br /> <br /> <b>Granite Canyon Trailhead</b><br /> Marion Lake is a very strenuous, 18.8 mi (30.3 km) RT out and back hike with 3,510 ft (1,070 m) of elevation gain.
Head up Granite Canyon to an alpine lake on this very strenuous day or overnight hike.
Death Canyon - Static Peak Divide Junction
The Death Canyon to Static Peak Divide Junction Trail is a strenuous, 7.7 mi (12.4 km) RT out and back trail with 2,400 ft (730 m) of elevation gain.
Travel into the Teton Range on this strenuous day or overnight hike to Death Canyon.
Hours & fees
Grand Teton National Park
Visitors may enter the park at any time, but visitor services and motor vehicle access vary throughout the year.
| Monday | All Day |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | All Day |
| Wednesday | All Day |
| Thursday | All Day |
| Friday | All Day |
| Saturday | All Day |
| Sunday | All Day |
- Entrance - Private Vehicle — $35.00
Park entrance fee for 7 days for a private, non-commercial vehicle.
- Entrance - Motorcycle — $30.00
Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.
- Entrance - Per Person — $20.00
Park entrance fee for 7 days for each visitor 16 years and older entering by foot, bicycle, ski, etc.
- Commercial Entrance - Sedan — $25.00
A commercial tour is defined as consisting of one or more persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced, or sold for leisure or recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provision of the service. The cost is $25 + $20 per person. Pass is good for seven days as long as it's the same passenger group.
- Commercial Entrance - Van — $125.00
Based upon the total capacity of a vehicle that can carry 7-15 passengers, regardless of the actual number of passengers. A commercial tour is defined as consisting of one or more persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced, or sold for leisure or recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provision of the service. Pass is good for seven days as long as it's the same passenger group.
- Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus — $200.00
Based upon the total capacity of a vehicle that can carry 16-25 passengers, regardless of the actual number of passengers. A commercial tour is defined as consisting of one or more persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced, or sold for leisure or recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provision of the service. Pass is good for seven days as long as it's the same passenger group.
- Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach — $300.00
Based upon the total capacity of a vehicle that can carry 26 or more passengers, regardless of the actual number of passengers. A commercial tour is defined as consisting of one or more persons traveling on an itinerary that has been packaged, priced, or sold for leisure or recreational purposes by an organization that realizes financial gain through the provision of the service. Pass is good for seven days as long as it's the same passenger group.
- Entrance - Education/Academic Groups — $0.00
Schools or other bona fide educational institutions (accredited, officially recognized, or tax exempt for educational purposes) may request an educational fee waiver. The fee waiver will allow qualifying groups free entry into the park for educational or scientific purposes. Prior approval required before entry to park. See additional <a href="https://www.nps.gov/grte/planyourvisit/eduwaiver.htm">Education Fee Waiver</a> page.
- Nonresident — $100.00
Each non-US resident aged 16 and older visiting Grand Teton National Park must pay a $100 nonresident fee (in addition to the standard entrance fee), unless admitted with an Annual or America the Beautiful Pass. This includes nonresidents entering as part of a commercial tour group, commercial use authorization (CUA) group, or concessioner tour group.
Activities
- Arts and Culture
- Cultural Demonstrations
- Auto and ATV
- Scenic Driving
- Biking
- Road Biking
- Boating
- Motorized Boating
- Sailing
- Boat Tour
- Camping
- Backcountry Camping
- Canoe or Kayak Camping
- Car or Front Country Camping
- Horse Camping (see also Horse/Stock Use)
- Group Camping
- RV Camping
- Climbing
- Rock Climbing
- Mountain Climbing
- Ice Climbing
- Fishing
- Freshwater Fishing
- Fly Fishing
- Food
- Dining
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Auto
- Boat Tour
- Hiking
- Backcountry Hiking
- Front-Country Hiking
- Off-Trail Permitted Hiking
- Horse Trekking
- Horse Camping (see also camping)
- Horseback Riding
- Hunting and Gathering
- Hunting
- Paddling
- Canoeing
- Canoe or Kayak Camping
- Kayaking
- Stand Up Paddleboarding
- Junior Ranger Program
- Skiing
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Snow Play
- Snowmobiling
- Snowshoeing
- Water Skiing
- Wildlife Watching
- Birdwatching
- Shopping
- Bookstore and Park Store