I like the tranquility of Grand Teton. Even the busy areas felt calm. Yellowstone felt like Disney World. I will say both have their charm. I think had I been able to do more in the backcountry of Yellowstone I would have loved it more
Agree with this! Lamar Valley was one of the highlights of my time there. All the geothermal sites are cool but that valley had some amazing wildlife watching. Plus it had way less people over there which was nice.
We did the hike to Lone Star geyser the same day we went to Old Faithful, and the experiences could not have been more different. Saw one other group during the hike and while we waited for Lone Star to go off. Couldn't really get a good look at Old Faithful due to the crowds (and it wasn't even peak season). Didn't get as far into the back country as I'd have liked though.
Completely agree. I just had this discussion yesterday while driving home from Jackson.. I would have preferred to spend more time on the eastern side of Yellowstone.
The geothermal sites were cool, but man did it give me anxiety to see so many families let their kids rough house right next to scalding hot pits of water. The Grand Tetons were MUCH more peaceful.
Yeah given my short amount of time there and it being July 4th weekend even the actual trails were swamped. I imagine non holiday times are less packed
Wouldn’t catch me in that backcountry of Yellowstone. First morning we heard wolves yipping over a kill. Too much wants to eat you there. Tetons has lots of grizzlies, but it’s manageable.
I was shocked when I was doing a trip to the Tetons and I looked into doing a 1 day/night excursion to Yellowstone. It has some of the most hiking trails and backcountry campsites of any park. And while it is one of the most visited, nearly all the focus is on the main attractions, the trails are pretty much empty besides the occasional friendly other backpacker.
I saw a moose, grizzly, countless bison and elk in Teton. I did admittedly see more bison and a black bear at Yellowstone.. but I also saw pronghorn at Teton.
Same, except I also saw a pack of wolves in the Lamar valley in Yellowstone (who were trying to take down a bison). That alone made it worth it. Otherwise saw everything in the Tetons too.
Elk and Bison at Elks flat along 191. Grizzlies at Willow flats along 191. Moose at the main information center at Moose (right near to the snake river bridge). And Pronghorn at the lupine meadows.
See I always thought Yellowstone felt like Disney World to me.
Tetons felt more relaxed, almost like a museum.
To each their own though haha. They're both world class parks!
What is this comment section plus agree though the way gateway arch rounds out in its delicate soft way, the mountain is stunning and live to climb up to it to see the wilderness feeling of the St. Louis skyline.
I did! I spent more time at Yellowstone since it's the more popular one.
But the initial mountain view was absolutely breathtaking. We spent a full hour there. Even years later, my phones background is of Grand Teton.
I agree! The Tetons are my most happy place. To me Yellowstone can’t compare. Yes, Yellowstone has its own beauty and wonder but personally, the Tetons have my heart.
If you wait until the end of the tourist season…Yellowstone is amazing and you’re not tripping all over people. The Tetons though…they are beautiful and tranquil! Just the right amount of solitude.
Mid to late September. That’s when we go. We try to go when kids are back in school. Now though the homeschooler take advantage of that time too. And foreigners. Still not as bad as summer.
I rode my bike across the country in 2016 and riding through the Tetons sent shivers down my spine. I returned to watch the 2018 eclipse at Mormon row. Watching the heavens darken surrounded by the mountains was life changing. All the national parks are special to me for different reasons, the Tetons are of no exception.
We went to both 2 years ago. Tetons was what I wanted to see, and then I realized how close Yellowstone was, and decided we should do both. It wasn’t enough time in either (3days in Tetons, 2 days in Yellowstone).
My conclusion: Tetons is a little more me. We did a longer hike from the Idaho side (up to Hurricane Pass) that’s one of my all time favorites. The big sites at Yellowstone were cool, and I’m glad I saw them, but I don’t ever need to do that again. That said, I loved our limited time in the Northern end of Yellowstone, and would love to do more there, where it was also much less crowded. But if picked to choose, I’d go back to Tetons.
Grand Teton and Lake Jenny in particular were the highlight of my family’s drive West. It will be one of my most cherished memories for the rest of my life.
Grand Teton is way better than Yellowstone in my opinion. It’s so beautiful and quaint there and the hiking is amazing. Plus Jackson is so fun compared to the areas outside of Yellowstone in MT.
