GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK — As the summer kicks into gear, and park visitation numbers swell to Grand Teton National Park (GTNP), so does the importance of following park regulations.
Approaching wildlife, letting dogs run off leash and leaving food unattended are all no-gos. Visitors should familiarize themselves with park regulations and best practices for recreating safely and responsibly in the national park.
Taking a few minutes to know the rules can help everyone have a safer, better experience in the park.
Things to keep in mind while in GTNP this summer
- Pets must stay on a leash (6-feet long or less) and be within 30 feet of a roadway at all times. They are not allowed in visitor centers, on hiking trails or on multi-use pathways. Clean up after pups when they relieve themselves!
- Leave what you find. Don’t take wildflowers, rocks, antlers, or archeological artifacts from the park. If collecting edibles (fruits, berries, mushrooms and nuts) the allowable limit is one quart per species per person per day.
- Wyoming state firearm regulations apply. Notice is posted in buildings where carrying firearms is prohibited, and they cannot be discharged in the national park except during legal hunting seasons by permitted individuals.
- Stay on trails. With millions of people visiting GTNP every year, staying on trails helps prevent erosion and protects fragile vegetation.
- Fireworks are always prohibited. The pyrotechnics should stay at home, but campfires are allowed at designated campgrounds that have metal fire grates, unless fire restrictions are in effect.
Learn more about wildlife closures and park regulations in GTNP at the National Park Service website.
