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A River Changed
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Did you know that Jackson Lake Dam was built years before the lake became part of Grand Teton National Park? And that it is managed by the Bureau of Land Reclamation? Jackson Lake has existed at the base of the Tetons for thousands of years, but it was in 1906 that the lake was forever changed. A log crib dam was built, but shortly after failed. In 1916, an earthen dam—built by the Bureau of Land Reclamation—raised the lake by 39 feet. Eventually, the lake, dam, and the Snake River that feeds it became part of the park. The management remains a collaborative effort with water release flows affecting various agencies beyond park borders. Planning on exploring the river downstream? Travel the route of the Snake River by foot over the in-ground river sculpture beneath your feet. It provides an aerial view of the meandering and braided route of the river. Jackson Lake and the Snake River have been forever changed by the dam, but the connection people have with these iconic waterways remains.
Chapel of the Sacred Heart
~2 min drive
<p>The Chapel of the Sacred Heart is on Catholic Bay of Jackson Lake. The beautiful chapel was built in 1937 and is recognized by the Teton County Historic Preservation Board as being more than 50 years old. The Catholic Church owns the chapel and usually offers Sunday service…
Christian Pond Trailhead
~3 min drive
<p><b>Location</b> : Access the Christian Pond trail from the east edge of the parking lot next to the corrals at the Jackson Lake Lodge.<br /> <br /> <b>Notes</b> : There are minimal facilities and limited parking at this trailhead. Restrooms, water, and other facilities avai…
Cascade Canyon Turnout
~15 min drive
<p>Most visitors find it challenging to reach the alpine community in the park, but the view from Cascade Canyon turnout provides a glimpse. The canyon climbs through the forest community where many conifers thrive-lodgepole pine, Engelmann spruce, Douglas fir and subalpine fi…
Teton Crest Trail
~15 min drive
71 mi · Hard
Lunch Tree Hill
~2 min drive
<h3>Destination</h3> <p>Easy walk from Jackson Lake Lodge to the top of a hill overlooking Willow Flats. A great vantage point for views of the northern Teton Range. This hilltop is rumored to be the site where Horace Albright (Superintendent of Yellowstone NP) and John D. Roc…
Hermitage Point Trailhead
~7 min drive
<p><b>Location:</b> Access the Hermitage Point Trailhead from Colter Bay Village. Continue ten miles northwest on the main highway from Moran Junction, and turn southwest at the Colter Bay Junction. The trailhead is at the southeast end of the parking lot next to the marina, a…
Bailey Creek
~15 min drive
6.7 mi · Hard
Signal Mountain General Store
~3 min drive
<p>The General Store offers supplies and snacks for camping and outdoor activities. Pick up fishing supplies and bait, camping equipment and toiletries in addition to natural food choices, snacks, drinks and ice. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.signalmountainlodge.com/signal-…
Two Ocean Lake Picnic Area
~9 min drive
<p>Two Ocean Lake picnic area is next to the parking lot and trailhead. The facilities include a few tables, vault toilet, and trash recepticals. Conifer trees provide some shade and the lake is visible through them. Some visitors will carry their canoe or kayak through the sh…
Two Ocean Lake Trail
~9 min drive
6.3 mi · Hard
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The Virginian RV Park
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