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As part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, Bridger-Teton is also part of the largest intact ecosystem in the lower 48 states, and it has largely escaped the damaging effects of human activity. Even though it covers over three million acres, the forest incorporates thousands of miles of trails and roads, making it quite accessible to just about everyone. The park features five mountain ranges, and seven of the 10 largest glaciers in the country. Wyoming's highest mountain is here as well, the13,804-foot tall Gannett Peak. Campgrounds are scattered throughout, including several backcountry sites that offer solitude and serenity even during the peak tourist season.
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When you were a kid, you probably got a big thrill out of being the first one to tramp through freshly fallen snow. There's just something about that expanse of pure, unblemished whitenes that makes you want to mess it all up! Of course, it can be hard these days to find virgin snow, but Goosewing can get you there. Your options include simple one-day trips right up to six-day grand tours, and Goosewing takes care of all the details. All you have to do is show up with your cold-weather duds and a sense of adventure! Snowshoes and skis are available too. Day tours leave between 6am and 8am; return times vary. Reservations are required.
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Located just off the beaten path at the end of Granite Creek Road, this little slice of heaven was constructed in 1933. The Granite Hot Springs consists of a pool about 50 feet in diameter and around six or seven feet deep with a deck around it. The springs can reach temperatures of over 100 degrees in the winter, but simmer to a cool 95 degrees in the summer, due to melting snow. Towering some 10,808 feet above is Pinnacle Peak. There are also several picnic areas around the hot springs and along the creek.
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Listen up, jaded skiers and bored boarders! If you've been there, done that, and you need an adrenaline fix fast, HMH has just the ticket. They'll take you to the most remote, most extreme, and least disturbed runs, with fresh powder as far as the eye can see. Each trip consists of six runs (about 12,000-15,000 vertical feet) and includes lunch. Powder skis are available for rent, and extra runs may be available ($70/person), weather permitting. Reservations are required.
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Hosted by veteran Iditarod musher, Frank Teasley, these dog sled tours are a fun and unique way to get out in the snow. If you choose the full-day trip, you'll mush all the way to Granite Creek Canyon, where you'll be able to take a dip in Granite Hot Springs. A hearty lunch is offered, too, consisting of grilled trout or steak and hot soup. Half-day trips run the same trail, traveling halfway to the springs, with a light lunch of soup and hot beverages. They'll pick you up in Jackson first thing in the morning, and drop you off again at the end of the day, for a trouble-free adventure in the wilderness. The season runs approximately from late November through late March or early April.
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To truly appreciate the beauty and scope of Yellowstone National Park, you need to get off the beaten path, and a snowmobile tour is one fantastic way to do just that. Various trips inside and around the park are offered, but all will get you close to nature and away from the crowds. Breakfast and lunch, plus transportation to and from all area hotels and resorts, are provided. Multi-day tours are also available. Reservations are required.
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During the summer, one of the best ways to get up close and personal with the stunning scenery in the Jackson area is via a relaxed horseback trip. Guided trail rides are available in Grand Teton National Park and Bridger-Teton National Forest, and you can go for an hour or two, a half day or even for the whole day. And don't worry if you've never ridden a horse before – lessons are available for novices.
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Formed by a melting glacier, Jackson Lake was enlarged by a manmade dam and is now over 400 feet deep. The original dam collapsed and flooded the surrounding area in 1910, but was rebuilt in 1911. Located between Signal Mountain Lodge and Jackson Lake Junction, the dam has nearby parking, so it's easy to walk across and catch some spectacular views. Fishing is permitted November through September, and boat rentals and cruises are both available from various concessionaires. There are several hiking trails in the vicinity as well.
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Sawmill Ponds
Moose-Wilson Rd, Grand Teton National Park, Moose, WY
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Originating from a spring-fed stream that has been dammed by beavers, these ponds are a wildlife haven. Popular with moose, elk, and deer, the ponds are also a haven of sorts for many birds and waterfowl. Birders, this is a great place to add to your life list! To reach the ponds from Jackson, take Rt. 22 towards Wilson. Cross over the Snake River, and turn right onto Moose-Wilson Road. This will take you to the Granite Canyon Entrance Station, and the ponds near the town of Moose.
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The Snake River offers some of the best fishing in this part of the country. Areas all along the river afford the angler prime opportunity to catch good-sized trout. Kayaking, canoeing, white water rafting, and guided fishing trips are available through several companies. At various points along the river you may see otter, beaver, and moose taking advantage of the abundant fish and plant life. To reach the Snake River from Jackson, take Rt 22 west to Moose-Wilson Road and turn right. For the most part, the river runs parallel to this road all the way to Moose Junction, and continues on through Grand Teton National Park.
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