Grand Teton National Park Map and Entrances Explained
Where Is Grand Teton National Park Located?
Grand Teton National Park is located in northwestern Wyoming, USA, just south of Yellowstone National Park. The park preserves the dramatic Teton Range, Jackson Lake, and much of the Jackson Hole Valley.
Location Details
- State: Wyoming
- Region: Northwestern Wyoming
- Nearest Town: Jackson, Wyoming
- Nearest Airport: Jackson Hole Airport (JAC), located inside the park
- Distance from Jackson: About 10 miles (16 km) north of downtown Jackson
- Distance from Yellowstone: Directly connected via the John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway
Grand Teton National Park Map
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Nearby Cities
| City | Distance to Grand Teton |
|---|---|
| Jackson, WY | 10 miles (16 km) |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 95 miles (153 km) |
| Cody, WY | 130 miles (209 km) |
| Bozeman, MT | 180 miles (290 km) |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 290 miles (467 km) |
Map Context
Grand Teton National Park lies within the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and is bordered by:
- Yellowstone National Park to the north
- Bridger-Teton National Forest to the east and south
- Caribou-Targhee National Forest (Idaho) to the west
The park covers approximately 310,000 acres (485 square miles) and is famous for the rugged Teton peaks, alpine lakes, wildlife viewing, and scenic drives along Teton Park Road and the John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway.
Grand Teton National Park Entrances
Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming has four primary road entrances, allowing visitors to enter from Jackson, Yellowstone, Teton Village, and eastern Wyoming. The park is open year-round, although some roads and entrances may have seasonal closures due to snow. No reservations or timed entry are needed, and standard vehicle entry costs $35 (credit or debit card only). The park is open 24 hours a day
1. Moose Entrance Station (Main Entrance)
- Located north of Jackson, Wyoming, on US Highway 26/89/191.
- The most popular entrance for visitors arriving from Jackson Hole Airport and the town of Jackson.
- Provides quick access to:
- Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor Center
- Mormon Row
- Jenny Lake
- Teton Park Road
- Entrance fees and passes are available here.
2. Moran Entrance Station (Northeast Entrance)
- Located near Moran Junction.
- Used by travelers coming from Dubois, Cody, or the eastern side of Wyoming.
- Convenient for reaching:
- Oxbow Bend
- Jackson Lake
- Colter Bay
- Yellowstone’s South Entrance
- One of the four official entrance stations in the park.
3. Granite Canyon Entrance Station (West Entrance)
- Located on Moose-Wilson Road between Moose and Wilson.
- Best for visitors staying in:
- Teton Village
- Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
- Provides access to:
- Granite Canyon Trailhead
- Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve
- Moose-Wilson Road wildlife viewing corridor
- Seasonal road closures may affect access during winter and spring.
4. Flagg Ranch (From Yellowstone)
- Located in the John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway.
- Used by visitors driving south from Yellowstone National Park.
- There is no traditional entrance station immediately at the Yellowstone–Grand Teton boundary, but this route serves as the park’s northern access point.
Grand Teton National Park Map and Entrances Explained
Entrance Map Overview
| Entrance | Direction | Closest Town |
|---|---|---|
| Moose Entrance | South | Jackson, WY |
| Moran Entrance | Northeast | Moran, WY |
| Granite Canyon Entrance | West | Wilson, WY |
| Flagg Ranch | North | Yellowstone National Park |
Which Entrance Should You Use?
- From Jackson Hole Airport (JAC): Moose Entrance
- From Jackson or Jackson Hole hotels: Moose Entrance
- From Teton Village/Wilson: Granite Canyon Entrance
- From Yellowstone National Park: South Entrance
- From Dubois or eastern Wyoming: Moran Entrance
Grand Teton does not require timed-entry reservations, and visitors can enter the park at any time of day. Entrance fees apply unless you have an America the Beautiful Pass or another qualifying park pass.
