Jackson Hole is the kind of place that stays with your family long after the vacation ends. It is where adventure feels bigger, the mountains rise sharper, and every day offers something unforgettable, weather that means your child skiing their first green run, spotting a moose on the drive to breakfast or watching the sun set behind the Tetons after a day on the slopes.
Fly into the Grand Teton National Park
From the moment you fly in, Jackson Hole feels different. The Jackson Hole Airport is the only commercial airport located inside a national park, and your arrival comes with amazing views of the Teton Range rising dramatically from the valley floor. The mountains seem to explode straight out of the earth. It is a first impression that sets the tone for the entire trip.
For families who love skiing, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort offers something rare, a mountain that is unapologetically extreme, yet incredible family friendly. Known worldwide for legendary terrain like Corbet’s Couloir and the adrenaline-filled Kings & Queens of Corbet’s competition, Jackson Hole attracts expert skiers and thrill seekers from around the globe. But what surprises many visitors is how welcoming the mountain is for beginners and families.
With over 4,000 vertical feet, the longest continuous vertical rise of any ski resort in the United States, 131 named runs, and trails stretching more than four miles long, there is truly something for everyone. Parents can challenge themselves on advanced terrain while kids build confidence on beginner friendly slopes designed to make learning fun and approachable.
The Iconic Aerial Tram affectionately known as Big Red, carries skiers high above the valley for unforgettable views and unforgettable waffles. Yes, the waffles at Corbet’s Cabin at the top of the Tram are every bit as famous as people say. Warm, golden, and worth every bit of the hype.
A Great Snow Sports School and Programs
Mountain Sports School is often what transforms a family vacation into a lifelong love of skiing from private lessons that allow everyone to learn together, to kids’ programs that make progression exciting and approachable, to guided backcountry experiences that take skiing to the next level. Expert instructors help beginners feel comfortable on snow while more advanced skiers can refine their technique and explore new terrain.
Visit the Elk Refuge
Beyond the slopes, Jackson offers winter experiences that feel straight out of a storybook. Families can keep the adventure going by skating together at the ice rink, exploring the magical ice castles at the base of the resort, or taking a horse-drawn sleigh ride through the National Elk Refuge just outside of town. Each winter, thousands of elk gather on the valley floor, creating one of Jackson’s most unforgettable experiences. Sleigh rides take visitors right into the heart of the National Elk Refuge, offering an incredible up-close view of this remarkable wintering herd.
Gateway to Grand Teton and Yellowstone
Just beyond, two of the most iconic national parks in the world await. Grand Teton National Park offers breathtaking alpine scenery just minutes away, while Yellowstone showcases hot springs, erupting geysers and landscapes unlike anywhere else on earth. Between them, this is one of the most remarkable wildlife regions in North America. It’s not uncommon to spot elk, bison, moose, and wolves while on a guided hike or snowmobile adventure in the Park.
What makes Jackson Hole truly unforgettable isn’t just one thing; it’s the contrast. It’s standing at the top of a world-famous couloir in the morning and enjoying a fun night out in town together by evening. It’s pushing your limits one day and cruising blue’s with your family the next. It’s rugged, thrilling and welcoming all at once.
