![]() This map of the Town of Jackson is the starting points of these recommended road trips. This scenic route travels along the Snake River and showcases, beautiful foliage, miles of buttes and mountains with many boat ramps and scenic pull-outs. Spend the afternoon fishing off the shores of the river, soaking in the natural hot springs at Astoria Bridge or having a picnic along the river or at the reservoir. The Snake River Canyon runs from the south of Jackson, through Hoback Junction 22 miles to the small town of Alpine, near the banks of the Palisades Reservoir. Continue to the historic western Wyoming town of Pinedale, 75 miles south of Jackson and enjoy a local Rodeo, the Museum of the Mountain Man or a delicious meal at the PitchFork Fondue Company.ĭrive from Jackson to Alpine through the Snake River Canyon Granite Hot Springs Pool is approximately 30 miles south of Jackson just off route US 191/189. The route offers peaceful and astounding views of the Hoback River with scenery that is everchanging along the way. Whether coming or going, the spectacular Wind River Range is your companion much of the way on this less traveled scenic drive along US 191/189. Drive from Jackson to Granite Hot Springs and Pinedale through Hoback Canyon If you continue driving through Victor to Driggs make a day at Grand Targhee Resort that's known for it's deep powder skiing and wildflower fields sprinkled with hiking trails and mountain bike features. The sleepy town of Wilson is a perfect spot to gear up for the day. Continue west over Teton Pass toward Victor, Idaho. As you travel up the pass, watch for a small parking area on your left with a dirt road and sign for Phillips Canyon. This trail leads to a lovely alpine lake about 4 miles round trip and boasts an easy and fun family outing. ![]() Heading seven miles west out of the town of Jackson on Hwy 22, you will come across the base of Teton Pass and the town of Wilson, founded in 1899. The most famous structure of the 27 is the Moulton Barn. *You can make a pitstop at the famous Mormon Row that was home to the homesteaders of the late 1800s. Make sure to stop at the turnoff for a beautiful view of the Grand Tetons. Once you are in Kelly, follow the road as it arcs to the left, turn right at the Lower Slide Lake sign and continue. Here you will find a road lined with Aspen trees winding back to the Gros Ventre offering amazing views of this peaceful and pristine area. Travel seven miles north of downtown Jackson and take a right onto Gros Ventre Road towards the small town of Kelly. You can grab a bite to eat with the most amazing views at Jackson Lake Lodge or Signal Mountain Lodge. This way you will be looking directly at the Tetons while you are right underneath them. Want to "hike" with your car? Signal Mountain Road is the only paved road you can climb with your car to the 7,720 summit with 360-degree views of the Jackson Valley. Drive north on the main highway (the Outer Loop) and south on the Inner Loop Road. This route will lead you to many hiking trails that weave in and around the base of the Teton Range. The inner loop road winds through nearly all of the park’s major peaks and is the best way to get as close to the mountains as you can via car or bicycle. Stop at the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center to ask any park questions and grab some hiking maps. Watch for wildlife, you never know what you might see on this road!Ĭomplete the loop: Grand Teton National Park's Inner & Outer Loop Roadsĭrive north out of Jackson towards the small town of Moose. Follow the narrow road eight miles to the Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor Center in Moose, WY. ![]() The views though are worth it. Start at the entrance to Grand Teton National Park just north of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in Teton Village. Do not expect to drive quickly on this road - it is narrow and in some places dirt. Beaver dams are visible from your car, moose are often spotted and in the fall it's a hot-spot for bears. Moose-Wilson Road is an absolute when visiting Jackson Hole. If you'd prefer to be taken on one of these roadtrips by a local.and a wildlife biologist even, look into our many wildlife tour companies. You can even download an app - TravelStorysGPS and GaperGuide Self Guided Tours - to your phone that will automatically tell you stories about your surroundings. Gain your bearings and follow along our roadtrip guide by pulling up some maps of the area to the Jackson Hole Valley, the national parks and more.
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