Our Favorites in Wilson + Jackson Hole, WY Area (in no particular order)
Parks & Nature
A favorite! View of Jackson Lake from the Colter Bay Beach is incredible. Picnic beaches on pebble beach. Can go into the lake. Nice park gift shop.
Colter Bay Village
A favorite! View of Jackson Lake from the Colter Bay Beach is incredible. Picnic beaches on pebble beach. Can go into the lake. Nice park gift shop.
You might just be lucky enough to spot a herd of bison. Great photo op from the John Moulton Barn within Mormon Row.
Antelope Flats Road
Antelope Flats RoadYou might just be lucky enough to spot a herd of bison. Great photo op from the John Moulton Barn within Mormon Row.
How can you not? Jackson Hole is the biggest gateway town to Yellowstone.
988 locals recommend
Yellowstone National Park
How can you not? Jackson Hole is the biggest gateway town to Yellowstone.
Beautiful view of the Tetons and a fantastic bike ride.
Check out the enormous cool new Mama Mimi troll sculpture #TrollLikeALocal .
8 locals recommend
Rendezvous Park
4270 River Springs DrBeautiful view of the Tetons and a fantastic bike ride.
Check out the enormous cool new Mama Mimi troll sculpture #TrollLikeALocal .
The back road of the Elk Refuge that you access from the end of E Broadway in Town is a great for big horn sheep sightings. Pretty views and a nice place to walk or run.
National Elk Refuge Road
National Elk Refuge RoadThe back road of the Elk Refuge that you access from the end of E Broadway in Town is a great for big horn sheep sightings. Pretty views and a nice place to walk or run.
Slide Lake
Teton National Forest
Old Faithful Geyser
Snake River
Jenny Lake
Take the scenic drive.
Taggart Lake Trailhead
Teton Pass
Emily Stevens Park
1300 Emily Stevens Park RoadPretty walk along the Snake River near the house
Granite Canyon Trailhead
Moose Wilson RoadOxbow Bend
Scenic byway from Cody to Red Lodge is a great side trip.
22 locals recommend
Beartooth Pass Vista Point
Scenic byway from Cody to Red Lodge is a great side trip.
Ski Lake
Snow King Mountain
Nice hike and dog friendly
Cache Creek
biking, hiking
Jackson Hole & Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center
532 N Cache StHighly recommend a stop.
Nature preserve. Access from Moose-Wilson Rd backroad to the park.
7 locals recommend
Laurance Rockefeller Preserve
Nature preserve. Access from Moose-Wilson Rd backroad to the park.
Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center
1 Teton Park RdThe Moose Visitor Center
Moose
Great Teton Views.
String Lake
Beautiful views
Granite Hot Springs Pool
Granite Creek RoadPopular hot spring.
Cunningham Cabin Historic Site
Cool photo op.
Schwabachers Landing Road
Schwabachers Landing RoadKnown for the sunrise vista. Beautiful views any time of the day.
Another hot springs alternative for those who partake.
11 locals recommend
Astoria Hot Springs and Park
25 W Johnny Counts RdAnother hot springs alternative for those who partake.
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Beautiful view.
Elk Ranch Flats Turnout
A frequent stomping ground for bison.
Mormon Barn
Scenic photo op.
Food Scene
Favorite food spots right in the neighborhood and around Jackson.
Adorable for breakfast, lunch and now dinner. 3-4 minute walk. A James Beard Foundation semi finalist. Other location in Town.
14 locals recommend
Persephone Westbank
3445 N Pines WayAdorable for breakfast, lunch and now dinner. 3-4 minute walk. A James Beard Foundation semi finalist. Other location in Town.
Local Japanese and very good. 3-4 minute walk. Our favorite Japanese restaurant in the area. We get a C-Monster roll, cucumber salad, and then some.
16 locals recommend
Sudachi
3465 N Pines WayLocal Japanese and very good. 3-4 minute walk. Our favorite Japanese restaurant in the area. We get a C-Monster roll, cucumber salad, and then some.
A family favorite.