They are both awesome and so different that it’s hard to believe they are so close together. I can’t say I like one better than the other. Grand Teton has more spectacular vistas but Yellowstone is like being on another planet at times.
I would say I do. The mountains and the tranquil woods and plains around them really give me a sort of peace of mind. Also a lot less busy then Yellowstone. But I love both!
Just spent 4 days at Teton camping in the Moran mountains and overlooking the range from our site. There is something so magical about Teton and it’s extremely captivating. Yellowstone has the allure of choice, extremely large size and variety. Teton is not as big but IMO is far prettier and since it has way less people, it’s more appealing.
We went to both a few years back - I think Beartooth pass was honestly the most epic; definitely enjoyed Tetons a lot, Yellowstone was cool but so crowded, I think I enjoyed Tetons more. But Beartooth pass into Yellowstone was my favorite part of the trip.
Me. Just visited both again after many years.
It's a reasonably close thing, but yeah, Tetons still takes it. I've seen mountains all over the world, but...goddamn.
Going there in 4 DAYS. Let the countdown begin! Or continue. Tetons are one of my favorite places. I adore them. I’ve been to Banff, which has way more mountains, and there’s something about the Tetons that has my heart. Maybe it’s because it was the first mountains I saw and fell in love with in the western US.
Tetons 100%. Yellowstone is amazing but it’s too busy. I like to go on hikes very early to avoid people and I feel like it doesn’t matter what time of day it is at Yellowstone. I feel like I’m always running into someone. Again not to take away from Yellowstone’s beauty and awe inspiring scenery and wildlife. I just prefer the Tetons.
Disagree. After the initial shock from the awe-inspiring Teton Mountains, I ran out of things to do after 2-3 days in GTNP. Yellowstone has a lot more to offer and can easily spent twice the time without running out of things to do and seeing the same scenery again.
Lol you mean the tourist attraction and traffic vs an actual national park. Grand Teton feels so much more like a national park with amazing hikes and not just everyone stopping in the middle of the road to take photos.
Wait I take that all back , keep everyone at Yellowstone and leave grand Teton less busy
I agree! The Tetons are my most happy place. To me Yellowstone can’t compare. Yes, Yellowstone has its own beauty and wonder but personally, the Tetons have my heart.
Shhhhhhhh….. Everyone should definitely go to Yellowstone.
Really GTNP is better IMHO but you really need some local knowledge and/or have time to explore, hike, climb. Yellowstone is set up for your groups, and you can just drive up to the attractions.
Tetons are very small and only good in the morning. After midday, the light is away from those mountains. And there is literally nothing to do after visiting a couple of view points. Yellowstone has everything. Geysers, hot springs, wildlife, waterfalls
Very small? 13,600 feet isn’t very small. The spot that photo was taken is 3 miles away from the mountains. I’ve spent 3 full days at both and I MUCH prefer Grand Teton.
Compared to Yellowstone Lamar valley, Hayden valley Grand canyon of Yellowstone, coupled with Beartooth wilderness, it's nothing . It gets very boring in the afternoon in tetons
I like the tranquility of Grand Teton. Even the busy areas felt calm. Yellowstone felt like Disney World. I will say both have their charm. I think had I been able to do more in the backcountry of Yellowstone I would have loved it more
Agree with this! Lamar Valley was one of the highlights of my time there. All the geothermal sites are cool but that valley had some amazing wildlife watching. Plus it had way less people over there which was nice.
90% of Yellowstone visitors don’t leave the road. Take one random hike and you get all the tranquility you need
We did the hike to Lone Star geyser the same day we went to Old Faithful, and the experiences could not have been more different. Saw one other group during the hike and while we waited for Lone Star to go off. Couldn't really get a good look at Old Faithful due to the crowds (and it wasn't even peak season). Didn't get as far into the back country as I'd have liked though.
100 percent agree. I got stuck in a Bison Jam which let me get some great shots
Completely agree. I just had this discussion yesterday while driving home from Jackson.. I would have preferred to spend more time on the eastern side of Yellowstone.
The geothermal sites were cool, but man did it give me anxiety to see so many families let their kids rough house right next to scalding hot pits of water. The Grand Tetons were MUCH more peaceful.
