# 23 Summer Yellowstone trip

###### tags: `travel`

## Itinerary
**Day 1: 6/17 - Salt Lake City, UT**
- Arrival in Salt Lake City
- Stay at Tru by Hilton Salt Lake City Airport

**Day 2: 6/18 - Travel to Grand Teton National Park**
- Depart Salt Lake City early, drive to Grand Teton National Park (~5 hours)
- Stop at Jackson for lunch, visit the National Museum of Wildlife Art if time allows
- Arrive at Hatchet Resort in Moran, WY, for check-in
- Time permitting, visit the nearby Jenny Lake area

**Day 3: 6/19 - Grand Teton National Park**
- Full day exploration of Grand Teton
- Visit Jenny Lake, Inspiration Point, and Hidden Falls
- Afternoon drive up Signal Mountain
- Evening photography at Mormon Row
- Overnight at Hatchet Resort

**Day 4: 6/20 - Travel to Yellowstone National Park**
- Check out from Hatchet Resort
- Drive through John D. Rockefeller Jr. Memorial Parkway to Yellowstone
- Explore West Thumb Geyser Basin
- Arrive at Kelly Inn West Yellowstone for check-in
- Visit Old Faithful in the evening

**Day 5: 6/21 - Yellowstone National Park**
- Morning visit to the Grand Prismatic Spring
- Explore the Norris Geyser Basin
- Overnight at Kelly Inn West Yellowstone

**Day 6: 6/22 - Yellowstone National Park**
- Head to Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces
- Afternoon wildlife spotting at Lamar Valley
- Overnight at Kelly Inn West Yellowstone

**Day 7: 6/23 - Yellowstone National Park**
- Morning hike up Mount Washburn
- Explore the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
- Overnight at Kelly Inn West Yellowstone

**Day 8: 6/24 - Return to Salt Lake City**
- Check out from Kelly Inn West Yellowstone
- Drive back to Salt Lake City (~5 hours)
- Depart from Salt Lake City Airport

## Packing List

Absolutely, here's your updated packing list with some fun emojis:

**Clothing 👚:**
1. Layered clothing (base layers, mid-layers, a waterproof/windproof outer layer) 🧥
2. Underwear and socks (moisture-wicking fabrics would be best) 🩲🧦
3. Comfortable walking/hiking shoes 👟
4. Sandals for use around the hotel or at the pool 🩴
5. Swimwear (if you plan on swimming) 👙
6. Gloves and beanie (temperatures can drop even in summer) 🧤🧣
7. Pajamas 🥼
8. Sun hat or cap 🧢

**Gear 🎒:**
1. Day backpack 🎒
2. Hiking poles (if preferred) 🥾
3. Water bottles or hydration bladder 🧴
4. Binoculars for wildlife viewing 🦌🔭
5. Camera gear (don't forget extra batteries and memory cards) 📷
6. Portable phone charger 🔋

**Personal Items 📝:**
1. ID, credit cards, and cash 💳💵
2. Health insurance card 🏥
3. Hotel booking confirmations 🏨
4. Travel itinerary 🗺️
5. Maps or travel guides 📚
6. Prescription medications 💊
7. Glasses/contacts (if needed) 👓

**Toiletries 🧴:**
1. Travel-sized toiletries (shampoo, body wash, etc.) 🧴
2. Toothbrush, toothpaste 🪥
3. Deodorant 💦
4. Sunscreen ☀️
5. Lip balm with SPF 💄
6. Personal hygiene items 🧻
7. Travel towel (quick-dry) 🏞️

**Outdoor Essentials 🌲:**
1. Sunscreen ☀️
2. Insect repellent 🦟
3. First-aid kit 🩹
4. Snacks for hiking 🥜
5. Bear spray (if planning on backcountry hikes) 🐻

**Travel Documents 📄:**
1. Driver's license or other valid ID 🚗
2. Airline tickets ✈️
3. Car rental documents 🚙
4. National park passes 🏞️

Remember to adjust your packing list based on the weather forecast and your personal needs. Enjoy your trip! 🚀

## Where to eat?

**In Jackson, Wyoming (near Grand Teton)**:

1. **Snake River Grill**: Known for its upscale Western cuisine, Snake River Grill serves dishes like elk tenderloin and trout.

2. **Local Restaurant & Bar**: As its name suggests, Local is a great place to try local Wyoming ingredients. They have an extensive selection of steaks, including ones from locally raised beef and bison.

**In West Yellowstone, Montana**:

1. **Wild West Pizzeria & Saloon**: Besides pizza, they also offer a range of dishes including local favorites.

2. **Madison Crossing Lounge**: They have a variety of dishes on their menu with locally sourced ingredients when possible.

## What to order?

**Jackson, Wyoming (near Grand Teton)**:

- **Game Meat**: In Wyoming, you'll often find dishes made from elk, bison, and other game. Consider trying a bison burger or elk steak for a taste of local flavors.
- **Trout**: Fresh trout is a staple in Wyoming, particularly rainbow and cutthroat trout. You'll often find it grilled or pan-fried.

**West Yellowstone, Montana**:

- **Huckleberries**: Montana is famous for its huckleberries, which are used in a variety of dishes. Be sure to try some huckleberry pie or huckleberry ice cream.
- **Montana Beef**: Montana is cattle country, and that means steaks, burgers, and hearty meat dishes are a fixture on local menus.