Things to do
Hiking
Easily the most popular summer activity in Jackson, there are so many trails in Jackson and the nearby National Parks that it would be impossible to explore them all in just one visit. And while there are trails located all over Jackson Hole—near town, on Teton Pass, and in Teton Village—if you only have an afternoon or a couple of days to hike, then we recommend heading straight to the trails in Grand Teton National Park. Find some of our favorites below.
Phelps Lake and Death Canyon at the Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve
Take an easy to moderate hike around Phelps Lake or to its overlook, or opt for something longer into Death Canyon. Start from the Laurance Rockefeller Preserve visitor center and parking area south of the Moose Visitor’s Center.
Granite Canyon
This area offers moderate to difficult hikes, depending on the duration. For an all-day challenge (and large elevation gain), hikers can take Granite Canyon all the way to the top of the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Aerial Tram.
Surprise & Amphitheater Lakes
Difficult due to the elevation gain, this hike is a Jackson favorite. The round-trip hike to both lakes is ten miles, but the climb covers 3,000 vertical feet in just five. Allow yourself plenty of time by getting an early start.
Bradley & Taggart Lakes
A mellow option in southern Grand Teton National Park, this area is usually less busy than Jenny Lake. The round-trip hike to both lakes is just about five miles, with only 500 feet of elevation gain. The parking lot is located 2.5 miles from the Moose Visitor Center.
Wildlife Tours
One of the most diverse wildlife-watching areas in the world, the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem’s resident wildlife is thrilling to encounter. Booking a wildlife tour with a professional guide and naturalist increases the likelihood of seeing the greatest range of wildlife—from a herd of bison to bighorn sheep, and maybe even a pack of wolves or a grizzly bear
(if you’re lucky).
Jackson Hole Wildlife Safaris: 307.690.6402
Great Western Expeditions: 307.222.0412
Scenic Safaris: 888.734.8898
Horseback Riding
Saddle up, because there isn’t a more Western activity than spending an hour, an afternoon, or multiple days on a horse in Wyoming. With a long list of guides and ranches ready to escort riders of all experience levels out on the trails, there’s no shortage of opportunities to get in the saddle while visiting Jackson Hole.
Mill Iron Ranch: 307.733.6390
Spring Creek Ranch: 307.733.8833
Teton Village Trail Rides: 307.733.2674
Triangle X Guest Ranch: 307.733.2183
Fly Fishing
Care to cast a line in the hope of experiencing the thrill of catching a cutthroat, rainbow, or brown trout? The local tributaries have made Jackson Hole a destination rich with fly fishing opportunities—and guide services. Local guides are known to be passionate about the sport and adept at sharing their knowledge and skills with guests of all
experience levels.
Snake River Angler: 307.733.3699
Grand Teton Fly Fishing: 307.690.0910
Teton Fly Fishing: 307.413.1215
Westbank Anglers: 800.922.3474
WorldCast Anglers: 307.733.6934
ATV Adventures
Venture deeper into Bridger-Teton National Forest by traversing Forest Service roadways and ATV trails on an ATV or similar machine. On four wheels and with high clearance, ATVs make exploring the less-maintained roads of Jackson Hole much more doable. Choose from a guided adventure or rent your own machine for the day.
Jackson Hole Adventure Rentals: 307.733.5678
Jackson Hole Backcountry Rentals: 307.264.2525
Scenic Safaris: 888.734.8898
Teton Tour Co.: 800.376.8083
Biking
From road biking to mountain biking, there are plenty of areas to do both in Jackson Hole, and to cater to those experiences to your experience level. Jackson boasts a vast public pathway system that makes for easy, scenic biking excursions between Jackson, Teton Village, and the
community of Wilson.
Hoback Sports: 307.733.5335
Wilson Backcountry Sports: 307.733.5228
Jackson Hole Sports: 307.739.2687
Adventure Sports: 307.733.3307
The Hub Bicycles: 307.200.6144
Golfing
With its stunning landscapes, it should come as no surprise that Jackson Hole is home to some of the most scenic golf courses in North America. From Teton vistas to winding waterways, it’s hard not to be distracted from your golf game. For those who’d like to try, the area offers a few course options to the visiting public.
Teton Pines: 307.733.1005
Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis Club: 307.733.3111
Snake River Sporting Club: 307.733.0077
Spa
From massages catered to rejuvenating hiking-weary muscles to hydrating facials aimed at combating the effects of Jackson’s dry mountain air, there are plentiful spa options in the area. Add a day or afternoon of relaxation to your travel itinerary; there is no shortage of spas or spa treatments to alleviate the ailments that are commonplace during an active vacation.
Elevate Medical Spa: 307.216.2903
Grace Spa: 307.201.1888
Spa Terre at Teton Mountain Lodge: 307.732.6865
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
While its claim to fame is as a skiing destination, from top to bottom, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is simultaneously a mecca for summer entertainment. From scenic rides on the gondola or Aerial Tram to the via ferrata, and from hiking and biking trails to a disc golf course, there are endless ways to spend an hour, an afternoon, or an entire day at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort.
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort: 307.733.2292
Snow King Mountain
During the summer months, Snow King Mountain becomes a one-stop destination for all-day, family-friendly entertainment. From top to bottom, Snow King Mountain’s attractions include scenic gondola rides, paragliding, ziplining, hiking and biking trails, an outdoor roller coaster, an alpine slide, a mini golf course, and a bouldering park.
Snow King Mountain: 307.201.KING
Town Square Shootout
Take a step back in time during the shootout on Jackson’s Town Square. Every summer evening at 6 p.m. (except Sundays, because there’s no shootin’ on Sundays), this kitschy Western tradition attracts a crowd with the lively reenactment of frontier-style justice. Arrive early for a front-row spot at this free event.
Town Square Stagecoach Rides
Circle Jackson’s historic Town Square in a horse-drawn stagecoach wagon. Throughout the summer season, rides circle downtown Jackson throughout the day, starting at the Stage Stop on the south end of the Town Square.
Castagno Outfitters: 877.559.3585