Grand Teton National Park - Moose Wyoming Tourism

The site of the Teton Range can make even the most seasoned traveler gasp! Even “awesome” is not enough to describe this mountain range which looms high above the valley floor known as Jackson Hole.

This valley, interrupted only by the mighty, winding Snake River, was named by fur trappers in the early 1800s. Back then “hole” was the name given to a high valley surrounded by mountains. This particular valley was the territory of trapper Davey Jackson and was consequently named Jackson Hole.

Grand Teton National Park not only is a physical historical record of geological transformation since the Ice Age, it is also a year-round recreational area. Discover the many lakes at the base of the Teton range, including Jackson Lake. Over 16 miles long and covering almost 26,000 acres, this is the largest lake. Boating and fishing for the area’s cutthroat trout, or planted Mackinaw, brown and brook trout are popular sports here. Canoeing and rafting are also available.

Miles of well-marked trails guarantee a photographic excursion in the form of an easy walk, a more vigorous hike, or a full out backpacking trip. For the experience of a lifetime, guide services offer mountain climbing training, as well as guided climbs up the 13,770 foot Grand Teton.

Winter activities are plentiful in this beautiful national park. Cross-country skiing, snowmobiling or snow-shoeing, whatever your preference in winter activities, you’ll find the best opportunities in Grand Teton National Park.

The Grand Teton National Park Headquarters and Visitor Center are located at the Moose entrance to the park and overnight back-country users must sign in here before departing.
Near Moose, is the historic Chapel Of The Transfiguration. The Chapel is an Episcopal church, but welcomes visitors of all faiths.

Located at the south edge of the Park is The National Fish Hatchery. It is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and features aquariums teeming with trout. Nearby tanks house thousands and thousands of fingerlings which are used to stock Wyoming’s rivers and lakes.

The area also offers whatever accommodations you may need. RV parks, campgrounds, guest ranches, bed and breakfast inns and hotels are plentiful throughout the valley.In addition to the resort towns, you’ll also experience an “Old West welcome” from the small neighboring towns of Teton Village, Kelly, Moose (park headquarters), Moran, Colter Bay Village (summer only) and Wilson.