15 days in Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park & Glacier National Park Itinerary

The peaks of Grand Teton National Park aren't the highest in the world, but they sit atop what might be nature's archetypes for mountains.

Step out of the city life by going to 42-mile Scenic Loop Drive and Signal Mountain Summit Road. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Inspiration Point and Schwabacher Landing. There's much more to do: trek along Menor's Ferry Historical Trail, tour the pleasant surroundings at Cascade Canyon Trail, contemplate the waterfront views at Leigh Lake, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chapel of the Sacred Heart.

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New York City to Grand Teton National Park is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from New York City to Grand Teton National Park. While traveling from New York City, expect slightly colder days and much colder nights in Grand Teton National Park, ranging from highs of 68°F to lows of 38°F. You'll set off for Yellowstone National Park on the 17th (Thu).

An exceptionally diverse landscape and varied wildlife have made Yellowstone National Park one of America's most popular parks.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at West Thumb Geyser Basin and Grand Loop Road. Get outdoors at Biscuit Basin and Black Sand Basin. The adventure continues: take in the natural beauty of Castle Geyser, explore the striking landscape at Beryl Spring, hike along Storm Point Trail, and get impressive views of Monument Geyser Basin.

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Traveling by car from Grand Teton National Park to Yellowstone National Park takes 1.5 hours. Traveling from Grand Teton National Park in September, expect Yellowstone National Park to be slightly colder, temps between 60°F and 33°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 21st (Mon) to allow time for the car ride to Glacier National Park.

The glaciers from which Glacier National Park takes its name mostly dissipated eons ago, but they left behind a scoured landscape of high and steep mountain peaks, sparkling lakes, lush alpine meadows, and thick forests.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Avalanche Lake and Lake McDonald. Get outdoors at Iceberg Lake Trail and St. Mary Lake. The adventure continues: explore the activities along Iceberg Lake, admire the sheer force of St.Mary Falls, and hike along Trail of the Cedars.

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Getting from Yellowstone National Park to Glacier National Park by car takes about 8.5 hours. Other options: fly; or do a combination of taxi, bus, and car. In September, Glacier National Park is somewhat warmer than Yellowstone National Park - with highs of 70°F and lows of 40°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 26th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.