Moose, Wyoming Attractions

Moose, Wyoming Attractions
Moose is an unincorporated area of West Central Wyoming's Teton County, and is known for its plethora of outdoor activities. Take a guided fishing trip through more than 100 miles of Snake River, Jackson Lake and the Palisades Reservoir, or have an expert climber teach you rappelling and other skills needed during a guided climb of the Grand Teton Mountain. In terms of attractions, there is fishing, skiing, hunting and more in Moose, Wyoming.

Grand Teton National Park

Grand Teton National Park boasts the Teton Mountains and waterfalls scattered around six different areas of the park. There are numerous waterways, including Snake River and Swan Lake. The park is ideal for hiking, with its 200 miles of hiking trails, and is popular with climbers. Additional activities include biking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing. You can opt to camp in the park or stay in a nearby hotel.

Grand Teton National Park
P.O. Drawer 170
Moose, WY 83012-0170
(307) 739-3300
nps.gov/grte/index.htm

Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone National Park is filled with natural beauty and is home to a variety of wildlife, such as bison, bears, elk and wolves. Because Yellowstone is large enough to occupy space in Wyoming, Montana and Idaho, it would take a very long time to see everything the park has to offer. Recreational opportunities include hiking, camping, cycling, boating, fishing, skiing, horseback riding and llama packing. Yellowstone has about 60 percent of the world's geysers, including one of the most famous, Old Faithful. Yellowstone Lake is 20 miles long, 14 miles wide and 7,700 feet above sea level. It is an ideal place to enjoy water recreation.

Yellowstone National Park
P.O. Box 168
Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190-0168
(307) 344-7381
nps.gov/yell/index.htm

Lost Creek Ranch

Lost Creek Ranch is near Moose in Jackson Hole. It combines the comfort and relaxation of a spa with the thrills and excitement of a great outdoor adventure. Ride horseback, go fly fishing, go golfing or climb mountains. You can also take a float trip along the Snake River, where you may see elk and moose drinking water from the river. You might also encounter black bears and otters nearby and eagles flying overhead.

Lost Creek Ranch
1 Old Ranch Rd.
Moose Wyoming 83012
(307) 733-3435
lostcreek.com

Article Written By Serena Brown

Serena Brown is a graduate of the University of South Alabama with a bachelor's degree in communication. She has more than 17 years experience and has written for the MS Press newspaper and a variety of private clients.

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