Using This Handbook

Grand Teton National Park offers the startling andabrupt scenic grandeur of the Teton Range and thecolorful history and natural history of the valleycalled Jackson Hole. Other major attractions includethe Snake River, Jackson Lake, and surprisinglygood opportunities for viewing wildlife, includingsuch larger mammals as elk, moose, and pronghorns.This handbook is published in support of theNational Park Service’s management policies andinterpretive programs at the park. Part 1 introducesthe park through the eyes of a beloved, longtimeJackson Hole resident, the nationally known conservationistMargaret E. (Mardy) Murie; Part 2 outlinesthe natural history, geology, and history of themountains, valley, and river; and Part 3 presents concisetravel guide and reference materials.

National Park Handbooks, compact introductions tothe great natural and historic places administered bythe National Park Service, are designed to promoteunderstanding and enjoyment of the parks. Each isintended to be informative reading and a usefulguide before, during, and after a park visit. Morethan 100 titles are in print. This is Handbook 122.

Library of Congress Cataloging in Publication Data

Main entry under title:

Grand Teton National Park.

(National Park handbook; 122)

Includes index

Supt. of Docs. no.: I 29.9/5:122

1. Grand Teton National Park (Wyo.)—Guide-books.

I. United States. National Park Service. Division of Publications.

II. Series: Handbook (United States. National Park Service. Division of Publications): 122.

F767.T3G7 1983 917.87’550433 83-600157

ISBN 0-912627-19-0

★GPO:1983—381-611/302 Reprint 1992

Part 1 Welcome to the Tetons 4

What Gratitude We Owe 7

By Margaret E. Murie

Part 2 Teton Country 22

The Mountains 25

The Valley 39

The Snake River 49

Wildlife and Wildflowers 59

Part 3 Guide and Adviser 70

Approaching Grand Teton 72

Map of the Park 74

Visitor Centers and Museum 76

Ranger-led Activities 78

Camping and Accommodations 79

Hiking 81

Backcountry Basics 82

Mountaineering 85

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