Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks are two of the most spectacular and also most popular national parks in the United States. From high, exposed alpine peaks to otherworldly thermal and geologic features, this region is truly one of a kind. Not to mention, this is one of the best […]
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Grand Teton National Park Climate
The Grand Teton National Park climate varies quite a bit with elevations ranging from just over 6,000 feet to 13,770 feet at the top of the Grand Teton. In general, the park experiences cold and snowy winters, warm and dry summers, and cool and unsettled fall and spring seasons. Generally […]
Paintbrush Canyon to Cascade Canyon Hike in Grand Teton National Park
The Paintbrush Canyon to Cascade Canyon loop hike is a Teton classic that can be completed in one long day or stretched out over multiple days. This route visits multiple subalpine lakes and crests the stunning Paintbrush Divide at 10,700 feet. Wildflowers and high alpine views along with Holly Lake […]
Hike and Climb Electric Peak in Yellowstone National Park
Electric Peak is the highest mountain in the Gallatin Range, sitting at an elevation of 10,968 feet, and the most dominant peak in the northern section of Yellowstone National Park. This hike (and climb!) offers an incredibly scenic, and also challenging, outing for the experienced adventurer. The trek starts in […]
Climb the Middle Teton in Grand Teton National Park
As much as I love hiking and exploring in general, sometimes I crave an exciting scramble to the top of a mountain that involves some exposure and is more than just a walk-up. The Middle Teton in Grand Teton National Park is one of my favorite peak-bagging objectives. The standard […]
The Best Time to Visit Jackson Hole: A Seasonal Guide
Jackson Hole, Wyoming is an outdoor adventure enthusiast’s paradise — featuring two world-class national parks and some of North America’s best skiing. Not to mention several surrounding national forests and wilderness areas that allow one to easily get off the beaten path. Northwest Wyoming offers something for the outdoor explorer […]