HAPPY SUMMER SOLSTICE? - JUNE 21, 2019

Fresh snow in the Tetons - 6.21.19 

Visitors in the Tetons woke up this morning to freezing temperatures and observed a fresh blanket of snow down to about 8500' today!  Summer has arrived in the Tetons (not)! 😆 

SPRING CONDITIONS ABOVE 8500FT - JUNE 16, 2019

Ice axe and crampons recommended on most routes above 9000ft.

BAXTER'S PINNACLE CLOSURE, JUNE 7,2019.

The following area is temporarily closed to public entry: The Baxter’s Pinnacle climbing route, approach trail, and surrounding cliffs. This closes the Baxter’s Pinnacle climbing route to human traffic as well as the social trail that branches from the horse trail and serves as the approach route to the climb.

The National Park Service has determined that the closure is necessary for the protection of nesting peregrine falcons and their young. The peregrine falcon is a state Species of Greatest Conservation Need and is protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act.

JENNY LAKE RANGER STATION OPEN - JUNE 1, 2019

Spring Training in Lupine Meadows - 6.1.19

The Jenny Lake Ranger Station is now open for the summer season.  Hours of operation are 8am to 5pm, seven days a week.  Conditions in the backcountry remain very snowy above 9,000 feet in the canyons and high mountains.  The valley trails are continue to melt out, however, travelers can still expect patches of snow and wet "sloppy" conditions in places.

The visitor centers in Moose and Colter Bay are also open and park information and backcountry camping permits can be obtained there during business hours.  Backcountry camping permits and bear canisters are required for all overnight trips into Grand Teton NP.  Click on the links on the right for more information.