Schwabacher Landing Ceremony Location

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Schwabacher Landing is one of the most popular wedding ceremony locations in Grand Teton National Park. It is available under a Large Site-Specific Wedding Ceremony Special Use Permit for groups of up to 25 people from mid-May through mid-October.

The ceremony site is located at the end of the trail, a short walk from the northernmost parking area. It offers a stunning view of the Teton Range reflected in the beaver ponds, making it a highly sought-after location.

Seasonal Access:
Outside of the mid-May to mid-October window, the road to Schwabacher Landing is closed to vehicles due to weather, and the site is not accessible.

Permit Details:

• Only one ceremony permit is issued per day at this location.

• A maximum of 60 permits are issued per year.

• Permits are issued in the order applications are received.

For detailed information on how to apply and the guidelines to ensure a safe, seamless, and respectful experience in the park, please visit the  Wedding and Commitment Ceremonies page.

Details

Restroom? Yes – vault/pit toilet
Points of interest? Views of the Teton Range; Snake River; beaver ponds, damns, and lodges.
Is the site level or rocky? Level
Is the location accessed by a paved or gravel road? Gravel
Is the site closed seasonally? Yes – Typically closed mid-October to mid-May.
How many parking spots are available? Approximately 20 parking spaces.
Is there overflow parking nearby? Yes
Is the parking frequently full or have availability? Frequently busy, but not frequently full.
How busy is this location? Very busy in the morning, moderately busy at midday, and very busy in the evening.
Seating? There are some benches, but no picnic tables at this location.
Any structures for shade or rain cover? No, but some trees.
Are there formal pathways? Yes, unpaved.

Accessibility Information

There are not designated accessible parking spots and pathways are unpaved.

 

GPS Coordinate to parking area: 43.71154, -110.67093

General Directions: Schwabacher Landing is about 30 minutes north of the town of Jackson, WY. Head North on US-191 N/US-26/US-89. About 4.0 miles North of Moose Junction, turn left onto Schwabachers Landing Road. Drive to the end of the road to the designated parking area. The ceremony location is a short walk from the northern most parking area at the end of the trail.

 

 

View of ceremony location

NPS/ J. Sullivan

 

View of ceremony location

NPS/ J. Sullivan

 

View from ceremony location
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Ceremony location and view
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Pathway to ceremony location
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Restroom at Schwabacher Landing parking area
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