Teton Scenic Byway

End of a Mountain Pass (ID) [1]

Set against the backdrop of the stunning Teton Mountains and passing through the Caribou-Targhee National Forest, the Teton Scenic Byway is one that you'll spend hours exploring. Discover National Parks, river rafting and acres of forest along the seventy miles of the byway.

As you start off the byway in Swan Valley, collect your gear to enjoy hours of boating, rafting, or inner tubing on the Snake River. For those who enjoy catching their meal, the south fork of the river offers ideal spots for fly-fishing. The Palisades Reservoir boasts twenty miles of water for water skiing , sailing and fishing. Trek along dusty pathways on horseback and experience high mountain views or hike on foot through dozens of canyons scattered throughout the area. Palisades Creek rewards you with clear mountain lakes and dazzling waterfalls at the end of the hike. Before continuing on your trip, snack on a square ice cream cone down by the docks.

Canola Fields at the Foot of the Idaho Tetons (ID) [2]

Turn back on to the byway and drive along the shaded roads of the Caribou-Targhee National Forest. The fertile valleys and extensive backcountry provide the perfect place to set up your camping gear and prepare for a day of mountain biking, rock climbing or simply hiking among leaf strewn paths. Escape from civilization for the day and backpack in the almost limitless space available. You can visit the forest any time of the year, but the fall foliage and spring wildflowers are especially spectacular.

The Majestic Grand Tetons [3]

Traveling north along the road, you'll pass through the Grand Teton National Park, where the jagged peaks and snow white spires of the Teton range dominate the region. While most of the Park is in Wyoming, the Idaho section provides plenty to discover with iridescent lakes surrounded by thick conifer forests. As you drift down the Snake River, the way is shaded by tall cottonwood and spruce pines.

Autumn Colors and the Tetons near Felt (ID) [4]

Leaving the Grand Teton area, you pass into the outer edges of Yellowstone National Park, the first in the nation and largest park in the lower 48 states. No matter what time of the year you visit the area, varied activity always awaits. Learn about the diverse flora and fauna of the area as you join a nature tour or backpack across the vast acreage of Yellowstone.

From the tumbling waters of the Snake River to the glacier-formed peaks of the Teton Range, the Teton Scenic Byway is dominated by natural beauty formed over a millennium ago. Whether you view it from the vantage point of a mountain-bred horse or from the comfort of your own car, the Teton Range offers much to do and see.