
Dina Mishev
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Alaska Basin
Jackson HoleAlaska Basin is a favorite among many Jackson Hole locals. Whether taking advantage of some of the wonderful camping spots with an overnight trip, or simply going out for a long day hike or run, you're sure to find something to suit your fancy in this gorgeous wilderness area.
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Gros Ventre Highline Trail
Jackson HoleThe Gros Ventres might not be as famous as the Tetons, but they are a vaster range.
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Blue Miner Lake
Jackson HoleBlue Miner Lake is considered by many locals to be the best lake in Jackson Hole. It may be a pretty strenuous 7-mile hike to reach it, but once there, you won't be disappointed. Magnificent.
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Shoal Falls
Jackson HoleThe Shoal Falls Trail offers a roughly 10-mile roundtrip hike through rolling meadows and aspen groves with a beautiful set of falls at the terminus.
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Hanging Canyon
Jackson HoleIt might not be as well known as Cirque of the Towers, but it's certainly close in terms of quality. This 12.4-mile loop features a lot of elevation and an equal amount of stunning scenery.
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Cirque of the Towers
Jackson HoleThe Cirque of the Towers is a truly special destination with world-class climbing, hiking, and backpacking.
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Ashton-Tetonia Rail Trail
Jackson HoleThis roughly 30-mile stretch of relatively flat, gravel, biking trail is the closest rail trail there is to Jackson Hole. The signage is a little confusing, but what "hidden gem" truly has signage littered all over the place?
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Teton Crest Trail
Jackson HoleThis 45-mile route takes hikers and backpackers through one of the world's most spectacular mountain ranges and makes sure to showcase all of the very best features and landmarks along the way.
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Bechler River Trail
Jackson HoleThis 32-mile route along the beautiful Bechler River is one of the best ways to experience Yellowstone National Park. Though there are some logistical issues, hiking this trail is totally worth it- a great way to get away from the crowds and into the wilderness.
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Boiling River
Jackson HoleBoiling River is one of the few places within Yellowstone NP where you're actually allowed to soak in the warm thermal springs, and it's only a 1/2-mile hike from the parking lot.
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Cache to Game Mountain Biking
Jackson HoleThis 20-mile mountain bike loop features terrain ranging from gravel forest service roads, to winding, steep single track, to open, expansive meadows and thick aspen and pine tree groves. Only two miles from Town Square, this is the most convenient ride option in Jackson.
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Cache Peak
Jackson HoleThis 18-mile roundtrip route offers some of the best views in the area of the Tetons. It's a really wonderful place to explore the big country.
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Paintbrush to Cascade Canyon
Jackson HolePaintbrush Canyon and Cascade Canyon are two of the most spectacular destinations in Teton National Park, and the loop that connects the two is one of the best hikes in the nation.
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Phelps Lake Jumping Rock
Jackson HoleThe Jumping Rock on the northeastern shore of serene Phelps Lake is a very popular summer destination for locals and out-of-towners trying to cool off after a nice hike in the area.
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Tram Hiking
Jackson HoleThough some Jackson residents consider using the JHMR tram to be cheating, if used correctly, it can really just save you time and energy and add to your hiking and backpacking options.
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Sleeping Indian
Jackson HoleThis trail is somewhat difficult to access, but if you can find it (and stay on it), you'll be treated to one of the best hikes in the Jackson Hole area: wildflowers aplenty and great views of the Tetons.
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Jackson-Kelly Loop Cycling
Jackson HoleThis is a flat route with very little car traffic, making it a pleasant ride with a variety of different route lengths.
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Jimmy's Mom Trail
Jackson HoleJimmy's Mom is a mile-long downhill that features fast singletrack and fun, expert jumps.
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JHMR Bike Park
Jackson HoleJackson Hole Mountain Resort has created the best mountain bike park in the Tetons, featuring plenty of diverse trails, fun downhills, and ski lift rides to the top.
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Teton Pass South Side
Jackson HoleThough often quite crowded, the backcountry skiing and snowboarding on the south side of Teton Pass is really enjoyable.
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Breccia Peak Backcountry Skiing and Snowboarding
Jackson HoleBackcountry skiing at Breccia Peak near Togwotee Pass is a highly accessible and scenic option. Shots are short and steep, but views are long, and you can get back to the top in about 15 minutes.
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Jackson Peak Skiing
Jackson HoleBombing down the north face of 10,741-footer, Jackson Peak, is a skiing experience that many locals can't get enough of.
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East Face of Buck Mountain - Skiing
Jackson HoleThe East Face of Buck Mountain is one of the most classic ski mountaineering objectives in the Tetons.
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Maverick
Jackson HoleLocated between 25 Short and Wimpy's, Maverick is a backcountry skiing destination in Grand Teton NP that offers some of the best lines in the area.
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Fall Creek Road
Jackson HoleFall Creek Road is an extremely scenic cycling and road running route that is a 36-mile out and back from Jackson's Town square.