September 2016 Daily Journal of Photos & Comments for Grand Teton National Park & JH

“September: Fall’s amazing transformation” 

  • Black Bears have been spotted on the Moose-Wilson Road, but less often this year than last. New rules are in place on the road.
  • Keep an eye on a “sister page” during September: Foliage Reports September/October 2016 :
  • Deadmans Bar Road, parking area and ramp will be closed beginning at 8:00 a.m. on October 3

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September 30, 2016 – Friday

Shadow Mountain

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Foliage Reports September/October 2016 :

Jackson Hole & Grand Teton National Park

Choke CherriesDuring September, I’ll work on two pages simultaneously. This September Foliage 2016 post will contain more specific information about the ever changing foliage status in the area. The September 2016 Daily Journal of Photos & Comments for Grand Teton National Park & JH Page will contain some foliage information, but will focus more on wildlife and landscapes. You’ll want to go to both regularly. Continue reading “Foliage Reports September/October 2016 :”

Days of Rose, Amber, and Gold

— Find a Subject and Capitalize on the Rich Morning Colors!

Wildfires are a late summer reality across the West. It seems there is at least one wildfire pumping smoke and ash into Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Park. Sometimes there are half a dozen! A light morning wind can sweep the smoke out of the valley, but when we are surrounded by fires, our chances of a clear morning drop to almost none.

Sunrise and Sleeping Indian

Still…smokey mornings offer possibilities!  You can complain, which does no good, or go out and take advantage of the opportunities. Filtered, altered light is often beautiful and captivating. On this particular morning, early sun light had to pass through this intertwined layer of smoke and haze. Continue reading “Days of Rose, Amber, and Gold”

Mary’s Nipple and Peak 9943

Mary's Nipple and Fred's Mountain

Elevation Profile for Mary's Nipple

Elevation profile for Mary’s Nipple
Elevation and route courtesy of Route Scout

Mary’s Nipple and Peak 9943 are perfect if you’ve ever wanted to climb a peak in the Tetons, but didn’t want to go more than a few miles. The top of the Dreamcatcher Lift at Grand Targhee provides access to a trail that brings you to Mary’s Saddle, where you have the option to climb both peaks from there. The trailhead can be accessed by either taking the Dreamcatcher Lift up, or by hiking up the Bannock Trail. Continue reading “Mary’s Nipple and Peak 9943”