More clean, lighter fare that's a bit Asian / California inspired. One of the most consistent restaurants in the area and one of our favorites in Town.
6 locals recommend
The Kitchen
155 Glenwood StA family favorite.
More clean, lighter fare that's a bit Asian / California inspired. One of the most consistent restaurants in the area and one of our favorites in Town.
Jackson version of Parisian brasserie style dining. Outdoor dining too. Off Town Square. Reincarnated version of the iconic Rendezvous Bistro.
The Bistro at The Cloudveil
112 Center StJackson version of Parisian brasserie style dining. Outdoor dining too. Off Town Square. Reincarnated version of the iconic Rendezvous Bistro.
Il Villaggio Osteria
3335 Village DrUpscale Italian in Teton Village.
The Granary Restaurant
1775 NE Butte RdAmazing view from the bar. (Note: closed for renovation. Reopening in 2024)
In Wilson. Get a non-heavy bagel and sit along the creek in the back. There's also a location in town on Pearl Street.
35 locals recommend
Pearl Street Bagels
1230 Ida DrIn Wilson. Get a non-heavy bagel and sit along the creek in the back. There's also a location in town on Pearl Street.
We usually stop here to grab lunch on our way in from the airport and then go to Albertson's or Whole Foods to pick up groceries on the way home.
16 locals recommend
Pica's Mexican Taqueria
1160 Alpine LnWe usually stop here to grab lunch on our way in from the airport and then go to Albertson's or Whole Foods to pick up groceries on the way home.
Coelette
85 South King StreetNew restaurant from the Persephone peeps. Chic cabin vibe in Town.
Signal Mountain Lodge
1 Inner Park RdHave lunch on the deck in the park and enjoy the lake view.
Looks like a big 'ol cabin with lots "when in Wyoming" wildlife taxidermy. Grilled items rule.
I always get the grilled salmon prepared off the menu on a Caesar salad, dressing on the side. Same area as Boot Barn.
9 locals recommend
Gun Barrel
862 W BroadwayLooks like a big 'ol cabin with lots "when in Wyoming" wildlife taxidermy. Grilled items rule.
I always get the grilled salmon prepared off the menu on a Caesar salad, dressing on the side. Same area as Boot Barn.
The Four Seasons Ascent Lobby Bar and HandleBar Restaurant are great for slope side drinks and dining.
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole
7680 Granite Loop RdThe Four Seasons Ascent Lobby Bar and HandleBar Restaurant are great for slope side drinks and dining.
Pretty consistent Pan-Asian cuisine with a buzzy vibe in Town.
20 locals recommend
Teton Tiger Restaurant and Bar
165 Center StreetPretty consistent Pan-Asian cuisine with a buzzy vibe in Town.
Healthy Being Café & Juicery
165 E Broadway AveLocal health food joint in Town,
The Bird
4125 US-89Casual with outdoor deck past Smith’s.
Continuum Bar & Grill
3345 Village DriveApres Ski in Teton Village.
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole
7680 Granite Loop RdApres ski at the Ascent Lounge or Handlebar
Victor Emporium
45 N Main StHuckleberry milkshake across Teton Pass.
Everest Momo Shack
245 W Pearl AveLocal favorite in Town.
Funky small town vibe In Wilson. Great for breakfast that's served all day on Sunday. Try the Huevos Rancheros.
40 locals recommend
Nora's Fish Creek Inn
5600 WY-22Funky small town vibe In Wilson. Great for breakfast that's served all day on Sunday. Try the Huevos Rancheros.
Open late.
Plus - new Westbank location right down the road! (see separate review)
7 locals recommend
Sidewinders Tavern
945 W BroadwayOpen late.
Plus - new Westbank location right down the road! (see separate review)
Palate
2820 Rungius RdRestaurant at the Museum with gorgeous view of Elk Refuge.
Beautiful lunch view of the Tetons. Food is fine, the view from outdoor tables is fabulous.
