Bison jumping fence near road in Grand Teton park
This was the question posted on the bulletin board at the Moose Visitor Center the other day, and we know the answer today — at least four feet. As we left Grand Teton Park this morning we saw a large herd of bison, on both sides of the road, and of course many cars stopping to photograph them. Actually it was necessary to go slowly, since the bison were also crossing the highway. On the right side of the road was a pasture with a fence, and a number of horses. The fence had a log rail at the top, about four feet from the ground, and the bison were jumping over it as we drove by.
After a brief stop in Jackson, Wyoming to get a LOT of groceries (we haven’t bought much for almost two weeks since there wasn’t much in Yellowstone or Colter Bay to buy) we drove along the Snake River to Bear Lake, Utah. The drive was very beautiful for the leaves are turning their fall colors and the hills were colored reds, yellows and oranges.
Paris Idaho Tabernacle
We stopped in the very small town of Paris, Idaho to take a look at the historic site of the Paris Mormon Tabernacle. Designed by one of Brigham Young’s sons, it was built between 1884 and 1889 it is constructed of red sandstone hauled from over 18 miles away on sleds in the winter over the ice of Bear Lake.
Bear Lake, Utah
We got to the Rendezvous Beach campsite on Bear Lake at about 3 pm. It is a huge campsite, and virtually empty. There are only about 4 units camped here tonight. The lake is very large and a pretty blue. We walked along the beach, which is far out from the shore line since the water is low and the beach slopes very gently.