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Jackon Hole/Tetons

Stunning scenery, ample outdoor adventure opportunities, and the chance to experience wildlife close up make Jackson Hole a great trip for active groups.  

Quick Facts

Distance

About 4 - 4.5 hours from Midway.  Good paved roads to most locations.

Recommended Ages

12 - 18, depending on activities

Activities

Camping, hiking, fishing, whitewater rafting, mountain biking, wildlife viewing

Cost

$50 - $250 per person for 3 - 5 day camps, depending on the itinerary

Season

Year round depending on the activities desired. Can also be an incredible winter destination for skiing, snowshoeing, and winter camping.

Recommended Resources

Fishing gear, mountain bikes, whitewater rafting equipment and expertise 

Suggested Campgrounds

This is a popular area and the main campgrounds are often full in the high season, though it is always worth it to camp close to the Tetons themselves.  The further north you go in the park the better the option.  Also consider camping at Granite Creek, near Hoback Junction, or at Shadow Mountain primitive camping area (which has great views of the Tetons and great mountain-biking).


Sample Itinerary

Day 1 (Tuesday)

Travel and set up camp

Day 2 (Wednesday)

Raft the Snake River below Jackson. "Lunch Counter" and "Big Kahuna" are two of the legendary rapids you'll encounter along this 8 mile stretch of class II-III+ whitewater. Stop for burgers in Jackson.


Cost:  $89 per person

https://www.tetonwhitewater.com/snake-river-whitewater-rafting/

Day 3 (Thursday)

Mountain bike the Shadow Mountain trail, which provides amazing views of the Tetons and the chance to spot wildlife. This 7.4 mile loop is rated intermediate to advanced.

https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/7017190/shadow-mountain-loop


Cost: Free if you bring your own bikes. Bike rentals available from numerous vendors in Jackson.

Day 4 (Friday)

Hike around Jenny Lake to Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point. Jenny Lake offers fishing and kayaking in a stunning alpine setting in the shadow of the Tetons. Bring a fishing pole for some great action, but don't forget to get a Wyoming fishing license!


Cost:  $14 pp for a one-day Wyoming nonresident fishing license (if you plan to fish)

Day 5 (Saturday)

Break camp and return home.


Add-ons and Substitutions

Granite Creek Hot Springs

There is a hot waterfall near the cold waterfalls that is free. There is a small fee for the CCC-build springs further up the road

Hoback River Rafting

This stretch of the Hoback is easy navigated, with only one small rapid

Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing (Winter)

Spectacular cross-country skiing and snowshoeing is available right in Grand Teton National Park

Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone is just 100 miles up the road...

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