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| "Grand Tetons" ©Mary Montague Sikes |
Jackson Hole was named after a fur trapper, David Jackson, who dearly loved the scenic valley. In 1810, it became a central hub for the trappers and fur trading companies. It wasn't until the 1890s that the first permanent settlers came to Jackson Hole.
Named for Grand Teton, the tallest mountain in the Teton range, Grand Teton National Park was established in 1929. Grand Teton is 13,775 feet in height and rises over 7,000 feet above Jackson Hole.
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| "Jackson Lake Lodge" National Park Photo |
8 comments:
My daughter worked a summer at Jackson Hole, and we went up to visit her. Funny how I've driven through the boring freeway parts of Wyoming but had never been to the beautiful, resort areas.
I've been to Grand Teton National Park, but I was young and don't remember where we stayed.
Karen, it's funny that when things are close at hand we don't appreciate them as much. I live close to Colonial Williamsburg but don't take advantage of it!
Alex, I wouldn't remember either. You were fortunate to have the opportunity to go there, however.
Looks SO BEAUTIFUL!
One day I'd like to drive to all the national parks. I am such a nature lover and our country has such INSANE natural beauty!
A very nicely done informative post.Thanks for sharing..
Michael, I bet it would take forever to drive to all of them. We are fortunate to have so many!
Thank you Jayanta!
We RVd to Jackson Hole and the Grand Tetons a couple of years ago. It is truly gorgeous country.
We've happily camped throughout Wyoming and remember those gorgeous Grand Tetons. Your lovely post (pictures and summary) bring back those days when we tracked bears and deer along the trail.
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