Jackson Hole sits at the foot of the Grand Tetons with lakes, moose and elk wandering the valley and a lively Western town square. It is a base for both Grand Teton and Yellowstone, and a major ski destination in winter.
Month by month
Best: January, February, July, August, September, October, November
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Avoid Poor OK Good Excellent Peak
How long to stay
3–5 days is the sweet spot.
Flight time
About 4.5h from the US East Coast, 10.5h from Europe, 19h from South Asia.
Good to know
- Wildlife is dangerous: keep 25 yards from elk and moose, and 100 yards from bears and wolves.
- Summer sees heavy traffic into the parks; start early or stay in Moose or Colter Bay.
- Many seasonal roads and services close from November to early May.
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