Granite Falls Redesign Project begins July 15
Work expected to last about four weeks
by Bridger-Teton National Forest
July 15, 2024
Granite Falls is a scenic stop for many people visiting the Granite Hot Springs area on the Bridger-Teton National Forest, and it is about to receive a long overdue upgrade.
The work to redesign the parking area and restore the surrounding natural environment will begin Monday, July 15, and is anticipated to last about four weeks.
During construction and restoration activities, visitors will still be able to access Granite Hot Springs, but parking at Granite Falls will not be possible. Signage will be in place to direct traffic around the construction.
Redesign and restoration of the Granite Falls area has been envisioned for many years, beginning in the mid-1990s. After public review and environmental analysis, District Ranger Todd Stiles made the decision in September 2022 to repair resource damage associated with the user-created parking area, design the area for day use only, separate trailer parking, restore eroded trails, construct a bypass trail to prevent conflicts between horses and hot springs visitors, and add interpretive signage.
Funding for the project is now available, thanks to a partnership with Friends of the Bridger-Teton and the Teton Conservation District, as well as funding available through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Federal Land Recreation Enhancement Act.
Ranger Stiles acknowledged that the temporary closures in the Granite Falls area will impact some visitors, but the resulting improvements will create a much better experience for all.
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