The Grand Teton Half Marathon & 5K features possibly Vacation Races’ prettiest course ever….you’ll run a flat, paved road over the Snake River and through scenic pastures. A peaceful, well-packed dirt road in the final miles leading up to a stunning reveal of the Grand Teton mountain range and a …
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The Grand Teton Half Marathon & 5K features possibly Vacation Races’ prettiest course ever….you’ll run a flat, paved road over the Snake River and through scenic pastures. A peaceful, well-packed dirt road in the final miles leading up to a stunning reveal of the Grand Teton mountain range and a picture-perfect finish line.
The Grand Teton Half Marathon takes place in the town of Jackson, Wyoming, just outside the entrance to Grand Teton National Park. It’s a beautiful course with captivating views of snow capped mountain peaks, huge gulps of crisp fresh air, and maybe even some wildlife.
The race starts at 6:30 AM with groups starting according to your bib wave. All runners (and even walkers) will have 4 full hours to take in the scenery and make your way to the finish line.
This is a GREAT course! Possibly our prettiest ever! It’s very scenic and the finish line has some amazing views of the Teton range! You don’t want to miss out on running this.
The race will begin in Wilson, WY. The start line is at the Stilson Lot just off the Teton Pass Hwy at Beckley Park Way. We’ll begin by running west with traffic along Teton Pass Hwy (hwy 22) for a little over a mile. We will then take a right on 3rd Street, followed by an immediate right onto Main street crossing HHR Ranch road and jump onto the jogging trail.
We will stay on this beautiful and flat paved trail until we come to Moose Wilson Rd, which we will cross, and run over Snake River using the pedestrian bridge. After crossing the bridge, we will run east against traffic on Teton Pass Hwy (hwy 22) until about mile 6.25. We will then take a left onto Spring Gulch Road where we will stay for the remainder of the race, 4 miles of which is on a packed dirt road.
The elevation change on the course is marginal. The chart makes it look like a beast, but it is only over a few hundred feet. This will be a slightly challenging, but overwhelmingly beautiful course! You’ll gain 583 feet, with a max elevation at 6,383 feet.
All runners will have 4 hours to finish the race. That is an 18 minute mile – plenty of time for walkers! If at anytime we deem it unsafe and need to pull a runner off the course we would hope for understanding and immediate cooperation.
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Great 5K starter
Great 5K starter to the Tetons Half weekend. Course runs along road and then a greenway. It's a good way to get the legs loose for the half marathon the … MORE
Great 5K starter to the Tetons Half weekend. Course runs along road and then a greenway. It’s a good way to get the legs loose for the half marathon the next day. A few hickups on this one in the start/finish but VR organizers are the best at seeing their errors, learning from them, and not repeating them. They are the best!
Another awesome race
have had such a wonderful experience. The race was very well organized. Overall just an amazing race, spectacular views, great route. Highly recommended this race or any Vaction Races race. … MORE
have had such a wonderful experience. The race was very well organized. Overall just an amazing race, spectacular views, great route. Highly recommended this race or any Vaction Races race. I can not wait for my next one;)
Beautiful place for a racecation
Well organized, early start. Fantastic finish and scenery like no other. My favorite race location net to Big Sur. The course itself is not challenging but the altitude is, so … MORE
Well organized, early start. Fantastic finish and scenery like no other. My favorite race location net to Big Sur. The course itself is not challenging but the altitude is, so it’s a great blend.
Loved it, Scenery unmatched.
The miles flew right by because the scenery was so distracting! Very little uphill, perfect for a first time half marathoner. VR does a great job managing races MORE
The miles flew right by because the scenery was so distracting! Very little uphill, perfect for a first time half marathoner. VR does a great job managing races
Great time with our family
What a great community to be a part of. Our family of 6 signed up to run both 5Ks in the Tetons and Yellowstone. It was burning up in the … MORE
What a great community to be a part of. Our family of 6 signed up to run both 5Ks in the Tetons and Yellowstone. It was burning up in the Tetons but a lot of fun. The yellowstone 5K weather was perfect.
Amazing scenery vs Heat and altitude
This was my first vacation races event and they do not disappoint. We volunteered on Friday with set up for the expo which was fun and gave an inside view … MORE
This was my first vacation races event and they do not disappoint. We volunteered on Friday with set up for the expo which was fun and gave an inside view to how absolutely friendly, nice and knowledgeable the entire team is at VR. Race day temps were higher than I anticipated and the heat intensified the altitude struggle. So, if you’re looking for a PR opp and you don’t train in altitude it might be best to keep looking. However, if you want a great course with amazing views (distractions) you’ll be tickled to run this one.
Vacation Races are #1
The views in this race are absolutely stunning. I had a hard time with the altitude but loved the views. I stopped and took pictures several times along the route. … MORE
The views in this race are absolutely stunning. I had a hard time with the altitude but loved the views. I stopped and took pictures several times along the route. You see the Tetons the whole route and the finish line is breathtaking. It’s worth the race just for the finish line. Vacation Races does an excellent job of communicating what to expect and helping you. You should do this race for sure!
Vacation Races are by the best!
