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Jackson (Wyoming) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

town in the Jackson Hole valley of Teton County, Wyoming, United States

About Jackson (Wyoming)

The terms "Jackson" and "Jackson Hole" are often mistakenly interchanged. "Jackson" is the name of the town. "Jackson Hole" refers to either the greater valley area (including, for example, the towns of Wilson and Kelly) or the Jackson Hole ski resort. Jackson transforms from a popular ski town during the winter into a mecca for travelers here to admire and participate in boundless summer beauty and activities. Meanwhile, in the spring and fall seasons, the town slows down as only the 6,000 or so year-round residents remain (and many of them may leave during this time as well) and many of the hotels and restaurants close for the season. Each of the seasons have their pluses and minuses depending on the visitor's expectations and desires, but it pays to know what time of year is best for

Top Attractions in Jackson (Wyoming)

Explore the best things to see and do in Jackson (Wyoming):

  • Alpine Slide
  • Barker-Ewing River Trips
  • Grand Targhee Resort
  • Horse Creek Ranch
  • Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
  • Jackson Hole Museum
  • Jackson National Fish Hatchery
  • Mad River Boat Trips

Where to Eat in Jackson (Wyoming)

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Dornan's Chuckwagon
  • 🍴Gather
  • 🍴Jedediah's
  • 🍴Mangy Moose
  • 🍴Palate
  • 🍴Pearl Street Bagels

Where to Stay in Jackson (Wyoming)

  • 🏨4 Winds Motel
  • 🏨Amangani
  • 🏨Angler's Inn
  • 🏨Antler Inn
  • 🏨Bentwood Inn
  • 🏨Best Western Lodge at Jackson Hole

Jackson (Wyoming) Travel Guide Sections

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