Jackson

Winter is a special time in Grand Teton National Park.  The landscape is transformed into a winter wonderland, and there is a stillness and quiet that you won't find in the busier tourist seasons.  It is also a prime time for spotting wildlife as many species move down from the surrounding mountains to congregate on the valley floor. In winter you can only access the park by vehicle via U.S. hi...

Mercill Avenue to Teton Park Road Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near Jackson, Wyoming.

Back in college I was a rafting guide for the daily section of the Green River in Utah. I spent many a weekend in the summer sleeping out under the stars by night and navigating the rapids by day. Naturally I've been anxious to introduce my kids to rafting and this summer we were able to do just that! While we *probably* could have rented gear and navigated this 8 mile section of the river ours...

The Slow Trail is shared by hikers, dog walkers, and trail runners. There is an option to take the ski lift down after reaching Snow King Summit, which shortens the hike to 1.9 miles. The trail is good for intermediate hikers, and dogs are allowed on the trail.

Snow King Summit via Slow Trail is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Jackson, Wyoming.

Josie's Ridge via Sink or Swim is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Jackson, Wyoming.

Crystal Butte Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Jackson, Wyoming.

Woods Canyon to Crystal Lite Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Jackson, Wyoming.

In the 20th century when development continued to grow, the refuge was created to provide the elk with an efficient habitat for survival. So today, when you come to visit the refuge - the time of the year you come will impact what you see at the refuge (it's not always just about the elk!) I visited in mid-March. The most important thing is to keep your distant! It's for the safety of you and t...