Jackson, Wyoming National parks

Enjoy a scenic 12-minute ride to the summit of Rendezvous Mountain, offering unparalleled views. Listen to information on the history of the tram and resort, and even keep a look out for sightings of moose, bears, or other native animals. The Jackson Hole Aerial Tram will take you 4,139 feet up, to the "Top of the World" where you can take in breathtaking 360-degree views of the Tetons, Jackson Hole Valley, and the surrounding mountain ranges. The tram lets off right next to Corbet's Cabin, a small cabin at 10,450 feet above sea level. Here you can treat yourself to a coffee, hot chocolate, and world-famous gourmet waffles. After enjoying your waffle with a view, explore the area via an expansive trail network connecting Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Bridger-Teton National Forest, and Grand Teton National Park. The tram ride will take you right to the high-alpine hikes, without the 4,139 vertical feet trek to the top. This allows you to save your time and energy for the other exciting activities offered at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, including downhill biking in the JH Bike Park, guided climbing adventures on the Via Ferrata, an aerial ropes course experience, and more. During peak season, your sightseeing ticket includes access to not only the Jackson Hole Aerial Tram, but also the Bridger Gondola and Sweetwater Gondola. You are also welcome to enjoy evening rides on the Bridger Gondola (open Sunday to Thursday only). This is the best way to end your lively day at the mountain, providing the best spot to take in an alluring sunset vista while you cap off your day with drinks and appetizers on The Deck.

Experience on an unforgettable journey across the winter landscape of Jackson Hole's National Elk Refuge, home to the majestic Elk Herd and surrounded by some of Wyoming’s most scenic landscapes including the Grand Tetons. Enjoy a century-old tradition, allowing you to witness breathtaking scenery and encounter diverse wildlife while learning about the incredible wildlife conservation efforts of the refuge. Climb aboard a horse-drawn sleigh, delving into a unique Western adventure, guided by experts who share enthralling insights about the National Elk Refuge's history and its significance. Traverse the refuge, surrounded by the sounds of nature and the sight of majestic elk, engage with your knowledgeable guide, discovering intriguing facts about elk behavior, refuge management, why the thousands of elk migrate here for the winter, migration patterns, and the diverse wildlife thriving in this natural haven. Marvel at the sight of the largest migrating elk herd in North America, observing thousands of these magnificent creatures in their winter habitat. Be prepared to encounter an array of wildlife, from eagles, coyotes, and foxes to bison, wolves, deer, and a stunning variety of birds, making each sleigh ride a unique and captivating experience.

Join professional wranglers on a 2-hour or 4-hour horseback ride through the trails of Bridger-Teton National Forest on this tour from Jackson Hole. See stunning views of the Grand Teton mountain range and ride along a winding river. Start your adventure at one of the oldest dude ranches in the USA. Choose between a 2-hour ride or extend your wilderness adventure with a 4-hour tour. Meet your wrangler and guide, and get your riding gear.  Before heading to the trails, meet your friendly horse and learn how mount and dismount. Practice handling your horse with the reins and learn to control how fast your horse walks and how to stop, start, and steer.  Venture into the Aspen Tree Groves on horseback. Ride through the Bridger-Teton National Forest, looking for wildlife and local flora. Follow the horse trails and admire panoramic views of the Tetons.  Continue down into the Buffalo Valley to ride along a lazy river. Return to the ranch with a deeper connection to nature and an understanding of the Wild West.  When the wranglers load participants onto horses we will match the best horse for each rider for safety considerations we therefore can not allow you to pick horses. During the loading process we must take the time to care for the horses and make smaller groups of riders. Group sizes average approximately 10 riders and it can take over an hour to load all of the groups safely and care for the horses, so please be patient and expect this process to take some time. We appreciate your patience. Not suitable for children under 8 years old or riders over 240 pounds. Must wear closed toed shoes.

Hop onboard a custom raft with chairs for a scenic float tour along the Snake River, just 10 minutes from Jackson and Teton Village. Keep an eye out for wildlife such as bald eagles, beavers, marmots, golden eagles, moose, swans, red-hooded mergansers, mink, elk, mule deer, and various songbirds. Sit back and relax in a chair that provides back support instead of sitting on a tube for an extended period of time. Enjoy a 13-mile/20 km float on the Snake River, while soaking in views of the Teton, Gros Ventre, and Snake River Ranges. Stay warm with a Yeti blanket and enjoy complimentary still and sparkling water. After your trip, take a 20-30 minute ride back to the starting point.

Venture into the great outdoors on a wildlife tour of Grand Teton National Park and discover the park's diverse inhabitants and natural history. Ride in either an open-style safari vehicle in the summer or an enclosed and heated vehicle during the rest of the year and benefit from winter transfers from Jackson Hole. Stop frequently along your adventure to hop out and safely view wildlife close up, or use a high-powered scope to view far-off wildlife. Get your own pair of quality binoculars to watch the epic struggle for survival unfold before your eyes. Wind your way through this vast park, which encompasses over 310,000 acres and is home to a range of large mammals, such as grizzly and black bears, wolves, elk, moose, mule deer, pronghorn, bison, and bighorn sheep. Keep your eyes peeled for numerous bird species, including eagles, hawks, pelicans, grouses, and owls. Marvel at your guide's ability to spot animals, pointing out countless native creatures while you learn all about the park and its history and geology. You will also have the option to take a short hike during the tour.

