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Jackson Hole Travel Guide
Jackson is the gateway to two national parks — Grand Teton starts a few minutes north of town, and Yellowstone's south entrance is about an hour beyond that. One America the Beautiful pass covers both, which makes the scenery the cheapest part of an expensive town. Lodging peaks twice: July and August for park season, and the ski holidays at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Victor and Driggs, Idaho, over Teton Pass, are the standard budget bases. Wildlife on the National Elk Refuge and along the park roads costs nothing to watch. This guide covers park access, seasons, and where to sleep for less.
Quick tips
- One national parks pass covers both Grand Teton and Yellowstone.
- Victor and Driggs, Idaho are much cheaper bases, about 45 minutes over Teton Pass.
- September has park weather without July and August pricing.
- The National Elk Refuge and park roadside wildlife viewing are free.
- Book any July or August lodging months ahead — supply is genuinely tight.
Frequently asked
When is Jackson Hole cheapest?
The shoulder months — late April through May and late October through November — when neither park season nor ski season is running.
How far is Yellowstone from Jackson?
About an hour to the south entrance, driving through Grand Teton National Park to get there.
Where can you stay near Jackson for less?
Victor and Driggs, Idaho, over Teton Pass, and Alpine to the south, all price well below the town of Jackson.