2015 Map of Whetstone Mountain

About this map

Whetstone Mtn serves as a central landmark in this high-elevation region of Teton County, where the boundary of Grand Teton National Park meets the Teton National Forest. The landscape is defined by a dense network of watercourses and primitive access routes rather than permanent settlements. Drainage systems like Pacific Creek and W Whetstone Cr carve through the terrain, flanked by numerous footpaths that reveal the area's primary use for wilderness recreation and conservation. Historical transit is evidenced by several established routes, including the Whetstone Trail and Colter Creek Trail, which navigate the steep gradients. Towards the south, Pacific Creek Rd and Two Ocean Lake Rd provide the only vehicular penetration into this protected backcountry, illustrating the transition from managed forest lands to the interior of the national park.