When visiting Jackson Hole, experience an old-fashioned adventure on a dog sledding tour from Moran along the Buffalo Fork River. Enjoy the protected land of Heart Six Ranch, featuring amazing sweeping views of the river valley and The Grand Teton mountains. Stay warm inside a sled bag as a team of highly trained sled dogs guided by a professional musher pulls you safely along pristine, snow-covered tracks. The actual time in the dogsled is approximately 45 minutes. If requested the guide will teach you to drive the dogsled. Set off into the beautiful pastures of Heart Six Ranch and travel along Buffalo Valley Road. Take in the Buffalo Fork, a tributary that runs in front of the ranch and through Grand Teton National Park and Bridger-Teton National Forest. Finish off your trip with a warm cup of hot chocolate in the Buffalo Valley Cafe.

Embark on an 8-mile rafting trip adventure down the Snake River - the perfect summer activity to do on your visit to Jackson Hole, Wyoming for all ages and experience levels. Discover the Class II and III whitewater rapids with incredible opportunities to swim and get wet. Start the tour by arriving a the boathouse, just 1-mile from Town Square in Jackson. Meet your experienced white water guides and get suited up in wetsuits if needed (available to hire for an additional cost). From there, take a 30-minute bus ride to West Table in the Snake River Canyon. Feel free to leave anything on the bus that you don't want to get wet. When you arrive at the launch site, get kitted out with paddles and board the boat. When booking, you can choose between the classic boat option for 8-10 people or the smaller boat option which requires you to paddle at every rapid. Then, begin navigating downstream along this particularly wide and deep stretch of river which boasts class II and III level rapids. As the paddling picks up the pace, experience rapids including Lunch Counter, 3-ordeal, Cottonwood, Big Kahuna, and many more. Be prepared to get wet during this adrenaline-filled adventure. Listen as your guide teaches you about the history of the area and about some of the rapids. Along the way, admire the spectacular canyon scenery and keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife including eagles, mountain goats, otters, osprey, and elk. Have the chance to take a quick swim and cool down. Finally, end the route at Sheep Gulch which is 8-miles south of your departure point. Finally, board the same bus which will return you back to the boathouse where the tour concludes.

Take in the tranquility of the Teton Range with a relaxing float on the Snake River with a guide. Pass along 13 miles of river, and spot wildlife like eagles and moose as you go. Meet your guide and take a quick walk to the boat ramp on the Snake River. Get fitted for your lifejacket then board the raft and begin floating along Snake River. Then, sit back and relax as your guide takes care of the navigation from a center-mounted oar frame. Enjoy the scenery as your guide shows you the many beautiful sights and sounds of the river. Float over a thirteen-mile route down the beautiful Snake River as our friendly and professional guides share their knowledge of the history, geology, flora, and fauna of the river system. Next, take in the Teton Range as a backdrop for most of the float, as well as the Snake River Range, the Gros Ventre, and Hoback Ranges. Keep your eyes peeled for moose sightings, bald eagles, osprey, beaver, elk, and deer. Finally, after reaching the river bank at the end of the experience, your guide will drive you back to the original meeting point in Wilson.

Explore Yellowstone National Park on a snowmobile winter adventure. Get picked up early in the morning at your lodging in Jackson Hole area and head to the South Entrance of Yellowstone. Enjoy a tasty grab and go breakfast snack and get outfitted with your snowmobile gear. Along the way to Yellowstone, pass through the Grand Teton National Park, with breathtaking views of Teton Range.  Once in Yellowstone, travel the 45 miles of groomed trail to Old Faithful, making several stops to view wildlife and breathtaking winter panoramas. Discover Moose Falls, Lewis Canyon, Lewis Falls, and West Thumb Geyser Basin. Then, head to the largest concentration of geysers and hotspots in the park, where you will experience the super-heated water erupt skywards from the world-famous Old Faithful. Enjoy a delicious lunch here before continuing on your adventure. Return to your lodging around 6:00 PM.

After being picked up from your place of lodging anywhere in Jackson or Teton Village. The local supplier can make arrangements to meet lodgers staying in outlying areas at a convenient location. Head directly into Grand Teton National Park and begin exploring the breathtaking landscapes and amazing wildlife to be found within the park. Start the morning with a drive up the Gros Ventre river towards Kelly and Mormon row. This is a great area to spot moose, bulls, and cows. Then, enjoy a bit of history as you drive along Mormon Row, then back towards Moose Junction. Head into the heart of Grand Teton National Park from there along the Park loop road north road towards Jackson Lake. Explore points of interests such as Signal Mountain, Jackson Lake, Willow Flats, Oxbow Bend, Elk Ranch Flats, Dead Man’s Bar, Snake River Overlook, and many more. Returning to Jackson by about 11:30 AM. In addition to the many spectacular vistas and natural wonders that Grand Teton National Park has to offer, enjoy the chance to view the multitude of wildlife that makes Grand Teton it’s home. Bears, wolves, elk, moose, deer, eagles, all are common sights on the tour.