Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Grand Teton National Park




GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK

Grand Teton (Pronounced Teeton) National Park is located in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.





·  There are many wildlife sightings, such as elk, black/brown grizzly bears, bison, deer, and the moose and wolves above.

Aerial View of the Park


Nearly 4 million people visit the park per year.

The peaks can rise higher than 7,000 feet, with Mt. Teton reaching 13,770 feet!

There are over 200 miles of hiking trails.

The approximate averages for snow and rainfall are 191 inches (snow) 10 inches (rain).

It became a national park in 1929 and was expanded upon in 1950 thanks John D. Rockefeller.

There are many lakes and Snake River also runs through a part of the park.

The most popuar hiking spot is South Jenny Lake .

There are also many reptiles, amphibians, spiders, bats, and rodents to add on to the list of wildlife!

Activities to enjoy are:

Biking

Horseback Riding

Rafting

Scenic Drives

AND MUCH MORE!

A Lovely View To End The Day.