Jackson Hole Wyoming

Don't skip a visit to Jackson Hole, Wyoming during your Yellowstone vacation. A popular destination for summer and winter, Jackson not only offers a ton of lodging options and services, but it is a mecca for outdoor recreation and still shares a bit of the Old West flare.

Overview
One of the major gateway communities to Yellowstone National Park is Jackson Wyoming. Located a mere 62 miles south of the Southern entrance to Yellowstone, Jackson, Wyoming is a location destination in its own right.

Jackson is the hub for three well-known and challenging ski resorts and a myriad of attractions and activities for all seasons.

Location
Jackson, Wyoming can be found in the west-central portion of Wyoming, only a few miles from the Wyoming-Idaho border and just a 1 ½ hours drive south of the south entrance to Yellowstone National Park. It is located in a picturesque valley, surrounded by spectacular mountain ranges.

Services/Amenities
With a small year round population – a little over 8,500 – Jackson supplies all the uniqueness and friendliness of a small town combined with large city amenities. The main economic interest in Jackson is tourism. Therefore, any visitor will find many and a wide variety of dining options, lodging facilities, activities, attractions and an array of entertainment.

Activities
Due to its mountain location and close proximity to two national parks, three ski resorts, and a population interested in the arts and culture, Jackson has many activities to pick from.

  • Summer Activities
    Aerial Tram Rides
    Boating
    Canoeing and Kayaking
    Fly-Fishing
    Golfing
    Horseback Riding
    National Park Tours
    Whitewater Rafting
    Scenic Chairlift Rides
    Scenic Float Trips
    Theater
    Whitewater Rafting
    Wildlife Tours
    Music Festivals
  • Winter Activities
    Aerial Tram Rides
    Cross-country skiing
    Dog Sled Tours
    Skiing
    Snowcoach Tours
    Snowmobiling
    Snow tubing
    Snowshoeing
    Sleigh rides

Attractions
Attractions in Jackson, Wyoming and the surrounding area are as vast and varied as the activities.

Center for the Arts
History Museum
National Elk Refuge
Three (3) ski resorts
Two (2) National Parks
Wildlife Art Museum

Getting Here
Jackson is served by the Jackson Hole Airport (JAC). American, Delta, Northwest, SkyWest, and United airlines provide service into and out of Jackson Hole Airport, many with non-stop flights to major cities through out the United States.

Other major cities, which are close to Jackson, include

Idaho Falls, Idaho – 90 miles
Rock Springs, Wyoming – 200 miles
Salt Lake City, Utah – 307 miles
Denver, Colorado – 523 miles

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