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Grand Teton Lodge Company Announces Operating Plans For 2021

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By NPT Staff - March 31st, 2021
Sunrise over Grand Teton Peak, Grand Teton National Park / Rebecca Latson

Grand Teton Lodge Company is planning to keep summer operations as close to normal as possible/Rebecca Latson file.


Summer operations for the Grand Teton Lodge Company are expected to be close to normal, though capacity restrictions are expected to be in place in some facilities, and changes could be implemented as needed.

"At this time, there are no anticipated impacts to existing guest lodging or camping reservations. However, please note that some ancillary facilities and services—including restaurants, activities, and retail operations—may have revised operating dates and/or times, may be subject to capacity constraints, may be not be open/operating, or may have other modifications or limitations in available service," the company announced Tuesday. "Additionally, turn-down service and daily stay-over housekeeping service will not be available for guests staying multiple nights."

The company, which operates Jackson Lodge Lodge, the Colter Bay Campground, Jenny Lake Lodge, and Headwaters Lodge and Cabins at Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming, says it is modifying operations to comply with Covid-19 guidance from the National Park Service and Centers for Disease Control.

"We have implemented extensive protocols across our locations to help prevent the spread of coronavirus, compliant with the American Hotel & Lodging Association’s Safe Stay guidelines. We also ask that, as our guest, you act as a partner in ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. These plans may be subject to further modification if necessary," the company added. 

STEPS GTLC IS TAKING TO ENSURE GUEST AND EMPLOYEE HEALTH & SAFETY

  • Modifying operating procedure to minimize contact risks
  • Capacity reduction in guest and employee areas to allow for physical distancing
  • Enhanced cleaning protocols in line with recommendations from the CDC and other health authorities
  • Employees required to take a daily health screening - including temperature checks - prior to reporting for each shift
  • Employees utilizing masks and/or gloves where appropriate
  • Discontinuing stay-over housekeeping service
  • Hand sanitizer stations available throughout our locations
  • Plexiglas barriers in retail outlets and other locations
  • Limiting occupancy in our retail stores, dining rooms, and other areas
  • Contactless checkout

For more information, visit Grand Teton Lodge Company.

Grand Teton Lodge Company 2021 operations
Jackson Lake Lodge
Lodge and CabinsMay 17-October 3
Mural Dining RoomMay 17-October 3Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In-restaurant dining is open with limited capacity. Dinner reservations required.
Pioneer GrillJune 7-October 3Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Takeout only, additional seating available in designated areas of the lodge.
Blue Heron LodgeMay 17-October 3Open for beverage service only. Walk-in only.
Coffee cartMay 17-October 3
Activities DeskMay 17-October 3
CorralsJune 15-October 1
Raft tripsMay 18-October 1Scenic trips only; meal trips are not expected to operate.
Bus toursNot expected to operate.
Swimming Pool and PlaygroundNot expected to operate.
Pool CantinaNot expected to operate.
Outdoor Western BBQNot expected to operate.
Retail shopsMay 17-October 3Gift shop opens May 17; Teton Shop opens June 15; Apparel Shop and Newsstand open July 1.
Guest ShuttleNot expected to operate.
Service stationPay at Pump Only
COLTER BAY VILLAGE
CabinsMay 24-September 26
CampgroundMay 24-September 26Campsites are no longer available on a first-come basis; reservations are available on recreation.gov
RV ParkMay 6-October 3
Tent VillageMay 25-September 6
The Ranch HouseMay 24-September 26Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Walk-in only.
Cafe Court PizzeriaMay 24-September 20In-restaurant dining available for lunch and dinner. Walk-in only. Takeout available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Activities DeskNot expected to operate.
MarinaMay 24-September 19Marina Store opens June 24
Elk Island CruisesJuly 1-September 19Expected to operate scenic cruises, and boxed breakfast and lunch on Elk Island. Dinner cruises not expected to operate.
CorralsJune 15-September 6
Guided FishingJuly 1-September 19
Grocery StoreMay 24-September 26
Gift ShopMay 24-September 26
Guest ShuttleNot expected to operate.
Convenience Store & Gas StationApril 17-October 10
Showers & LaunderetteMay 6-October 3
HEADWATERS LODGE & CABINS
Lodge and CabinsJune 1-October 1
Campground & Camper CabinsJune 1-October 1
RV ParkMay 14-October 1
Sheffields Restaurant & SaloonJune 1-October 1Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Takeout only from June 1-June 21. Dine-in available from June 22-October 1. Dinner reservations required.
CorralsNot expected to operate.
Gift ShopJune 22-October 1
Convenience Store & Gas StationMay 7-October 17
LaunderetteJune 1-October 1
ADDITIONAL OPERATIONS
Jenny Lake Lodge & Dining RoomJune 1-October 3Open to registered guests only.
Jenny Lake CampgroundMay 7-September 26 (Subject to weather)Campsites must be reserved through recreation.gov
Jenny Lake StoreMay 7-September 26 (Subject to weather)
Gros Ventre CampgroundApril 30-October 10Campsites must be reserved through recreation.gov

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