A day off in the middle of summer means time to take a hike--literally. We headed down to the marina to take a short hike from the marina along the northeast shore of Jackson Lake. The Jackson Hole valley has been covered with smoke from several forest fires across the Teton mountain range in Idaho for over a week now. Compare this photo with the second photo below which was taken in June. Not only is the level of Jackson Lake lower now, but you can barely see Mt. Moran.
Photo from June, like a picture postcard.
As we began our hike we were greeted by the following sign. The sign does make you stop and think! There have been several sightings of black bears in the RV park as well as the campground. However, thankfully, we did not encounter a bear during our hike.
Not much wildlife along the trail, although we did see several chipmunks and squirrels.
When we got back to Colter Bay Village, we did see Ms. Deer between the parking lot at the top of the steps and the amphitheater, which is used for park ranger programs.
Our friendly doe is trying to select her seat for the evening's ranger talk.
We had an enjoyable hike despite the smoky haze obscuring the views of the mountains.
Photo from June, like a picture postcard.
As we began our hike we were greeted by the following sign. The sign does make you stop and think! There have been several sightings of black bears in the RV park as well as the campground. However, thankfully, we did not encounter a bear during our hike.
Not much wildlife along the trail, although we did see several chipmunks and squirrels.
When we got back to Colter Bay Village, we did see Ms. Deer between the parking lot at the top of the steps and the amphitheater, which is used for park ranger programs.
Our friendly doe is trying to select her seat for the evening's ranger talk.
We had an enjoyable hike despite the smoky haze obscuring the views of the mountains.
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