As the unfortunate passing of grizzly 399—known affectionately as the “Queens of the Tetons”—sent shockwaves through the national park/outdoors/wildlife community, this heartbreaking event also has the potential to change things …
On November 1, 2024, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, in partnership with Grand Teton National Park, honored the legacy of grizzly bear 399 by returning her ashes to the …
On the evening of Tuesday, October 22, 2024, grizzly bear 399, an iconic and world-famous bear known for her tolerance of people and for being an exceptionally successful mother, was …
The most colorful of all seasons, fall brings spectacular foliage to national parks all across the United States. From Acadia and Shenandoah in the East to Glacier and Mount Rainier in the West, these are the absolute best national parks to enjoy the warm colors of autumn.
On Sunday, May 19, a visitor exploring Signal Mountain in Grand Teton National Park was seriously mauled by a grizzly bear. Fortunately, the 35-year-old man from Massachusetts is expected to …
The health benefits of hiking are well known and well documented nowadays. And few things are better for a “nature bath” than going on a reinvigorating hike in a national park. These are some of the greatest day hikes in the U.S. National Park System.
Spending a night or two at a historic lodge or hotel is one of the most memorable national park experiences. From Yellowstone’s famous Old Faithful Inn to Glacier’s iconic Many Glacier Hotel and the rustic Lake Quinault Lodge at Olympic, these are the greatest and grandest lodges in the national parks.
This news story about grizzly bear 399 and her cub of the year, and other bears in Grand Teton, is based on a May 18, 2023, National Park Service press …
The sagebrush flats, ponds, streams, and mountains of Grand Teton National Park are prime bear habitat. Both black and grizzly bears call Grand Teton home, thriving in the park’s varied …
The centerpiece and namesake of Wyoming’s Grand Teton National Park, the Teton Range is one of America’s most awe-inspiring mountain ranges. Few national parks have such amazing mountain vistas as …
Although it’s a relatively small national park, Grand Teton packs an undeniable punch. Encompassing the sprawling Jackson Hole valley, numerous glacial lakes, a meandering section of the Snake River, and …
If you’re a national parks lover who enjoys gardening, collecting wild edibles and foraging, you might wonder if foraging is allowed in the national parks. And, as surprising as it …
This news story about closures in Grand Teton National Park after Labor Day is based on an August 29, 2022, National Park Service press release. You can read the original …
In the heat of summer, waterfall hikes are among the most enjoyable and popular activities in the national parks, especially if the waterfall also happens to have a swimming hole. …