GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK — Buckrail photographer Nick Sulzer went on an adventure in Grand Teton National Park recently to see what he could spy.

Along with some bears peeping through tree branches, he also caught a glimpse of String Lake starting to form a thin layer of ice. The park’s most popular beach destination during summertime, String Lake gave way last week to a scene of clouds, a dusting of snow and moody mountain reflections.

Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

As a relatively shallow lake, String is one of the warmest lakes in the park during the summer, which makes it a great stopping place on a hot day. However, in October, the shores are quiet and serene.

Monica is a Staff Reporter who studied journalism at Syracuse University and has been in the valley since 2015. She loves writing about the local food and bev scene, especially craft beer. When she’s not on the clock, you can find her paddle boarding, sewing, or whipping up a new recipe at home.