QUINTESSENTIAL JACKSON HOLE MOMENTS

Traveler Tidbit

The Bridger-Teton National Forest is the third-largest national forest in the lower 48 states, encompassing 3.4 million acres. That’s roughly the size of Connecticut!

Ski At 3 Major Ski Resorts

Jackson Hole boasts two major ski areas and a third “over the hill”—Grand Targhee. For 10 years running, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort was named the No. 1 ski resort in the country by Forbes magazine. Snow King Mountain (the locals’ hill) literally looms over the town of Jackson and holds the title of the first ski area in Wyoming.

Find Your Western Spirit

Experience Grand Teton

In addition to the magnificent Teton Range framing the west side of Grand Teton National Park, there are myriad things to love about this 485-square-mile wilderness and recreation area. In fact, its wide range of recreational activities is among the most accessible of any national park. Exploration opportunities abound—and the amazing views just won’t quit.

Get Active

Jackson Hole Rodeo is a favorite way to experience a Western tradition. Every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday evening throughout the summer, see authentic cowboys ride bucking broncos and mighty bulls, barrel race and rope calves, among other competitions.

Endless recreational opportunities include hiking, biking, climbing, swimming, paddling, boating, rafting, horseback riding, paragliding, golfing, fishing, ziplining, downhill, Nordic and heli-skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, dog sledding, snow tubing, ice skating and shooting experiences.

Watch Wildlife

With nearly 500 animal species inhabiting the Greater Yellowstone region, some have called our area the “American Serengeti.” Wild things are literally all around you! Spotting a bison, moose, bear, bald eagle, coyote and/or elk is a definite possibility during your visit.

Venture Down The Snake

Taking a guided, exhilarating whitewater rafting trip or scenic float down the Snake River is truly a Jackson Hole must-do item during your visit. Professional and knowledgeable outfitters abound here to steer you down the magnificent Snake.

Largest Elk Herd

You won’t need binoculars to view the thousands of elk wintering on the National Elk Refuge, 25,000 acres of protected land. Each year, wapiti gather to feed, scramble for dominance with antler clashes and raise young. A unique way to experience the refuge is by horse-drawn sleigh.

Visit Yellowstone

Yellowstone is the world’s first national park and has approximately 10,000 active thermal features, including Old Faithful. The 3,500-square-mile wilderness area is mostly in Wyoming but also spreads into Montana and Idaho. Open year-round, but roads are closed in winter; only snowmobiles and snowcoaches are allowed.

Visit An Iconic Watering Hole

Straddle a saddle at the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar; see the more than 4,000 1921 uncirculated Morgan silver dollars embedded in the bar of the aptly named Silver Dollar Bar in the Wort Hotel; or attend “Sunday Church” at the Stagecoach Bar in Wilson to dance the night away!

Hit Town Square

Bathed by the neon honky-tonk sign of the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar and bordered by four quirky elk-antler arches, the Town Square forms Jackson Hole’s retail and artistic core. It is also the site of the Jackson Hole Shootout, the longest-running gunfight in the country. Don’t forget to take a photo under the antler arches.