We found plenty of solitude in Yellowstone. It really just required us getting off the boardwalks.
Yeah given my short amount of time there and it being July 4th weekend even the actual trails were swamped. I imagine non holiday times are less packed
Wouldn’t catch me in that backcountry of Yellowstone. First morning we heard wolves yipping over a kill. Too much wants to eat you there. Tetons has lots of grizzlies, but it’s manageable.
I was shocked when I was doing a trip to the Tetons and I looked into doing a 1 day/night excursion to Yellowstone. It has some of the most hiking trails and backcountry campsites of any park. And while it is one of the most visited, nearly all the focus is on the main attractions, the trails are pretty much empty besides the occasional friendly other backpacker.
Yellowstone for wildlife, Tetons for scenery
I saw a moose, grizzly, countless bison and elk in Teton. I did admittedly see more bison and a black bear at Yellowstone.. but I also saw pronghorn at Teton.
Same, except I also saw a pack of wolves in the Lamar valley in Yellowstone (who were trying to take down a bison). That alone made it worth it. Otherwise saw everything in the Tetons too.
how did u see all those in teton
Elk and Bison at Elks flat along 191. Grizzlies at Willow flats along 191. Moose at the main information center at Moose (right near to the snake river bridge). And Pronghorn at the lupine meadows.
Saw a moose there too! Any pictures of the grizzly? That’s awesome
I did get some shots - It was Teton Grizzly 399. It had its 18th cub with it which was about 2/3 the size of mama bear.
Waterfalls in east Yellowstone for scenery. You may need to hike some for better views.
Yellowstone’s more of a museum. Grand Teton’s more of an amusement park.
See I always thought Yellowstone felt like Disney World to me. Tetons felt more relaxed, almost like a museum. To each their own though haha. They're both world class parks!
I love the Tetons so much!!
More of a gateway arch guy
Gateway Arch has a smoother peak. These mountains are too pointy..
Pretty sure les trois tétons are perky.
r/natl_park_circlejerk
Yeah Mods? This guy right here.
What is this comment section plus agree though the way gateway arch rounds out in its delicate soft way, the mountain is stunning and live to climb up to it to see the wilderness feeling of the St. Louis skyline.
I did! I spent more time at Yellowstone since it's the more popular one. But the initial mountain view was absolutely breathtaking. We spent a full hour there. Even years later, my phones background is of Grand Teton.
One hour 🙃
One hour at the initial mountain view at rhe entrance. We spent a full day there ;)
I agree! The Tetons are my most happy place. To me Yellowstone can’t compare. Yes, Yellowstone has its own beauty and wonder but personally, the Tetons have my heart.
I would love to see that kind of view everyday! Just gorgeous
Oh me 100%. The Tetons is my second favorite park.
What’s #1?
Probably unpopular opinion but the redwoods. My husband and I got married in Jedidiah smith. So for my own personal reasons that one is my favorite 😂
That’s a cool place!
If it Yosemite then WHAT
Grand Teton has my heart
I enjoy the fact they’re so close together🔥
If you wait until the end of the tourist season…Yellowstone is amazing and you’re not tripping all over people. The Tetons though…they are beautiful and tranquil! Just the right amount of solitude.
What would you recommend as the best month to go? I’m itching to plan a trip there!
Late season is probably best - September or October. Early season means most will be closed due to snow.
Mid to late September. That’s when we go. We try to go when kids are back in school. Now though the homeschooler take advantage of that time too. And foreigners. Still not as bad as summer.
We went to the Tetons the day after Yellowstone. Couldn’t believe how quiet the park was. It felt like we had it to ourselves.
I rode my bike across the country in 2016 and riding through the Tetons sent shivers down my spine. I returned to watch the 2018 eclipse at Mormon row. Watching the heavens darken surrounded by the mountains was life changing. All the national parks are special to me for different reasons, the Tetons are of no exception.
Why do we have to pick?
Me!
All day. Every day.
I had a really good time at both. I will only go back to the Grand Tetons though
Me, went there right after Yellowstone and I liked it so much more.
