Named for a division of the Sioux Tribe, whose name was variously written Teton, Titon or Titowan, and means "prairie dwellers." (Gannett, 1905) Named for the Teton Range which lies within its boundaries. Entirely surrounded by National Forests, Teton County is noted for its scenic grandeur. Organized in 1922. County seat is in Jackson. (WPA)
County:
Teton
Feature Category:
Special Features
More Reading:
From trapper to tourist in Jackson Hole. Hayden, Elizabeth Wied. Jackson, Wyo. : Elizabeth Wied Hayden, 1957.; Clayton Caden and Shannon Sullivan. Teton County, Wyoming. WyoHistory.org
