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Planning Essentials
SUMMER
JUNE THROUGH AUGUST; 40 TO 85-PLUSº F DAYS
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Rivers run full. Mountain trails open. Lake temperatures rise. Music festivals and dozens of special events swing back into gear. Hiking, biking, camping, rafting ... the list of summer’s pleasures in Jackson Hole goes on and on.
Jackson Hole PLANNING ESSENTIALS
FALL
SEPTEMBER THROUGH EARLY NOVEMBER; 20 TO 75º F
For those who might see the bustling summer as a bit too much to handle, fall is essentially a quieter version. The menu of activities isn’t quite as full, but the calmer fall season has benefits of its own. Did we mention the aspens turn an incredible fiery hue?
WINTER
MID-NOVEMBER THROUGH MID-MARCH; TEMPERATURES OF 30º F AND BELOW
Skier or not, everyone agrees that winter is when our valley, blanketed in snow, lives up to its image. It’s the time for sleigh rides in the National Elk Refuge, snowshoeing in Grand Teton National Park, snowmobile treks and skiing deep powder.
SPRING
APRIL THROUGH MAY; 25 TO 65º F
Because spring is so unpredictable and uncrowded, it can be a great time to visit, particularly for wildlife lovers. Certainly the most underrated season here, spring offers plenty to do if you’re willing to go with the flow of what the weather presents.
WHAT TO PACK
See more in-depth packing suggestions at jht.guide/pack
SUMMER
Bring a fleece jacket for cool mornings and evenings. Lightweight, zip-off hiking pants are recommended, as are sturdy hiking boots made from a breathable but waterproof fabric. Lighter trail-running shoes can also work if you’re doing a milder hike or run. Other essentials: rainwear; waterproof sandals; swimsuit; backpack.
WINTER
Layering is the way to go. A base layer should be made of a moisture-wicking fabric. A fleece works as a midlayer. Wear a jacket that blocks the wind. Other winter essentials: moisture-wicking socks; waterproof gloves; goggles and sunglasses with polarized lenses.
GETTING HERE
Just north of Jackson, Jackson Hole Airport is one of the country’s most beautiful airports. Visit jht.guide/airport for arrivals/departures.
BY AIR
JH Airport 307-733-7682 American Airlines 800-433-7300 Delta Airlines 800-221-1212 United Airlines 800-241-6522
BY BUS
Salt Lake Express 800-356-9796 | saltlakeexpress.com Alltrans Mountain States Express 800-652-9510 | mountainstatesexpress.com
LOCAL INSIGHT
Bill Briggs
FIRST PERSON TO SKI THE GRAND
... MY FAVORITE THINGS
“Going to church” Sundays to play music with the Stagecoach Band
Playing at Dornans Hootenanny on Monday nights
Working with Open Range Films
Coffee at the Virginian Restaurant
