Teton Wilderness
Teton Wilderness Area is located in Wyoming and covers over five hundred thousand acres of the state's biggest wilderness areas. It is deep inside the Greater Yellowstone Eco-System, straddling the mountainous Continental Divide and bordering other parks and wilderness areas. In fact, it is virtually untouched, but is famous for its recreation which draws in many visitors throughout the year.
The Teton Wilderness Area was designated in 1964, making it one of Wyoming's most untouched and biggest wilderness type areas. It borders Yellowstone National Park (north), the Washakie Wilderness (east), Grand Teton National Park (west), and the Gros Ventre Wilderness and Mt Leidy Highlands (south). Its five hundred and eighty-five thousand odd acres are filled with plenty to do and see.
The Teton Wilderness features timber covered ridges, grass covered slopes, sedge and willow filled meadows, sharp peaks and high level alpine type plateaus. Elevations range from seven thousand feet to over twelve thousand feet, with its highest point being Younts Peak at 12, 165 feet in height. In fact, the Snake and Yellowstone rivers' headwaters begin high in the wilderness' alpine meadows.
Teton Wilderness Area's virtually unspoilt, stunning and vast expanse is also ranked as one of the United States' most diverse wildlife locations. It is home to mink, otters, porcupines, bobcats, martens, beavers, coyotes, grizzly bears, bison, wolves, grouse, hawks, bald eagles, golden eagles, singing birds, falcons, geese, ducks, cranes and swans.
Recreation in the wilderness is for the hardened visitor. About four hundred and fifty miles of untamed trails beckon hikers, campers, mountaineers, climbers and backpackers, and its many rivers, lakes and streams offer great spots for fishing.
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