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Originally Posted by VT Wanderer
I agree with Mcwey - 6 months on the road and you are basically planning "drive throughs"? Our first trip west from New England was what we called a sampler of all the major western parks, but we only had 8 weeks. After that we reflected on our favorites, and have now returned to those many times for extended stays. You have selected 3 gems. Try to get reservations ahead of time. KOA in St. Mary, East Glacier is expensive but beautiful if the park is filled. Be sure to carry bear spray on your hikes. Hike Logan Pass area and feel like you're in heaven. In YS Fishing Bridge has the only hook-ups - tight and crowded, but you should be hiking and exploring during every waking hour. Go 100 yds. away from the roads on any trail and you will see no crowds. (We are serious day-hikers.) Hike Mt. Washburn - see the wildlife in Lamar Valley - hike the geyser basin by Old Faithful - hike the the Grand Canyon of YS - so much to do and see. In the Tetons - Colter Bay RV Park has full hook-ups and located next to Jackson Lake = awesome. There are too many awesome hikes to mention all, but Hidden Falls, Inspiration Pointed, Cascade Canyon, Death Canyon, Amphitheater Lake are beyond comparison. Enjoy every day. Carpe Diem.
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I'd add Avalanche Lake to your hiking list. It's a relatively easy hike to a beautiful lake surrounded by towering hills. There is a river that runs along the trail for part of the way that has carved itself into the rock. It's between the east and west side on going to the sun road so a great stop if you are changing side of the park.