Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton is where the Teton Range rises sharply above the Jackson Hole valley, with alpine lakes and the Snake River below the peaks.
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Grand Teton National Park sits in northwestern Wyoming, just south of Yellowstone National Park. Its centerpiece is the Teton Range, a line of peaks that rises sharply above the Jackson Hole valley, with the highest summit, Grand Teton, at about 13,775 feet. At the base of the mountains, Jenny Lake fills a basin carved by glaciers, and the Snake River winds across the valley floor. Mormon Row, a group of historic homesteads with open views of the peaks, lies in the southern part of the valley.
The park suits hikers, scenic drivers, boaters and wildlife watchers. Moose, elk and bison are common in the valley, and trails range from short lakeside walks to steep climbs into the high country. Summer and early fall give the widest access to trails and boat launches, while winter brings snow and far fewer visitors. Two to three days gives time for a lake, a drive and a longer hike, and many visitors pair the park with a trip to Yellowstone.
Grand Teton National Park in five
- Budget the $100 nonresident feeNon-US residents aged 16 and over pay $100 each on top of the $35 vehicle pass, which is valid 7 days. An annual pass pays off across several parks.The nonresident fee
- Pair it with Yellowstone, but pay twiceThe parks share a border and a highway, but Yellowstone has its own entrance and fees. Plan two or three nights in each rather than a rushed day trip.Yellowstone
- Go early to Jenny LakeA shuttle boat crosses Jenny Lake to the Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point trails, and parking fills by mid-morning in summer. Start at dawn or hike around the lake.
- Fly into Jackson HoleJackson Hole Airport (JAC) sits inside the park boundary, so you land close to the trailheads. Idaho Falls is about 2 hours away if you need cheaper fares.
- Keep your distance from wildlifeMoose, bison, elk and bears roam at dawn and dusk. The NPS asks visitors to stay at least 25 yards from most animals and 100 yards from bears and wolves.
Things to do in Grand Teton National Park
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Need to know
- Entrance
- $35 per vehicle, 7 days; non-US residents 16+ add $100 each Read more
- Permits
- Backcountry camping and some river trips need permits
- Season
- Summer is peak; some roads change or close in winter
- Nearest town
- Jackson, about 12 miles from Moose; Moose and Colter Bay inside
- Getting there
- Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) inside the park; Idaho Falls about 2 hours
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Snowy days
- Days with storms
- Best
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuarySnow14 rainy days8 snowy daysHigh-4°Low-13°Snow, ski seasonJanuarySnow
Poor
- High
- -4°
- Low
- -13°
- Precipitation
- 79 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 8
- Days with storms
- 0
Snow, ski season
- FebruarySnow15 rainy days9 snowy daysHigh-3°Low-11°Snow, quietFebruarySnow
Poor
- High
- -3°
- Low
- -11°
- Precipitation
- 92 mm
- Rainy days
- 15
- Snowy days
- 9
- Days with storms
- 0
Snow, quiet
- MarchSnow15 rainy days8 snowy daysHigh2°Low-8°Cold, snowMarchSnow
Poor
- High
- 2°
- Low
- -8°
- Precipitation
- 82 mm
- Rainy days
- 15
- Snowy days
- 8
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, snow
- AprilRain14 rainy days5 snowy daysHigh5°Low-4°Mud, roads reopenAprilRain
Poor
- High
- 5°
- Low
- -4°
- Precipitation
- 68 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 5
- Days with storms
- 0
Mud, roads reopen
- MayPartly cloudy12 rainy days1 snowy dayHigh11°Low1°Snowmelt, quietMayPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 11°
- Low
- 1°
- Precipitation
- 54 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 1
- Days with storms
- 0
Snowmelt, quiet
- JunePartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh19°Low5°WildflowersJunePartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 19°
- Low
- 5°
- Precipitation
- 50 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wildflowers
- JulyClear4 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh25°Low10°Peak seasonJulyClear
Best
- High
- 25°
- Low
- 10°
- Precipitation
- 18 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 1
Peak season
- AugustClear5 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh24°Low9°Peak seasonAugustClear
Best
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 9°
- Precipitation
- 33 mm
- Rainy days
- 5
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 1
Peak season
- SeptemberClear8 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh19°Low5°Elk rut, colorSeptemberClear
Best
- High
- 19°
- Low
- 5°
- Precipitation
- 62 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 1
Elk rut, color
- OctoberPartly cloudy11 rainy days3 snowy days1 day with stormsHigh9°Low-2°Cold, quietOctoberPartly cloudy
Poor
- High
- 9°
- Low
- -2°
- Precipitation
- 73 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 3
- Days with storms
- 1
Cold, quiet
- NovemberSnow12 rainy days7 snowy daysHigh2°Low-8°Cold, snowNovemberSnow
Poor
- High
- 2°
- Low
- -8°
- Precipitation
- 80 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 7
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, snow
- DecemberSnow14 rainy days9 snowy daysHigh-4°Low-12°Snow, quietDecemberSnow
Poor
- High
- -4°
- Low
- -12°
- Precipitation
- 131 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 9
- Days with storms
- 0
Snow, quiet
Average daily high and low in Moose, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Grand Teton National Park
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- Sun11°0°1%Sunday: Partly cloudy. High 11°, Low 0°. Chance of rain 1%.
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Before you go to Grand Teton National Park
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Rules for Grand Teton National Park, checked
- Non-US residents aged 16 and over pay a $100 fee on top of the $35 vehicle pass, which is valid 7 days. Cards only; no cash.Checked Oct 1, 2026 · Source
Plan around Grand Teton National Park
Parks, cities, entry rules and money for a US trip
Read the guideYellowstone National ParkGeysers and wildlife an hour north
Read the guideGlacier National ParkMontana's alpine park, a long drive north
Read the guideBozeman and Gallatin ValleyA Montana gateway on the Yellowstone side
Read the guide$100 national parks feeWhich parks charge non-US residents and the $250 pass
Read the guideESTA explainedWho needs it, what it costs and how to apply
Read the guideGrand Teton National Park FAQ
How much does Grand Teton cost for international visitors?
$35 per vehicle for 7 days, plus $100 per person aged 16 and over for non-US residents. An annual or America the Beautiful pass waives the nonresident fee, and a $250 non-resident pass can pay off if you add Yellowstone.
How many days do you need in Grand Teton?
Two days covers Jenny Lake, Mormon Row and a Snake River float. Add a third for a longer hike or a day in Jackson. If you add Yellowstone, plan at least four nights in total.
Do I need a reservation for Grand Teton?
The park's fees page lists an entrance fee and no timed-entry system, but campgrounds, lodges and some permits need reservations. Check the park's page for your dates.
Where should I stay for Grand Teton?
Jackson for restaurants and the widest choice, Moose or Colter Bay for being inside the park, and Teton Village for a resort base. Book months ahead for July and August.
Grand Teton or Yellowstone?
Do both if you can. Grand Teton has mountain views and lakes, and Yellowstone has geysers and large wildlife herds. They are neighbors, and each charges its own entrance and nonresident fees.