Tuesday – August 26,2014 41 degrees & low clouds at 6:00 AM
Jackson is a town in the Jackson Hole Valley of Teton County, Wyoming. Most people call the town Jackson Hole and with an elevation of 6311 feet, it is well known for its ski resorts and other outdoor opportunities.
Grand Tetons in the Morning
We awoke early for the long drive to Yellowstone National Park which passes the magnificent Tetons. We arrived at the Old Faithful section of the park just in time to see the famous geyser erupt. The next eruption was predicted in eighty-eight minutes so we rushed outside and took seats around the large viewing area.
Old Faithful
We learned that the eruptions, which last for just a few minutes, vary in height. This one wasn’t particularly impressive. However, as I sat watching and listening to the exclamations of the crowd, I realized that Old Faithful is as iconic an American symbol as the Statue of Liberty or the Grand Canyon. It felt good to participate in the event.
Yellowstone Bus
Bright yellow 1930s buses were restored for tours in the park in 2007. They carry visitors around the park on a variety of paid tours. Since distances take so long to cover in this national park, the bus was a good idea for people who want to sit and enjoy the scenery.
Beehive Geyser
We explored the Old Faithful Inn and asked if they had any vacancies in the park for the next three nights. Luck was with us and we made reservations at The Lake Hotel and The Snow Lodge. On our return to the Visitors Center, the Beehive Geyser was about to perform its daily eruption. We rushed outside and it was quite an impressive show!
A Sulphur Pool
Tempest in a Teapot
Hot Ground
Elk by the Road
Double Rainbows
Sunset Over the Tetons