Activities in Jackson Hole, WY
The Teton Valley is comprised of ski resorts, parks, forests, and reserves. With the Bridger-Teton National Forest, Grand Teton National Park, the National Elk Refuge, the Snake River, the Teton Wilderness and Yellowstone National Park nearby, there are countless activities and events all year. While the skiing's great, Jackson is also the place for hiking, wildlife watching, fishing, water sports, horse-back riding, biking, snowboarding, Nordic skiing, hot air ballooning and more.
Summer Activities
- Biking
- Horseback riding
- Whitewater activities
- Fly fishing -- There are hundreds of lakes, rivers and streams brimming with trout that surround Jackson Hole -- namely the Snake River and its tributaries, Yellowstone National Park, The Grey's Wilderness and more.
- Scenic driving
- Wildlife watching -- Visit the National Elk Refuge, Yellowstone or explore Grand Teton National Park.
- Trips to Yellowstone
- Summer chair lift
- Rock climbing
- Hiking
Winter Activities
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Cross-country skiing
- Horse Sleigh Rides
- Snowmobiling -- Try a snowmobiling trip through Yellowstone and see a new side of nature.
- Dog Sledding
- Telemark Skiing
- Heli-Skiing -- Heli-skiing gets you in the backcountry with fresh powder and no crowds in more than 305,000 acres spanning 12,000 to 15,000 vertical feet.
- Hot Springs -- Try Granite Hot Springs situated in the Gros Ventre Wilderness within the Bridger-Teton National Forest (about 20 miles south east of Jackson). The pool there is perfect for soaking in. The locals like Astoria Hot Springs which is 17 mile south of Jackson on Highway 89. You could also try Kelly Warm Springs, about 10 miles north of Jackson.
- Snowshoeing
- Sightseeing
- Yurt -- Experience staying in a Mongolian felt tent in the backcountry. Have lunch or spend the night. Backcountry guides help make your backcountry time safer, more fun and educational.
- Snowcat skiing -- This is a recent trend that allows skiers to get to the backcountry without the cost of a helicopter.