Teton National Forest

Teton National Forest is also known as Bridger-Teton National Forest in Cody, Wyoming. The forest covers over 3 million acres of land near Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. Gros Ventre, Salt River, Teton, Wild River, and Wyoming ranges run through the national forest. There are a number of glaciers which formed during the last ice age and they can be seen from aerial tours and the distance. Gannett Peak which is also part of Shoshone National Forest is the tallest peak with a glacier still remaining.

Visitors to the national forest partake in white water rafting, hunting, fishing, and other outdoor recreation. In fact, during the winter Nordic skiing is very popular. The forest can be seen via hiking or horseback; however, there are no road ways in the 3 million acres. There are trail heads and parking lots nearby the borders for those who wish to traverse the wilderness. As part of the national forest there are also 1,300 lakes and more than 500 miles of hiking trails. The Teton Wilderness Preserve is found in the northern section of the park and extends for a half million in acreage. Snow can usually be seen at this location through the middle of July because of its higher elevation.