Signal Mountain Summit Road
Signal Mountain Summit Road, Grand Teton National Park: Address, Signal Mountain Summit Road Reviews: 4.5/5
Signal Mountain Summit Road
Signal Mountain Summit Road
4.5
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A 5-mile scenic mountain drive.
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6 within 5 kms
Trapper Grill
592
2.9 km$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Vegetarian Friendly
Peaks at Signal Mountain Lodge
322
2.9 km$$ - $$$ • American • Vegetarian Friendly • Gluten Free Options
The Mural Room
971
3.5 km$$$$ • American • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Pioneer Grill at Jackson Lake Lodge
801
3.5 km$$ - $$$ • American • Diner • Gluten Free Options
The Blue Heron
230
3.5 km$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Vegetarian Friendly
Deadman's Bar
77
4.3 km$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Pub
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Deb
17 contributions
Scary road
Sep. 2021
Was scared to death going up this road. If you are afraid of heights do not go there. When you get to the top its OK. Just as scared going down. Road is narrow and steep. Not worth the stress of the drive.
Written 11 September 2021
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Smilin' Trey
Cincinnati, OH194 contributions
OK if you have time
Jul. 2021
Signal Mountain Lodge good, not great. If you have the time, check it out - however, not a must do. Fair warning, very winding road, so less than ideal for those who get car sick
Written 14 August 2021
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Icarus4335
Colorado Springs, CO515 contributions
Great Views of the Valley
Jul. 2021
I was actually hoping for slightly better views of the Tetons from here; they are a little obscured by trees. Maybe we didn't walk far enough along a trail and missed it, but most of the views from here were actually of the valley. Still nice though.
Written 24 July 2021
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Stephanie
Houston, TX243 contributions
Signal Mountain Summit
Jul. 2021 • Couples
The scenic drive up to Signal Mountain Summit is absolutely worth it. This is where we had some of the best views of the Tetons and JH.
The road is narrow so no busses or trailers are allowed through.
It’s a short walk to the lookout spots (definitely go to both lookouts!)
The road is narrow so no busses or trailers are allowed through.
It’s a short walk to the lookout spots (definitely go to both lookouts!)
Written 10 July 2021
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koabug
Honolulu, HI1,428 contributions
great views of the valley
Jun. 2021
do this summit drive to get panoramic views of the valley. the flowers were blooming and the snake river was enticing us to get in.
Written 5 July 2021
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Nate
Rockwell, IA8 contributions
Amazing views
Jun. 2021
Quick and easy drive near Jackson Lake gave great views of the valley and stunning views of the lake w/ mountains as a backdrop. Worth the trip.
Written 5 July 2021
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aspoe093
Pierre, SD301 contributions
Great car ride and view
May 2021
It's a great view once you get to the top. The road is pretty tight and windy but once you hit the top it's a great view of the valley. The whole drive and view takes about an hour.
Written 28 May 2021
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Rochelle F
Randolph, NJ560 contributions
Magnificent and majestic
Oct. 2020
Beautiful drive and well worth it. We drove the road, stopped at Jackson Lake and walked around (the mountains are breath catching), then continued where we walked around and took in the scenic view (you can hike from the Lake to the overlook too). IT is magnificent here!
There is lots to do in Teton Park and we then went to Jenny Lake to hike.
There is lots to do in Teton Park and we then went to Jenny Lake to hike.
Written 12 February 2021
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Vagabonds5358
8 contributions
Signal Mountain Long Range View
Sep. 2020 • Friends
The view from the first o relook on the road is the best for long range view of the Teton range. It’s a great spot for sunrise and sunset pictures and also good for pictures of storm clouds moving into the area.
Written 27 September 2020
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LiketoeatCincinnati
Cincinnati, OH2,327 contributions
Great Views from Top
Sep. 2020 • Couples
It takes about 10 or 15 minutes to get to the top as the road is tight and windy. The views at the top are fantastic.
Written 20 September 2020
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MargieC
Palm Coast, FL55 contributions
How winding and steep is this drive? Is the road narrow? Do you drive close to the edge if you look out your windows you see steep drop Offs? Am a fearful passenger with height issues :(. Thank you.....
OnTheRoadAgain8180
Gardiner, ME332 contributions
The road has a relatively moderate incline, not very steep at all. It's somewhat narrow but there is still plenty of room for two vehicles. There weren't any places that I would consider all that scary so no need to be concerned, and the views at the top are great.
Debby F
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico75 contributions
How long should we plan for the drive to the summit? We are traveling with parents (mid 70's), so a lot of hiking is not planned. Thanks!
freedom212121
Sacramento, CA315 contributions
It’s about a 15 - 20 minute drive to the top part. The look outs are pretty close to the parking spots. Enjoy!!
helenac800
1 contribution
will be thee june 21...is it open to cars?
Helen C
Renton, WA785 contributions
Today is May 29,and the road up Sinaloa Mountain is open, but it is narrow and winding.
APDisco
Middleburg Heights3 contributions
I plan to drive to the top of Signal mountain and do some astro photography at night. Can anyone tell me if this road is closed at night? If the road is closed at night how safe is it to hike to the top? Your help is much appreciated.
Can I see pictures of signal mountain
Sam Wetherell
Noosa heads8 contributions
How steep is the road up? I have an old RV that doesn't handle hills well but want to make it to the top for sunrise while I'm there in a few days
FloridaNative1944
Quincy, FL95 contributions
Not very steep, probably maxes out at 6% grade.
Louise E
Grafton, Wisconsin6 contributions
I have two questions and I appreciate the opportunity to ask the staff.
First...I noticed several small areas with logs and brush. It seemed like they were set up for little bonfires, and I wondered if they are used as signals in the winter, such as for a New Year's celebration. I know this is a weird question, but I saw so many of these little areas, over 15 for sure, that they really piqued my imagination.
Second, my husband wonders what the towers at the top of the summit are for. We did manage to get cell phone reception and wondered if these towers are cell phone towers or are used for other types of transmissions.
Thank you so much for upkeep of the mountain and for giving visitors such a wonderful experience.
These are called "slash piles" and are used for controlled fires as a form of fuel reduction. In areas where infrastructure is built, the trees are thinned out and wood piled. Once there is snow on the ground the piles will be burned. This strategy prevents a large, uncontrollable fire from breaking out.
Source of this info: a park ranger at Canyon Lodge in Yellowstone
