Teton Living

Leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, commonly known as Mormons, organized groups from the bustling Salt Lake Valley to establish new communities that would support their growing population and create a sense of belonging. Mormon homesteaders, who courageously settled east of Blacktail Butte around the turn of the 19th century, chose to cluster their farms together, allowing them to share labor and cultivate a strong sense of community—a stark contrast to the isolation often typical of many western homesteads during that era. These settlers first arrived in the 1890s from neighboring Idaho, establishing a community that the U.S. Post Office would later name Grovont, which is known today as the iconic “Mormon Row.” Presently, two picturesque barns prominently highlight the charm of Mormon Row. Settlers John and Thomas Alma (T.A.) Moulton built these historic barns on adjacent homesteads, creating a beautiful legacy. After nearly 30 years of dedicated work on the land, John replaced his original log home and barn with a stunning, new carpenter-constructed pink stucco frame house and an impressive, two-story gambrel barn located just north of Antelope Flats Road. South of John’s homestead, T.A. took nearly three decades to painstakingly construct his gable-with-shed style barn. Photographers from all around the world frequently stop by T.A. Moulton’s barn, eager to capture this iconic historic structure with the breathtaking Teton Range serving as a majestic backdrop. This spectacular location is undoubtedly beautiful at any time of day, but witnessing the sunrise here is truly an unforgettable experience. As the soft light gradually rises behind you, it first illuminates the mountains and then gently bathes the historic structures in its glow. You can genuinely feel the warmth on your back as you watch the mesmerizing scene unfold right before your eyes. I chose this remarkable location because of the charming small stream that gracefully leads into the scene. I was particularly drawn to the subtle reflection it offers, as well as the way it effortlessly draws your gaze into the foreground. As the sun begins to rise, the mountains and barn simply glow, creating a picturesque view that is just another spectacular sight to behold when visiting the magnificent Grand Teton National Park.

Location: Grand Teton National Park. Wyoming