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Most visitors reach this northwestern Wyoming park by flying directly into Jackson Hole Airport or driving 300 miles north from Salt Lake City. The Moose Entrance along Highway 89 provides direct southern access to the 13,770-foot peaks.
Moose Entrance, Highway 89, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
Drive 300 miles north from Salt Lake City International Airport. The five-hour route passes through rural towns and open farmland before entering the narrow Snake River Canyon. You will arrive at the park's southern Moose Entrance via Highway 89. Grand Teton operates as a cashless park, requiring a $35.00 electronic payment for a 7-day private vehicle pass. Migrating wildlife frequently cross these roads from dusk to dawn, creating severe collision risks. Obey the night speed limit, which drops to 45 mph on the main highway.
Jackson Hole Airport sits entirely within the national park boundaries. Passengers view the jagged peaks of the Teton Range immediately upon landing. On-site rental agencies provide vehicles directly at the terminal, while public shuttles transport visitors 13 miles to nearby Jackson. Commercial flights arrive daily, though schedules fluctuate heavily during the harsh winter months between November and April. If you fly, ship EPA-registered bear spray to a nearby Amazon Locker beforehand rather than renting it from local concessioners for trips longer than three days.
Alltrans operates a public summer shuttle from downtown Jackson to various trailheads and visitor centers within Grand Teton. The 13-mile ride takes 30 minutes. Pickups begin at 7:30 AM and run several times daily until 7:00 PM. Taking the bus bypasses the limited parking lots at popular sites like Jenny Lake, which typically fill by 10:00 AM. To reach the downtown departure points without paying for parking, ride the free START Bus Town Shuttle that circulates through Jackson every 30 minutes.
The START Bus Town Shuttle provides free transportation circulating throughout the town of Jackson. Buses run roughly every 30 minutes from early morning to late evening. This service connects visitors to local lodging, restaurants, and the Alltrans shuttle departure points. Riding the town shuttle allows you to save on fuel costs and avoid parking fees while exploring the area. Combine this free service with the paid park shuttles to navigate the region entirely without a personal vehicle.
Arrive at the Jenny Lake Visitor Center before 10:00 AM. Latecomers park up to 0.5 miles away along Teton Park Road. Major lots at Jenny Lake, Craig Thomas, and Colter Bay feature flat, paved surfaces and accessible restrooms, while the $14.00 Alltrans shuttle drops carless visitors at various park locations.
| From | Mode | Time | Cost | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) | Car | 5 hours | $35.00 | Route north through the Snake River Canyon and access the park via the southern Moose Entrance on Highway 89. |
| Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) | Plane | 0 minutes | Varies by airline | This commercial airport sits entirely within the park boundaries. Pick up a rental car from on-site agencies or catch a shuttle to nearby Jackson. |
| Downtown Jackson | Bus | 30 minutes | $14.00 | Ride the summer Alltrans public shuttle. Daily service starts at 7:30 AM and ends at 7:00 PM. |
| Yellowstone National Park | Car | 10 minutes | $35.00 | Drive directly south into Grand Teton. Expect heavy road closures from November through April due to winter conditions. |
Park at the Jenny Lake Visitor Center before 10:00 AM. The main lot fills entirely by mid-morning during the summer. Late arrivals must leave their vehicles up to 0.5 miles away along the shoulder of Teton Park Road.
Purchase EPA-registered bear spray before arriving instead of renting it from local outfitters. Buying canisters costs less for trips exceeding three days. Fliers can ship the spray directly to a nearby Amazon Locker.
Ride the free START Bus Town Shuttle to navigate downtown Jackson. The service runs every 30 minutes from early morning to late evening. Using the bus eliminates downtown parking fees before you drive the 13 miles into the park.
Reduce your speed to 45 mph on the main highway between dusk and dawn. Migrating elk cross the dark roads constantly, creating severe collision risks. The park strictly enforces this lower night speed limit.
Bring a physical card or digital wallet to pay the $35 vehicle fee. Grand Teton transitioned to a fully cashless system in May 2026. If you drive through an unstaffed gate at night, pay online or visit a permits desk the next day.
Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) sits entirely within the park boundaries. Visitors land with direct views of the Teton Range and can rent cars on-site or take a shuttle to Jackson. Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) offers an alternative 300 miles south.
The 300-mile drive takes five hours and routes north through the Snake River Canyon. Motorists enter the park through the Moose Entrance via Highway 89. Watch for migrating wildlife from dusk to dawn, when the night speed limit drops to 45 mph on the main highway.
A standard 7-day vehicle pass costs $35.00. Grand Teton operates as a cashless park, accepting only electronic payments at the gates. If you arrive when the entrance station is unstaffed, you must pay online or at a visitor center permits desk later.
Alltrans operates a $14.00 public shuttle from downtown Jackson to various park locations during the summer. Pickups begin at 7:30 AM and run several times daily until 7:00 PM. Inside the town of Jackson, the free START Bus Town Shuttle runs roughly every 30 minutes.
Park your car at the Jenny Lake Visitor Center before 10:00 AM. The lot fills completely by mid-morning during the summer season. Late arrivals end up parking up to 0.5 miles away along the shoulder of Teton Park Road.
Grand Teton does not require vehicle reservations or timed-entry permits. You can drive through the gates 24 hours a day, year-round. While entry requires no advance booking, all lodging and campgrounds inside the park must be reserved months ahead.
Harsh winter conditions from November through April force the closure of several park roads. Most visitor facilities and all campgrounds shut down completely during these months. The park stops charging entrance fees during this period.
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