Wyoming, USA
24-hour Layover Highlights: A quick glimpse of Jackson's charm and Teton views. Upon arrival at JAC, pick up a rental car. Drive the Outer Park Road in Grand Teton National Park for iconic views (Oxbow Bend, Mormon Row). Return to Jackson. Explore Town Square and its antler arches. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Weekend Getaway (2-3 days): Experience the core of Jackson Hole, including the Town of Jackson and a taste of Grand Teton National Park. Day 1: Arrive, explore Town Square, visit the National Museum of Wildlife Art. Day 2: Grand Teton National Park scenic loop (Jenny Lake, Oxbow Bend, Mormon Row), short walk to Hidden Falls. Day 3: Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (tram ride in summer or skiing in winter). Depart from JAC.
Tailor your itinerary to your specific passions.
Visit the Jackson Hole Historical Society & Museum. Explore Mormon Row and Menor's Ferry in Grand Teton National Park. Drive past historic ranches.
Dine at top restaurants in Jackson and Teton Village. Visit local breweries and distilleries. Attend the summer Farmers Market. Try regional specialties like elk or bison.
Plan multi-day backpacking in Grand Teton. Experience whitewater rafting, mountain biking, or rock climbing. Consider heli-skiing in winter.
Include a Jenny Lake boat ride. Go on wildlife viewing drives. Visit Snow King Mountain for the Alpine slide and Cowboy Coaster. Attend the Jackson Hole Rodeo. Enjoy easy walks, and explore the Children's Museum.
Spend time at the National Museum of Wildlife Art. Explore numerous galleries in downtown Jackson. Appreciate the unique Western architecture of the town.
Extensive collection of wildlife art.
Discover various art spaces.
Observe unique local buildings.
Travelers with different budgets enjoy Jackson Hole.
Camp in national park campgrounds or dispersed camping in national forests. Self-cater meals from grocery stores. Use the START Bus or consider hitchhiking where safe and legal. Focus on free hiking and scenic drives.
Stay in mid-range hotels or comfortable vacation rentals. Mix self-catering with casual dining. Rent a car for freedom. Participate in 1-2 paid activities, like a raft trip or a gondola ride.
Stay at five-star resorts. Enjoy fine dining every night. Book private guided wildlife tours. Experience heli-skiing or private fishing charters. Use chauffeured transportation.
Explore Grand Teton and Yellowstone, exploring more remote areas, additional adventure activities, and potential multi-day trips.
For longer stays, consider renting a vacation home or condo with kitchen facilities. This establishes a home base for extended exploration and allows for a more immersed experience in the local community.
Each season in Jackson Hole delivers distinct experiences.
Hiking, rafting, fishing, mountain biking, rodeo, farmers market, wildlife viewing (bears, moose, elk calves).
Skiing/snowboarding, National Elk Refuge sleigh rides, snowmobiling, ice skating, winter wildlife viewing (bison, bighorn sheep).
Autumn colors, elk rut (mating season, active bugling), fewer crowds, ideal hiking temperatures, excellent wildlife viewing.
Bear emergence from hibernation, newborn wildlife (bison/elk calves), bird migration, lower prices, snowmelt creating waterfalls.
Warm weather for hiking, water sports, and town events.
Snow sports, cozy evenings, and unique wildlife encounters.
Fewer crowds, value deals, and the transition of nature's beauty.
