Grand Teton National Park

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Grand Teton National Park is a United States National Park located in western Wyoming, south of Yellowstone National Park. It is named after Grand Teton, which at 13,770 feet (4197 m), is the tallest mountain in the Teton Range.

Related Topics:
United States National Park - Wyoming - Yellowstone National Park - Grand Teton - Teton Range

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The mountains were named by a French trapper who viewed them from the Idaho side of the range and called them tetons which is the french word for breasts obviously referring to the shape of the peaks. It was established as a national park on February 26, 1929. The park covers 484 mi² (1,255 km²) of land and water.

Related Topics:
February 26 - 1929 - 1,255 km²

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There are nearly 200 miles (300 km) of trails for hikers to enjoy in Grand Teton National Park.

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