The Drive to Yellowstone
The southern portion of Yellowstone National Park is just a 60-minute drive from Jackson Hole!Glacier is much more rugged than Yellowstone. Hiking will demand much more physical ability and skill. The whole park is much higher than Yellowstone, so animals and plant life will be quite a bit different than what you find in Yellowstone. That is, if you want to see bison, you'd better head for Yellowstone.
East Entrance Brings You to Yellowstone Lake
It stretches 20 miles long and 14 miles across and its shorelines are dotted with geothermal features. From there, the West Thumb Geyser Basic and Old Faithful lie to the southeast and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone to the north.Take your pick from one of 8 lodges in Grand Teton National Park.
- Climbers' Ranch.
- Colter Bay Cabins.
- Dornan's Ranch Cabins.
- Headwaters Lodge at Flagg Ranch Resort.
- Jackson Lake Lodge.
- Jenny Lake Lodge.
- Signal Mountain Lodge.
- Triangle X Ranch.
12 Top-Rated Places to Stay in Jackson Hole
- 1 Amangani. Photo Source: Amangani.
- 2 Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole. Photo Source: Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole.
- 3 The Rusty Parrot Lodge & Spa.
- 4 Teton Club.
- 5 Hotel Terra Jackson Hole, A Noble House Resort.
- 6 Hotel Jackson.
- 7 Teton Mountain Lodge & Spa, A Noble House Resort.
- 8 Rustic Inn Creekside Resort and Spa.
Full Day Suggestions
- Grand Teton National Park in ONLY One Day. You've only got one or two days, and you want to pack in as much as possible.
- Scenic Boat Ride. It's your vacation, and you want to relax, right?
- Backpacking.
- Fishing.
- Sail Jackson Lake or Canoe Leigh Lake.
- Saddle Up.
- Drive up Signal Mountain.
- Campfire Talks.
Pants: Light weight, zip-off hiking pants (that turn into shorts) are perfect for day use in and around Jackson Hole. A pair of blue jeans and khakis is also packing “do.” See Stio's Coburn Pant (Men's and Women's). 5. Waterproof shorts: Good for rafting, hiking and swimming in area lakes.
Known for its “cowboy powder” and challenging runs, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort was recently rated the number one ski resort in North America by Forbes magazine. In addition to expert and backcountry terrain, the mountain offers plenty of beginner and intermediate runs too.
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| COST OF LIVING | Jackson | Wyoming |
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| Housing | 347.2 | 99.1 |
| Median Home Cost | $802,800 | $229,200 |
| Utilities | 96.1 | 94.3 |
| Transportation | 73.5 | 77.6 |
What to Pack for Every Season
- Bathing Suit.
- Sun Protection.
- Dancing Shoes (or Boots!)
- Layers.
- Sporty Active Wear.
- Long Pants and Closed-Toed Shoes.
- Helmet Camera.
- Powder Skis.
This ranching community maintains its cowboy roots, but has a glamorous edge that attracts visitors and second home-owners like Kanye West and Kim Kardashian, Harrison Ford, Sandra Bullock, Brad Pitt, Pippa Middleton, Tiger Woods, Uma Thurman, Matthew McConaughey, and more.
When To Go
The most popular time to visit Wyoming is June through August, when the kids are out of school, special events such as rodeos occur, and it's prime time for river rafting, hiking, mountain biking, wildlife viewing, and other outdoor activities.Rental Cars and Taxis
Because of the START system's convenience, the abundance of local taxi services, Uber and Lyft service and the fact that many local outfitters will pick you up from your hotel en route to the day's adventure, having a car of your own is not necessary in Jackson Hole.From Denver, the shortest route is about 8.5 hours to Jackson Hole. A scenic drive, taking I-25 north to Highway 80 west takes travelers past Laramie and Rawlings.
The best time to visit Grand Teton National Park is from mid-May to late September when all the visitor centers, hiking trails and other park activities, including kayaking and fishing, are open and accessible. Beginning in October, winter blows through the park, shutting down most of its facilities and roads.
Situated on the doorstep of Grand Teton National Park and 57 miles from Yellowstone's South Entrance, Jackson Hole, a term that refers to the entire valley, offers lodging options for every budget, making it an excellent place to basecamp as you explore the two national parks.
Entrance to see Old Faithful, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and other wonders of America's first national park comes with a small price tag. The latter park, home to the mighty Grand Teton and other rugged peaks, also charges $35/vehicle for entrance.
A Yellowstone vacation package costs from $1,000/person for four nights to $5,000 or more per person. Not including tax and tips.
According to the defined rules and regulations of the Yellowstone National Park Service, sleeping in your vehicle, parked anywhere in the middle of the lands, is illegal. You can park your carriage at the campsite and can take your slumber in the car, avoiding all the expenses and the mess of camping gear.
The south entrance connects to another national wonder, Grand Teton National Park, while the east entrance provides the best access to Yellowstone Lake.
- North Entrance.
- West Entrance.
- South Entrance.
- East Entrance.
Best Places to Stay in Yellowstone National Park
Lake Lodge Cabins. Lake Yellowstone Hotel and Cabins. Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel and Cabins. Old Faithful Inn.Yellowstone National Park Hotels and Places to Stay
- Old Faithful Inn. Yellowstone National Park, WY.
- Canyon Lodge and Cabins. Yellowstone National Park, WY.
- Old Faithful Snow Lodge & Cabins.
- Lake Lodge Cabins.
- Lake Yellowstone Hotel And Cabins.
- Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel & Cabins.
- Roosevelt Lodge Cabins.
- Old Faithful Lodge Cabins.
- Old Faithful Inn. 3,209 reviews.
- Old Faithful Snow Lodge & Cabins. 1,753 reviews.
- Canyon Lodge and Cabins. 1,827 reviews.
- Lake Lodge Cabins. 861 reviews.
- Lake Yellowstone Hotel And Cabins. 1,544 reviews.
- Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel & Cabins. 2,321 reviews.
- Roosevelt Lodge Cabins. 433 reviews.
- Old Faithful Lodge Cabins. 618 reviews.
Just 2.5 miles from West Glacier is the entrance to the stunning Glacier National Park; you can be up and exploring the park in less than an hour.
From Jackson, Wyo., you can stop at the awe-inspiring Grand Teton National Park along your 57-mile drive north on the John D. Rockefeller Jr. Highway up to Yellowstone. Plus, if you are staying in Jackson, Wyo., the South Entrance is the easiest entrance to access Yellowstone.
The 42 mile scenic drive loop through Grand Teton National Park gives travelers intimate views of the Tetons and the chance to spot abundant and diverse wildlife in the surrounding wilderness. There are three entry points for the Teton Park Scenic Drive Loop. Parkway and enter the park at the Jackson Lake Junction.
Best Places to Stay in Yellowstone National Park
- Canyon Lodge and Cabins.
- Grant Village.
- Lake Lodge Cabins.
- Lake Yellowstone Hotel and Cabins.
- Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel and Cabins.
- Old Faithful Inn.
- Old Faithful Lodge Cabins.
- Old Faithful Snow Lodge and Cabins.