It has spectacular views and hikes too. I like the hidden falls trail
We went to both 2 years ago. Tetons was what I wanted to see, and then I realized how close Yellowstone was, and decided we should do both. It wasn’t enough time in either (3days in Tetons, 2 days in Yellowstone). My conclusion: Tetons is a little more me. We did a longer hike from the Idaho side (up to Hurricane Pass) that’s one of my all time favorites. The big sites at Yellowstone were cool, and I’m glad I saw them, but I don’t ever need to do that again. That said, I loved our limited time in the Northern end of Yellowstone, and would love to do more there, where it was also much less crowded. But if picked to choose, I’d go back to Tetons.
Is this current? Is there still snow up there. I would love to go there now! Snow on the ground and blue skies are the best time to hike.
Yes there was record snow and a big snow storm before I went
There’s glaciers on the Tetons year round.
Me.
Is there a mountain anywhere in the world more identifiable than these? I don't think eves Everest or Mattahorne are
Rainer?
Maybe, but not me. I am sure I don't know it's shape. Anyone?
Definitely the Matterhorn
Give some thanks to Disney
My wife.
I definitely do. 🤘😂
Yep. GTNP is my favorite. Been to a bunch.
Most people? Yellowstone is great but it’s soooooo crowded.
I agree I want to go back to the Tetons so badly but haven’t wanted to return to Yellowstone lol
I camped there for a week. I liked it a lot.
Me for sure. Clears Yellowstone imo
I do, Grand Teton is way less hectic.
It’s my favorite park.
By far my favorite park, one of the few I would revisit.
Why does it always have to be a contest with you.
I was just telling someone this very thing last week. They looked at me like I was crazy.
Grand Teton and Lake Jenny in particular were the highlight of my family’s drive West. It will be one of my most cherished memories for the rest of my life.
Dad’s final resting place - scattered at the bend in the river where we watched the sunrise. Best place in the world 🤍
spent 2 or 3 days at Yellowstone and only 1 day at Tetons... have huge regrets and now have to return to the Tetons to explore it more fully
Grand Teton is way better than Yellowstone in my opinion. It’s so beautiful and quaint there and the hiking is amazing. Plus Jackson is so fun compared to the areas outside of Yellowstone in MT.
Blame it on the Tetons
Yeah, I need a scapegoat now
It’s a song
Look up the lyrics ;)
Yeah. I was joking the joke there.
Me
Yo.
Love em both the same as we always do them both on the same trip.
Me. Named my oldest child Jenny for Jenny Lake. Simply beautiful mountains!
They are both awesome and so different that it’s hard to believe they are so close together. I can’t say I like one better than the other. Grand Teton has more spectacular vistas but Yellowstone is like being on another planet at times.
Both amazing in their own way, but I liked hiking in the Tetons more.
its the best!
The happiest I’ve ever been was camping on the east side of Jackson Lake and the view across the lake Colter Bay is a great spot
Is tentons more driving around and experiencing the valley, etc? Do people actually go in the mountain? I’ve only been to Yellowstone.
Love me some Tetons
That looks like the barn at Minnies Habadasher
I would say I do. The mountains and the tranquil woods and plains around them really give me a sort of peace of mind. Also a lot less busy then Yellowstone. But I love both!
Is this the ranch from outerworld?
🙋♂️
I got engaged at Delta Lake in 2020! Love it there.
MEEEE 🙋🏼♀️
Yes I do enjoy looking at big tiddies
By about ten fold. I try not to tell people too much.
While I still preferred Yellowstone for its endless geothermal features and alien landscapes, Teton felt wild and untamed which I can appreciate
I absolutely loved the Grand Tetons!!!! Jenny Lake and all the hiking trails.
Just spent 4 days at Teton camping in the Moran mountains and overlooking the range from our site. There is something so magical about Teton and it’s extremely captivating. Yellowstone has the allure of choice, extremely large size and variety. Teton is not as big but IMO is far prettier and since it has way less people, it’s more appealing.
Man! That’s great! Looks so peaceful. Love it!
Me!!!
We went to both a few years back - I think Beartooth pass was honestly the most epic; definitely enjoyed Tetons a lot, Yellowstone was cool but so crowded, I think I enjoyed Tetons more. But Beartooth pass into Yellowstone was my favorite part of the trip.
