What's up guys! We're exploring Grand
Teton National Park and in this video we're going to show you the best things to do here.
Everything from where to spot the most animals, the top hiking routes, as well as things you
should know before you go. So hope you enjoy it! Grand Teton National Park is located in the
northwest of Wyoming, just south of Yellowstone National Park. Home to a rich array of wildlife,
pristine lakes, lush meadows, and the iconic mountain range that gives the park its name,
Grand Teton is an outstanding natural beauty. There's something for everyone here;
whether you're an adventurous traveler, a family, or a photographer. In this video,
we highlight 7 awesome things to do in and around the national park during the spring
or summer. Make sure to watch until the end, because we also share three essential
travel tips. Now let's dive in! We're Zac and Ine. We make helpful videos about destinations around the world so you
can easily plan your own adventures. Before heading into Grand Teton National Park, it's
worth stopping at the cute town of Jackson. With a range of accommodation options,
restaurants, bars, and souvenir shops, this is an awesome spot to base
yourself for exploring the park. We left a link to the lodge we stayed at in
the description below the video. From Jackson, it takes 15 minutes to drive to Moose, which
is located at the southern end of the park. Jenny Lake is the most popular lake in the entire
park. Some of the best hikes start from this area, featuring stunning views of the Teton Range.
The Jenny Loop Trail is the easiest one, winding around the lake itself
with minimal elevation change. You can also easily combine this hike with other
side trails, such as String and Leigh Lake, or the Moose Ponds Trail, where you can often spot moose.
And if you don't want to hike, it's also possible to take your car around the Jenny Lake Scenic
Drive following the eastern edge of the lake. Another popular hike that starts from Jenny
Lake is to the Hidden Falls, Inspiration Point, and Cascade Canyon. It's a great hike if you want
to experience the wilderness without having to go up a ton of elevation. The trail starts from the
West Shore Boat Dock of Jenny Lake, and you can either walk here or take the boat shuttle. Since
the boat dock was so busy when we were there, we decided to walk to the trailhead from Jenny Lake
first, adding about two miles to the total length. As you hike into this beautiful canyon, you'll
gain about 1,100 feet or 336 meters of elevation. You'll also be able to pass by
the impressive Hidden Falls as well as the lookout of Inspiration Point. At the end of the day, you can take the boat
back to the Jenny Lake parking area like we did. Just make sure to be at the boat
dock before the last ferry leaves. Another fun way to discover the Teton Wilderness
is by horseback. We joined a two-hour tour with a local guide, taking in the sweeping vistas
of the Teton Range on secluded horse trails in the Bridger-Teton National Forest. The tours
are for both beginner and advanced riders, and you get a briefing on how to steer and
control your horse before venturing off. The horses were calm and well-trained,
making for a relaxing experience overall. For more information, check out the horseback tour
via the link in the description below this video. Our favorite trail in the Grand Tetons was undoubtedly
the Taggart and Bradley Lake Loop. Once you reach Taggart Lake, you
get amazing views of the mountains. We also encountered many beautiful wildflowers
along this 6 mile or 9.7 kilometer loop trail. The hike is relatively easy, with 760 feet or 232
meters of elevation change. But be aware that it's one of the most popular trails in the park, so
it's best to go earlier or later in the day. During the spring and summer, wildlife is abundant
among the wildflowers, sagebrush, and meandering creeks. In the Grand Tetons, species can
easily be observed in different habitats. For example, Oxbow Bend attracts a large number of
birds such as ospreys, bald eagles, and pelicans. The Moose Ponds allure beavers and moose.
The Willow Flats are grazed by elk. And both black and grizzly bears roam around
everywhere. When we were there, a couple of bear families were feeding near the road between
Willow flats and Colter Bay Village. We also saw a fox at the Jenny Lake parking lot area. The best
time to observe wildlife is at dawn and dusk, and there are designated turnouts where you can park.
Just remember to always keep a safe distance. So if you're going to do wildlife spotting, Elk Ranch Flats is a good spot, you
can see the bison right behind me here. When driving through the heart of Grand
Teton National Park from Moose to Colter Bay Village, there are many overlooks and
turnouts that offer spectacular views. Driving these roads is an experience in itself
and makes for a relaxing way to see the park. Our favorite overlooks include Mormon Row Historic
District, Glacier View turnout, the Snake River Overlook, the Willow Flats Overlook, Wedding
Tree, Jackson Lake Overlook, and Oxbow Bend. As we promised at the beginning of our video,
we'll now share three travel tips for Grand Teton National Park. First; we visited at the beginning
of June and many of the high elevation trails were still covered in snow. So visit in July, August,
or September if you want to hike more trails. If we had the chance, we would have hiked to the
gorgeous Surprise, Amphitheater, and Delta Lakes. And we left a link below the video with
a list of other day hikes in the park. Second, the weather is very unpredictable
in the mountains and the evenings can get especially cold. Bring warm and waterproof
clothing, especially when hiking and camping. Third, there are lots of mosquitoes during
warmer months so bring enough bug spray. Also make sure to carry bear spray when hiking,
they frequent many of the popular hiking areas.
We put a list of essential items on the
screen here to think about before you go. When visiting Grand Teton, you may also want
to visit the nearby Yellowstone National Park. If you do, make sure to watch our full
Yellowstone video for the best things to do there. If you're planning your Grand Teton National Park
trip, we recommend keeping things organized with our interactive travel planner. Find a discount
code in the description below. We also included other important links in the description
that will help you with your trip, such as an interactive map to get to each place that we
mentioned. We'll catch you on the next adventure!
