Grand Teton National Park

It is said that when French explorers or trappers first saw the Grand Tetons they thought the three highest peaks looked similar to certain parts of the female anatomy, hence the name.  Whatever the origins of the name, the mountains are massive.  There are no foothills to obscure the majesty of the peaks.  

We visited in late June (the 23rd) and there was still snow even to the lower elevations.  Locals indicated that the snow would remain for another week or two at the lower elevations but that it rarely disappears totally from the highest peaks.








The Grand Tetons extend north from Jackson Hole Wyoming and run north into Yellowstone National Park.  The official address is Moose Wyoming, but the range extends many miles north and south of the settlement.  Actually, "Grand Teton" is the name of the highest peak.  There are also "South Teton" and "Middle Teton" as well as "Teewinot."  

The John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway runs parallel to the range at a distance of several miles which provides a marvelous view of the mountain range, the park, and the surrounding area.

The mountain on the right is Teewinot.

There are forests of lodge pole pines and the prettiest little lake, Lake Jenny.  Recreational activities include hiking, climbing (only with a back country permit, camping, boating, and fishing.  


One could spend an entire month here and never see it all.  There are multitudes of animals which include otters, moose, trout, bear, as well as elk and deer.  This positively is a must return to place.