Tetons and Yellowstone Photos
Posted by PeterD on September 27th, 2014 in '14 - Grand Tetons/Yellowstone, US

For something like the Grand Tetons and Yellowstone, it’s really hard to find words which adequately describe and do justice to the raw beautiy of the area (and no, i’m not a writer or poet).

It’s just easier to present what we saw in the parks through pictures. Checkout our slide show from our trip to the Grand Tetons and Yellowstone National National Parks in Wyoming during September, 2014.

The Teton Range

For more details, read the blogs of our trip:

Yellowstone
Grand Tetons

In all, nearly 60 miles of hiking with an elevation change of nearly 14,000 ft, and some stunning scenery. Enjoy the photos!

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