Grand Teton Adventure Trip
RIDING TYPE
Introductory
DURATION
5 Days
SEASON
July - August
The Grand Teton Adventure Trip: Circumnavigating the Iconic Range
On this Western Spirit Adventure, we will circumnavigate the Teton range and experience the region from every perspective. You’ll have opportunities to hike, bike, fish, and float through some of the most picturesque areas surrounding these dramatic peaks. Explore away from the beaten path to see forests and peaks as they were over 100 years ago when this National Park was first established.
-DAY-BY-DAY
Itinerary
We approach this incredible mountain range from the western side, beginning with a visit to the idyllic Harriman State Park.
From wildflowers to wildlife, this area is off the charts! The trail system is perfect for both hiking and biking, offering a great chance to spot a moose.
After exploring Harriman and enjoying a plentiful lunch, we head to the Island Park area for fly fishing. This is a perfect chance to either begin learning this fun sport or show off your casting prowess.
The coffee call will rouse you from your cozy sleeping bag to check the morning light while breakfast is served.
Our first stop is Mesa Falls, a thunderous waterfall near a National Forest Visitor Center. Here we will learn about the many forest creatures all around us and get to ‘pet’ quite a few of them –the Visitor Center has a large collection of pelts, offering the chance to ‘pet’ a wolf and a skunk!.
From here, we jump on the bikes and head down a historic rail trail that takes us along the Warm River, through trestles and over tunnels.
Our destination is a campsite right on the water. It’s a great place to jump in and float the gentle rapids while the guides prepare a giant bowl of guacamole to accompany fajitas with all the fixin’s.
This morning, after another yummy breakfast, we head over to a remote double-track road—perfect for a cruisy bike ride between a series of lakes.
Grassy Lake is our destination. From here, we go north on foot to reach one of the many beautiful waterfalls that dot this region.
After this hike into the Wilderness—a swim is an option—while guides will whip up another amazing feast for dinner around the campfire.
Today starts with a short bike ride to Lake of the Woods, a very special place tucked into the forest where the wildflowers are usually amazing.
After lunch, we retrace our route before heading out on a secret hike that will take us into a whole new region.
While most park visitors are looking for parking spots and competing for space on crowded trails, we often have this region all to ourselves before heading back to our camp on the lake.
This morning, we head around to the south for the big reveal! We will spend the day in the shadow of the Grand Teton and Mount Moran, some of the most picturesque peaks in the West.
Moran is named after Thomas Moran, one of the first artists to capture this special area. He traveled on a whole series of expeditions and the paintings he produced inspired the creation of America’s best idea: the National Parks.
Our last adventure in the park will be to float a great section of the Snake River, before we cruise back to Jackson on one of the most scenic bike paths in the world.
-TRIP NOTES
The fine print
Itineraries are subject to change due to weather, road conditions, rider safety and other factors which may affect the logistics of the adventure.
Road Surface
Gravel and dirt roads, some singletrack, pavement and railroad grade bike paths.
Overall Rating
Introductory
Technical Difficulty
Easy
Physical Difficulty
Easy to moderate
Altitude
6,000 - 8,000 feet
Biking Mileage
Hiking Mileage
No hiking mileage
–Travel Logistics
Getting there.
Jackson, WY, 8:00 AM MST in Wilson, WY (4 mi from downtown Jackson). Ending time: return to Wilson 2:00-3:00 PM last day. Getting there: 90 mi from Idaho Falls, 307 mi from Salt Lake City; fly into Jackson (JAC) or Salt Lake City (SLC, Mountain States Express shuttle).
Lodging Before Your Trip
The Lexington at Jackson Hole
Ranch Inn
Anvil Motel
Motel 6
PACKING
What we provide
- Meals
- Snacks
- Drinks
- Camp mugs & dining ware
- 2 large cycling water bottles
- Camp chairs
- Solar showers
- Sunscreen & bug spray
- Bike stand
- Lube
- First aid kit
Bring or rent
- Bike
- Helmet
- Tent
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping pad
- Cycling & camp clothing
- Rain gear
- Personal items
- Tipping cash (10-20%)
Bring or rent
Bringing or renting
- Bike (rentals come with flat pedals)
- Helmet (gratis w
- Rental bike)
- Tent
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping pad
Cycling clothing
- Cycling shoes
- 3-5 pair cycling shorts
- 3-5 cycling shirts
- Long sleeve cycling shirt
- Long sleeve cotton shirt or solar sleeves
- Cycling socks
- Windbreaker
- Tights or leg warmers
- 2 pair cycling gloves
- Rain jacket & rain pants (Gore-Tex or similar)
- Warm layer
- Sunglasses
Camp clothing
- Camp shorts/shirts
- Warm socks
- Long underwear
- 2 pair warm long pants
- Fleece/sweater
- Pile or down jacket
- Warm gloves and hat
- Brimmed hat
- Bathing suit
- Hiking shoes
- Sandals
- Rain gear
Personal
- Toiletries
- Medication
- Towel
- Biodegradable soap
- Wet-wipes
- Flashlight/headlamp
- Sunglasses
- Optional day bag
- Stuff sacks
- Cash for tipping (10-20% of trip price)
Optional
- Camera
- Binoculars
- Favorite beverages
- Books
- Maps
- Portable USB charger
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Need even more details? Send us a message or call and talk to one of our trip specialists at (435) 259-8732
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