Distance: 117 miles • Elevation Change: Montpelier 5984 ft.-Jackson 6236 ft.

The journey through the Rocky Mountains continues as US Route 89 enters Montpelier Canyon in the Preuss Range, crosses a short valley and enters Salt Canyon. After climbing to Salt River Pass, highway 89 descends to Star Valley. For the next 45 miles, the road travels north through this agricultural valley on the western flank of the Salt River Range.

At the north end of Star Valley, US Route 89 enters the Grand Canyon of the Snake River in the Snake River Range. It emerges into South Park and continues to the town of Jackson.

Special Attractions:
Afton Antler Arch
Snake River Canyon

 

Towns, Cities & Resevations:
Montpelier
Geneva
Smoot
Afton
Grover
Thayne
Etna
Alpine
Hoback
Jackson

Public Lands & Historic Places:
Bear River Heritage Area
Caribou National Forest
Bridger-Teton National Forest
Targhee National Forest
Grand Teton National Park

Landmarks:
Montpelier Canyon
Preuss Range
Salt Canyon
Salt Creek
Gannett Hills
Star Valley
Palisades Reservoir
Grand Canyon of the Snake River
Snake River Range
Jackson Hole