Overview Jackson Hole

Visiting Jackson Hole

It’s got both Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park within spitting distance, not to mention the Bridger-Teton National Forest right in its backyard. But the extensive landscape surrounding Teton Village and the Jackson Hole area is not without plenty of steep terrain and black-diamond runs. Throw in some Old West flavor and a remote location, and this is prime real estate for snowboarders, cross-country skiers, and downhill enthusiasts.

So whether you’re a first-timer or a frequent visitor, a business traveler or a budget explorer, IgoUgo has all the travel-planning tools and resources you need to create a memorable vacation. Read traveler reviews of the top hotels, restaurants, and things to do, browse amazing photos; ask for advice in our friendly travel forums; and find ... Read More
It’s got both Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park within spitting distance, not to mention the Bridger-Teton National Forest right in its backyard. But the extensive landscape surrounding Teton Village and the Jackson Hole area is not without plenty of steep terrain and black-diamond runs. Throw in some Old West flavor and a remote location, and this is prime real estate for snowboarders, cross-country skiers, and downhill enthusiasts.

So whether you’re a first-timer or a frequent visitor, a business traveler or a budget explorer, IgoUgo has all the travel-planning tools and resources you need to create a memorable vacation. Read traveler reviews of the top hotels, restaurants, and things to do, browse amazing photos; ask for advice in our friendly travel forums; and find cheap flights and hotels. Then, after your trip is over, share your travel reviews, tips, and photos with friends and fellow travelers right here on IgoUgo. Close

Stories and Tips Jackson Hole

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The Best Part of Jackson Hole is the Town Square

Written by two cruisers on 26 Mar, 2012

We spent a day and a half walking around the heart of Jackson, WY. I love to shop and Bill does too...up to a point. At when he reaches that point, the commerce dept of Jackson, placed benches. Of course the prime photo-op are the…Read More


One regret...

Written by Scotch on 05 Jun, 2000

The single largest regret that I have about our short trip to Jackson Hole was that we didn’t get the opportunity to experience the gorgeous snow conditions and wonderful terrain of Grand Targhee, which is a fairly short 1 hr 45 min. drive from Jackson…Read More


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Grand Teton National Park

Written by Slaney on 01 May, 2006

Established in 1929, expanded in 1950 and situated in north west Wyoming, The Grand Teton National Park is a 50 mile long valley known as Jackson Hole surrounded by the Teton range, a 40 mile long mountain range. Grand Teton is 13,770 feet high and…Read More


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The 2 R's Driving Tour in The Tetons

Written by Lovestogo on 13 Aug, 2002

What a peaceful, beautiful and exhilirating experience we had when we created our own personal driving tour of Grand Teton National Park! With our worn and torn map of Yellowstone and The Tetons, we mapped out our own driving tour that would fit…Read More


It Is Not As Cold As It Is

Written by Wasatch on 09 Feb, 2007

We arrived at the base lift at Jackson Hole one morning and were greeted by a sign reading, "Temperature, -20. At the top of the lift, 0. At the top of the next lift (the top of the mountain) +15." Not every day is like this,…Read More


Where to Hang Your Hat in Jackson Hole

Written by Scotch on 05 Jun, 2000

The range of quality in accommodations in and around Jackson Hole and Teton Village is varied. But don't expect a large selection of the luxury accommodations you would find in communities such as Vail/Beaver Creek; while there are 'nice' and better-than-just-comfortable accommodations, you shouldn't…Read More


Dining in Jackson Hole

Written by Scotch on 05 Jun, 2000

Pack lunches/trail snacks for the skiing day (the food on the mountain isn't very good and the lines can be long). At night, the choices in Jackson Hole range from fast food (McDonald's, Taco Bell) to casual but somewhat upscale steak, game and seafood…Read More


Shopping around town

Written by Scotch on 05 Jun, 2000

Shopping in Jackson Hole seems to be confined to four distinct categories: your basic Gap-type clothing shopping (yes, they have a Gap, and I think that’s about it for mass retailers); vast varieties of Native American-inspired art and jewelry; impressive galleries of Western inspired painting,…Read More


Hockey anyone?

Written by Leralie on 19 Aug, 2005

Mooooooose! Go Mooooooooose! Jackson's winter season is marked by more than great skiing, lots of snow, and thousands of elk in the reserve. It is also marked by a special season--moose season. These are not your average moose, however. These are moose of the padded,…Read More


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Jackson Hole

Written by Slaney on 01 May, 2006

Jackson, with a population of 8647, is a tourist town popular with both winter and summer visitors alike. It is renowned for world class skiing and is in a very scenic location on the southern edge of the Grand Teton National Park, which adjoins Yellowstone…Read More


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