Grand Teton National Park Foundation and Grand Teton National Park celebrate completion of the Snake River Gateways project

Contact: Emily Davis, 307-739-3393

Contact: Maddy Johnson, 307-201-7660

MOOSE, Wyo.-Grand Teton National Park, in partnership with Grand Teton National Park Foundation, is proud to announce the completion of a multi-year effort to transform three of the most popular access points along the Snake River: Moose Landing, Pacific Creek Landing, and Jackson Lake Dam.

Launched in 2020, the Snake River Gateways project addressed outdated facilities, environmental damage, and rising visitation at these cherished river entryways. Together, the Foundation and Grand Teton National Park reimagined and rebuilt the sites to ensure they remain safe and accessible, with preservation of the critical riparian habitat at the forefront.

On Thursday September 18, community members gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony at Moose Landing, the final of the three sites to be completed. The celebration highlighted new educational signage and interpretive elements, improved boat launches, shaded gathering areas, native plant revegetation, and critical riverbank restoration work. Remarks were shared by Grand Teton National Park Superintendent Chip Jenkins, Foundation President Leslie Mattson, and Triangle X owner and longtime fishing guide John Turner.

"The Snake River is one of the park's most treasured resources, offering both adventure and quiet reflection," said Jenkins. "Through this project, we've improved safety and access for visitors while restoring the health of the riverbanks and protecting habitat for wildlife. It's a powerful example of what we can accomplish together to care for this extraordinary place."

In keeping with the character of the Snake River, all work was guided by the Wild and Scenic Snake River Management Plan, ensuring that improvements honor the river's special designation, preserving its free-flowing conditions and water quality, while enhancing opportunities for visitors to connect meaningfully with this remarkable resource.

These achievements were made possible by Grand Teton National Park Foundation, which raised $8 million in private, philanthropic support, leveraging an additional $5.3 million in federal funding. The project builds on nearly three decades of partnership between the Foundation and the park, a collaboration that has transformed iconic destinations across the landscape.

"We're grateful to our partners, supporters, and the community who made this project possible," said Leslie Mattson. "Together, we've ensured that these critical access points will serve all visitors while stewarding the river for decades to come."

The Snake River is a defining feature of Grand Teton National Park, beloved by floaters, anglers, wildlife watchers, and photographers alike. With these enhancements now complete, the Foundation and Grand Teton National Park look forward to welcoming all visitors to experience this extraordinary resource with renewed ease, safety, and connection.

Thanks to our project partners Blue Trident, Bland Hoke, EDX, Jorgensen Engineering, Lost Art Stone Masonry, Otak, and Southern Customs Exhibits for the vision and dedication they brought to this effort.

Photos of the ribbon cutting and the Snake River Gateways project can be found on Flickr.

To learn more about The Snake River Gateways project, visit https://www.gtnpf.org/initiatives/snake-river-gateways/ or call 307-732-0629.

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