HIKING

You’re in Wyoming! Get outside and enjoy the great outdoors! As far as nature goes, Jackson is unbeatable. With Grand Teton National Park just around the corner and Yellowstone National Park about an hour away, the hiking options are overwhelming, to say the least. Not a hiker? Rent a bike. Visit the Jackson Hole Historical Society. Ride the tram to the top of the mountain. Drive through Teton National Park and look for bears. Rent a boat and spend the day on Jackson Lake. Okay, it might be tough to squeeze in everything, but make sure you get outside at some point!

GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK

The park is just to the north of Teton Village on the Moose Wilson road. There is an entrance fee to get in to the park. Once there, you can drive to various points to see the sites or get out of your car and explore on foot. For those new to the area, there are grizzly bears in Wyoming. This is not a joke! Make sure you are bear aware and bring bear spray with you on all hikes – it is a must. Bear spray can be rented for $8 a day from Teton Backcountry Rentals or purchased for $50 a can. If you are lucky, you will see bear, elk, moose, bison and a bald eagle on your trip…but keep your distance as these are wild animals!

SOME FAVORITE HIKES

Phelps Lakes: Hiking to Phelps Lake is a popular short hike in Grand Teton National Park. The hike to the lake is 4 miles round trip. You can also choose to venture around the lake and jump off the famed jumping rock. Continue further into Death Canyon if you are looking for a longer hike.

Taggart/Bradley Lakes: Beautiful lakes at the base of the Tetons! This is another mellow hike to gorgeous views. The Taggart Lake to Bradley Lake loop is 5.5 miles and will not disappoint!

Granite Canyon Moderate to difficult depending on length of hike. This goes to the top of the Tram (15 miles), but you can go up as little or much as you want.

Surprise & Amphitheater Lakes: This ten-mile round trip is a Teton classic, but because it climbs about 3,000 vertical feet over five miles it is considered difficult. An early start is recommended.

Top of the Gondola: This is a thigh burner! The trailhead is conveniently located in Teton Village. Follow the Wildflower trail up the ski resort to the Couloir restaurant at the top of the Gondola. If you time your hike accurately, you can make it to the Couloir Deck in time for some live music and drinks and take the Gondola back down for free!

Leigh, Bearpaw & Trapper Lakes: This straightforward, flat hike offers stunning views of the sheer north faces of the main Teton peaks. Leave your car at the String Lake parking lot and head north along a well-marked path.

IJenny Lake and Hidden Falls: Easy hike with a boat ride across the lake. This is a great spot for children and families as the boat ride is fun in and of itself and you can walk up to the waterfalls at Hidden Falls or not, and it is still pretty. Boats leave from Jenny Lake to Hidden Falls about every 20 minutes. There can be crowds!

BIKING

Rent a bike from one of the below stores and explore Jackson’s paved trail system or over 115 miles of mountain bike trails.

Hoffs

JH Sports

Teton Village Sports

Bike Rentals at Dornan's

FLY FISHING

Fish the Fly: 307.699.1139 Locally owned and operated guide service.

WorldCast Anglers: 307.733.6934 Located in the ORVIS store in Jackson

GOLFING

Teton Pines: 307.733.1733

Jackson Hole Golf and Tennis: 307.733.3111

HORSEBACK RIDING

Teton Village Trail Rides: 307.733.2674

Mill Iron Ranch: 307.733.6390

SNAKE RIVER WHITEWATER RAFTING & FLOAT TRIPS

Barker-Ewing: 800.448.4202

Dave Hansen Whitewater: 307.733.6295

OTHER ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort: The options are endless with great activities for the kids! Enjoy tram and gondola rides with unbelievable views, hiking, biking and even tandem paragliding (call JH Paragliding for reservations at 307.739.2626.) Jump on the bungee trampoline or play the 9-hole disc golf course! Visit the activity desk located in the clock tower building.

Jackson Lake Boat Rentals: Rent a Deck Cruiser and spend the afternoon relaxing on Jackson Lake with the beautiful mountains in the background.

Jackson Town Square Shootout: A kitschy Western tradition since 1957, the shootout takes place every summer evening at 6:15 P.M. - except Sundays!

Saturday Farmers Market: Shop local on the town square.

Jackson Hole Winery: Schedule a wine tasting and enjoy beautiful views at the local winery!

Hot Air Balloon Rides: Enjoy an amazing ride over the mountains.

Eco Tour Adventures: A great way to make sure you see all of the amazing local animals.

Mountains of Groceries: Grocery delivery and private chef service, which can stock your rental home upon your arrival to town