Glenn & Alexandra
Things To Do
Hiking
You’re in Wyoming! Get outside and enjoy the great outdoors! As far as nature goes, Jackson is unbeatable. With Grand Teton National Park just around the corner and Yellowstone National Park about an hour away, the hiking options are overwhelming, to say the least. Not a hiker? Rent a bike. Visit the Jackson Hole Historical Society. Ride the tram to the top of the mountain. Drive through Teton National Park and look for bears. Rent a boat and spend the day on Jackson Lake. Okay, it might be tough to squeeze in everything, but make sure you get outside at some point!
Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton National Park is just to the north of Teton Village on the Moose Wilson Road. There is an entrance fee to get in to the park. Once there, you can drive to various points to see the sites or get out of your car and explore on foot. For those new to the area, there are grizzly bears in Wyoming. This is not a joke! Make sure you are bear aware and bring bear spray with you on all hikes – it is a must. Bear spray can be rented for $8 a day from Teton Backcountry Rentals or purchased for $50 a can. If you are lucky, you will see bear, elk, moose, bison and a bald eagle on your trip…but keep your distance as these are wild animals!
Phelps Lake Hike
Hiking to Phelps Lake is a popular short hike in Grand Teton National Park. The hike to the lake is 4 miles round trip. You can also choose to venture around the lake and jump off the famed jumping rock. Continue further into Death Canyon if you are looking for a longer hike.
Taggart/Bradley Lakes Hike
Beautiful lakes at the base of the Tetons! This is another mellow hike to gorgeous views. The Taggart Lake to Bradley Lake loop is 5.5 miles and will not disappoint!
Granite Canyon Hike
Moderate to difficult, depending on the length of the hike. This goes to the top of the Tram (15 miles), but you can go up as little or much as you want.
Surprise & Amphitheater Lakes Hike
This ten-mile round trip is a Teton classic, but because it climbs about 3,000 vertical feet over five miles, it is considered difficult. An early start is recommended.
Top of the Gondola
The trailhead is conveniently located in Teton Village. Follow the Wildflower trail up the ski resort to the Couloir restaurant at the top of the Gondola. If you time your hike accurately, you can make it to the Couloir Deck in time for some live music and drinks and take the Gondola back down for free!
Leigh, Bearpaw & Trapper Lakes
This straightforward, flat hike offers stunning views of the sheer north faces of the main Teton peaks. Leave your car at the String Lake parking lot and head north along a well-marked path.
Jenny Lake and Hidden Falls
Easy hike with a boat ride across the lake. This is a great spot for children and families as the boat ride is fun in and of itself and you can walk up to the waterfalls at Hidden Falls or not, and it is still pretty. Boats leave from Jenny Lake to Hidden Falls about every 20 minutes. There can be crowds!
BIKING
Rent a bike from one of the below stores and explore Jackson’s paved trail system or over 115 miles of mountain bike trails.
Hoffs Bikesmith
JH Sports
Teton Village Sports
Dornans
FLY FISHING - FISH THE FLY
Locally owned and operated fly fishing guide service
FLY FISHING - WorldCast Anglers
Located in the Orvis store in Jackson