Tetons Mountains II is a photograph by Robert Bales which was uploaded on December 17th, 2011.
Tetons Mountains II
A view of the Tetons mountains and the Snake River
Grand Teton National Park is an almost pristine ecosystem and the same species of flora and... more
by Robert Bales
Title
Tetons Mountains II
Artist
Robert Bales
Medium
Photograph - Photo
Description
A view of the Tetons mountains and the Snake River
Grand Teton National Park is an almost pristine ecosystem and the same species of flora and fauna that have existed since prehistoric times can still be found there. More than 1000 species of vascular plants, dozens of species of mammals, 300 species of birds, more than a dozen fish species and a few species of reptiles and amphibians exist. Due to various changes in the ecosystem, some that are human-induced, efforts have been made to provide enhanced protection to some species of native fish and the increasingly threatened Whitebark Pine. Grand Teton National Park is a popular destination for mountaineering, hiking, fishing and other forms of recreation. There are more than 1000 drive-in campsites and over 200 miles (320 km) of hiking trails that provide access to backcountry camping areas. Noted for world-renowned trout fishing, the park is one of the few places to catch Snake River fine-spotted cutthroat trout. Grand Teton has several visitor centers that are managed by the National Park Service and concessionaire managed facilities which operate motels, lodges, gas stations and marinas.
Uploaded
December 17th, 2011