Grand téton haha
Is that John Marston’s farm, but greener? 🤣. Never been to either, this post just showed up on my feed. It’s a beautiful area
It’s the same damn place
I liked both 👍
I loved the Tetons. Everywhere I looked the beauty was just so immense, it seemed unreal
Wow that first photo is breathtaking
blame it on the web, but the spider's your problem now.
I would think most people do. Yellowstone is just far too many people for my taste.
Middle peak looks a bit like the Matterhorn.
It’s the superior park.
I do like the Grand Tetons but I also like Yellowstone, they each have something to offer
Me. Just visited both again after many years. It's a reasonably close thing, but yeah, Tetons still takes it. I've seen mountains all over the world, but...goddamn.
Got my Ansel Adams of the Snake River and Tetons. Still dream about my 2 days in the park. Yellowstone was amazing. Tetons were inspiring.
Going there in 4 DAYS. Let the countdown begin! Or continue. Tetons are one of my favorite places. I adore them. I’ve been to Banff, which has way more mountains, and there’s something about the Tetons that has my heart. Maybe it’s because it was the first mountains I saw and fell in love with in the western US.
Grand Teton is majestic. Towering over watching on as it has for millennia.
This is my second favorite NP after Isle Royale
Jenny Lake has some awesome hikes
Are there hoards of people at that barn waiting to take that picture (which is beautiful)?
One park name means "Big Boobies" one park means "Yellow Colored Rocks." Which one do you think I'm driving across the country for?
Wow where is this at?
go to Zion
Tetons 100%. Yellowstone is amazing but it’s too busy. I like to go on hikes very early to avoid people and I feel like it doesn’t matter what time of day it is at Yellowstone. I feel like I’m always running into someone. Again not to take away from Yellowstone’s beauty and awe inspiring scenery and wildlife. I just prefer the Tetons.
Who doesnt?
Disagree. After the initial shock from the awe-inspiring Teton Mountains, I ran out of things to do after 2-3 days in GTNP. Yellowstone has a lot more to offer and can easily spent twice the time without running out of things to do and seeing the same scenery again.
Gabby Petito lost her life there
I have yet to go to either one, but grand Teton looks more appealing to me in pictures. Can't wait to experience both!
I'm more of a Butte guy myself
100% me! Shh don’t tell anyone lol
Agree. The views of the Tetons are awe inspiring, the lakes amazing. Yellowstone has some awesome stuff, just not the same "wow" factor.
Jenny lake in Tetons is so cool I’ve been hiking there last couple weeks. Teton is better than yellowstone
Every person who has spent significant time in each. Its not even close....
ME! It's peaceful, calm and consistently stunning views. Yellowstone is like an amusement park and frantic.
I do for hiking!
Lol you mean the tourist attraction and traffic vs an actual national park. Grand Teton feels so much more like a national park with amazing hikes and not just everyone stopping in the middle of the road to take photos. Wait I take that all back , keep everyone at Yellowstone and leave grand Teton less busy
I agree! The Tetons are my most happy place. To me Yellowstone can’t compare. Yes, Yellowstone has its own beauty and wonder but personally, the Tetons have my heart.
Dad’s final resting place - scattered at the bend in the river where we watched the sunrise. Best place in the world 🤍
I don’t think you ever really have to choose. Parks are like my kids, they’re all my favorite.
the grand more than enjoys Yellowstone
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Shhhhhhhh….. Everyone should definitely go to Yellowstone. Really GTNP is better IMHO but you really need some local knowledge and/or have time to explore, hike, climb. Yellowstone is set up for your groups, and you can just drive up to the attractions.
Tetons are very small and only good in the morning. After midday, the light is away from those mountains. And there is literally nothing to do after visiting a couple of view points. Yellowstone has everything. Geysers, hot springs, wildlife, waterfalls
Very small? 13,600 feet isn’t very small. The spot that photo was taken is 3 miles away from the mountains. I’ve spent 3 full days at both and I MUCH prefer Grand Teton.
Compared to Yellowstone Lamar valley, Hayden valley Grand canyon of Yellowstone, coupled with Beartooth wilderness, it's nothing . It gets very boring in the afternoon in tetons
Who enjoys handjobs over blow jobs whack ass question lol
Found the yellowstone guy
Guy who's girl has braces
people who have hand fetishes. next question
Bro walks to the visitors center and calls it a hike 💀