Hands down my favorite race I've ever done! Vacation Races put on amazing events but the scenery at this one is mind blowing! Only reason I rated the course with … MORE
Hands down my favorite race I’ve ever done! Vacation Races put on amazing events but the scenery at this one is mind blowing! Only reason I rated the course with 3 shoes was the alititude. My friends struggled with that. Somehow I got a PR though so that also helped move this one to the top of my list. Seriously, Vacation Races are the best races in the US. Don’t miss out on doing one and this one is the BEST!
First Half Marathon-Did not disappoint!
This is a fantastic first half course! The gorgeous scenery distracts from the lack of air due to altitude LOL! Seriously though, those views! Omg! This is a nice easy … MORE
This is a fantastic first half course! The gorgeous scenery distracts from the lack of air due to altitude LOL! Seriously though, those views! Omg! This is a nice easy course with unbeatable views. Vacation Races put on an awesome event! Would highly recommend and totally due again! Best first half!
Grand Tetons is my favorite race
The course is great and you get to look at the Tetons the entire race. Vacation Races are my favorite races to do. I really enjoyed being able to start … MORE
The course is great and you get to look at the Tetons the entire race. Vacation Races are my favorite races to do. I really enjoyed being able to start first as a walker and get finished before it got to hot.
Magnificent scenery!
running a flat course at high altitude was a nice break for sea level folks. I can't get over the fabulous mountain view! Great for your race vacation. Take some … MORE
running a flat course at high altitude was a nice break for sea level folks. I can’t get over the fabulous mountain view! Great for your race vacation. Take some time to hike around the beautiful lakes, see the fantasic wildlife, take a float tour down the snake River, enjoy the cool, contemporary town of Jackson Hole and it’s great restaraunts and ski villages…bike the bike paths and take in the amazing scenery…Spend at least a week if you can or you’ll be so sorry.
Amazing race no matter your pace
Absolutely stunning views!! Strong support all along the course. Vacation Races is incredible no matter if you are a walker, first time half marathoner, middle of the pack, or leading … MORE
Absolutely stunning views!!
Strong support all along the course.
Vacation Races is incredible no matter if you are a walker, first time half marathoner, middle of the pack, or leading the way.
No Covid protocols
I enjoy vacation races but they eschewed all COVID protocols, even creating mass congregation with no social distancing nor masks. Other than that ok but completely mismanaged. MORE
I enjoy vacation races but they eschewed all COVID protocols, even creating mass congregation with no social distancing nor masks. Other than that ok but completely mismanaged.
Beautiful Scenery & Fantastic Overall
This race was very well organized all the way from registration through the finish line. The run offered pretty views of the Tetons throughout and the finish line at the … MORE
This race was very well organized all the way from registration through the finish line. The run offered pretty views of the Tetons throughout and the finish line at the golf course was beautiful. Medal and snacks at the end are well worth the 13.1 miles. Volunteers at the aid stations were very supportive and the stations were placed in good locations at every 2 miles. Having no cups was different to me, but an easy thing to get used to. The shuttles at the end were a bit confusing, but a really minor thing as the rest of the race day was fantastic. I’d love to run this race again as everyone was very friendly and you can’t beat the views.
Incredible
This was my 37th half marathon and my 34th state and it was, without question, the most beautiful course I've run. For the first time ever I stopped to take … MORE
This was my 37th half marathon and my 34th state and it was, without question, the most beautiful course I’ve run. For the first time ever I stopped to take pictures. There were just so many incredible views, it felt like a dream.
This was my first Vacation Race and I was just so impressed with their organization and their communication. They over communicate and it’s wonderful.
Do this race. You won’t regret it.
Nicely organized and great walks!
5K - Beautiful! Course was well marked and around the lake was amazing! Half - Also, beautiful! At times the course narrowed and was along the side of the road … MORE
5K – Beautiful! Course was well marked and around the lake was amazing!
Half – Also, beautiful! At times the course narrowed and was along the side of the road with live traffic but I never felt in danger.
Nicely organized and great walk!
The 5K was beautiful. Running / walking in the Tetons is like a dream. Path to Wilson and around the lake was flat and at no time did you feel … MORE
The 5K was beautiful. Running / walking in the Tetons is like a dream. Path to Wilson and around the lake was flat and at no time did you feel like it was a struggle.
Great race production
After package pick up, race execution went very smooth. Somewhat easy course with good views, enjoyed it. I thoroughly appreciated Vacation Races' post-race critique of their performance. Tells you they … MORE
After package pick up, race execution went very smooth. Somewhat easy course with good views, enjoyed it. I thoroughly appreciated Vacation Races’ post-race critique of their performance. Tells you they are not satisfied with less than a perfect execution. From race info emails through execution, one of the best. Thx!
Absolutely the most beautiful scenery!
Well organized and was the perfect firt time half marathon. Lots of motivation from organizers and fellow runners. If you are considering a half I'll tell you "You got this"! MORE
Well organized and was the perfect firt time half marathon. Lots of motivation from organizers and fellow runners. If you are considering a half I’ll tell you “You got this”!
Best experience of my life
I would recommend this race to everyone. Event was well-organized and ran efficiently, road course was well-marked with gorgeous views of the Teton range throughout, beautiful medals, great race shirt, … MORE
I would recommend this race to everyone. Event was well-organized and ran efficiently, road course was well-marked with gorgeous views of the Teton range throughout, beautiful medals, great race shirt, boxes of snacks and chocolate milk at the finish. It is walker-friendly, and the Explorer Challenges give you a chance to experience activities in and around the park to earn more swag.