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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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Colorful autumn aspen leaves, photo copyright Dan Ng

Planning a Visit During Autumn?

Download the park newspaper, Teewinot, to learn more about activities and trip planning for your visit during September or October. New snow fell on the Teton Range on August 31st marking a refreshing change in season. Fall leaves peak in color during mid-to-late September. Autumn brings cool hiking temperatures, wildlife migrations, and the dynamic transition to winter.

Go to the Park Newspaper link to access the newspaper.
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Mt. Moran and fall color on trees with reflection. Photo by P. Hattaway

Things to Know Before you Visit

Plan an enjoyable and safe visit to Grand Teton National Park! Find out about lodging and other visitor services, road information, park rules and regulations, and more. Includes a summer and winter trip planner, accessibility information, policies that ensure a safe visit for your pet, and rules on safely and responsibly recreating in bear country.
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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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Write to

Grand Teton National Park
P.O. Drawer 170
Moose, WY 83012

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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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Tetons from Hurricane Pass, KF  

Did You Know?
Did you know that Grand Teton National Park was established in both 1929 and 1950? The original 1929 park protected the mountain peaks and the lakes near the base. The boundaries were later expanded in 1950 to include much of the adjacent valley floor.

Last Updated: September 02, 2008 at 13:17 EST