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Things to see in Alta (United States): 7 places and when to go
Alta is a town in United States, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly Nature (6), Mountains (6), Snow (1). The best known are Mount Moran, Raynolds Peak and Window Peak. The best time to come is July to September; also possible: June and October. In June there are 15 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 45. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 43.7849, -110.9426
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- Best time
- July to September.
- Also possible
- June and October.
- Nearest airport
- SFO San Francisco, 1,184 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mount Moran, at 3,835 m.
What to see in Alta
The places in and around Alta, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Mount MoranMountain in Wyoming, United States14 km
- Raynolds PeakMountain in United States of America13 km
- Window PeakMountain in United States of America11 km
- Cleaver PeakMountain in United States of America9.5 km
- Mount Saint JohnMountain in Wyoming, United States of America14 km
- Rockchuck PeakMountain in United States of America14 km
- Grand Targhee ResortSki resort in Wyoming, United States3 m
When to go to Alta
The best time to visit Alta is July to September; also possible: June and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not9:05
- FebBetter not10:15
- MarBetter not11:38
- AprBetter not13:13
- MayBetter not14:32
- JunPossible15:15
- JulBest time14:58
- AugBest time13:49
- SepBest time12:17
- OctPossible10:45
- NovBetter not9:25
- DecBetter not8:45
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 45. In July, 6 of the 7 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Alta
The nearest main airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO, San Francisco), 1,184 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Idaho Falls, Idaho10 places95 km
- Pinedale5 places135 km
- Wheatland5 places156 km
- Pocatello, Idaho6 places159 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Alta?
The best known: Mount Moran, Raynolds Peak, Window Peak, Cleaver Peak, Mount Saint John. In all, 7 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Alta?
July to September; also possible: June and October. In June there are 15 h 15 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 45.
How do you get to Alta?
The nearest main airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 1,184 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Alta as the destination and these 7 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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