North Grille
5000 North Spring Gulch RoadBeautiful lunch view of the Tetons. Food is fine, the view from outdoor tables is fabulous.
Silver Dollar Bar & Grill
50 Glenwood Stold school
CocoLove
115 W Broadwaychocoholic dream
Moo's Gourmet Ice Cream
155 Center StHuckleberry.
Small outpost in Wilson too.
The Kitchen
155 Glenwood StOne of our favorites. Asian influence to modern American cuisine.
There Grand Terrace bar has a gorgeous view over the Snake River Valley and The Grill is very chic. Check out the incredible pool with a view while you're there.
Amangani
1535 NE Butte RdThere Grand Terrace bar has a gorgeous view over the Snake River Valley and The Grill is very chic. Check out the incredible pool with a view while you're there.
StillWest Brewery & Grill
45 E Snow King AveNice looking brewery near Snow King.
Bin22
200 W BroadwayTapas and wine store
Spur Restaurant & Bar
3385 Cody LnApres ski and dinner
Big Hole BBQ
325 West Pearl AvenueEasy BBQ in Town.
Healthy Being Café & Juicery
165 E Broadway AveCold pressed juice and organic food.
Bubba's Bar-B-Que Restaurant
100 Flat Creek DrIt's Bubba's!!
If you're arriving late you can order pizza to go on your way to the house.
27 locals recommend
Pinky G's Pizzeria
50 W BroadwayIf you're arriving late you can order pizza to go on your way to the house.
In all honesty, we never had a good meal or service but its rated one of the best. Resting on laurels or off nights, your choice.
34 locals recommend
Snake River Grill
84 E Broadway AveIn all honesty, we never had a good meal or service but its rated one of the best. Resting on laurels or off nights, your choice.
New Japanese restaurant in Town. Chef was formerly at Nobu. We had an excellent dinner During pandemic required proof of vaccine and staff wore face masks- a rarity in Jackson.
Kampai
175 Center StreetNew Japanese restaurant in Town. Chef was formerly at Nobu. We had an excellent dinner During pandemic required proof of vaccine and staff wore face masks- a rarity in Jackson.
Wilsons Pizza
1295 West StreetNearby pizza in Wilson at the base of Teton Pass.
In the town of Moose, right past the airport.
Skip the chuckwagon and walk to the back of the parking lot for the restaurant (or a photo op).
Okay food and spectacular Teton views. Gets super busy on nice days.
There's a pretty good wine store there too.
15 locals recommend
Dornan's Chuckwagon
12170 Dornans RdIn the town of Moose, right past the airport.
Skip the chuckwagon and walk to the back of the parking lot for the restaurant (or a photo op).
Okay food and spectacular Teton views. Gets super busy on nice days.
There's a pretty good wine store there too.
Cultivate Cafe
Plant based, vegetarian, and meat options.
The new Sidewinder's Westbank 2nd location of Sidewinder's is super convenient right up the road.
From salads to burgers to French onion soup (featured on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives) there's something for everyone on the menu at this reasonably priced restaurant and bar.
Fun arcade for the kids, large bar area, and outdoor tables in the summer. Open for lunch to late-ish.
Sidewinders American Grill
The new Sidewinder's Westbank 2nd location of Sidewinder's is super convenient right up the road.
From salads to burgers to French onion soup (featured on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives) there's something for everyone on the menu at this reasonably priced restaurant and bar.
Fun arcade for the kids, large bar area, and outdoor tables in the summer. Open for lunch to late-ish.
The new Sidewinder's Westbank 2nd location of Sidewinder's is super convenient right up the road.
From salads to burgers to French onion soup (featured on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives) there's something for everyone on the menu at this reasonably priced restaurant and bar.
Fun arcade for the kids, large bar area, and outdoor tables in the summer. Open for lunch to late-ish.
Sidewinders American Grill
The new Sidewinder's Westbank 2nd location of Sidewinder's is super convenient right up the road.
From salads to burgers to French onion soup (featured on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives) there's something for everyone on the menu at this reasonably priced restaurant and bar.
Fun arcade for the kids, large bar area, and outdoor tables in the summer. Open for lunch to late-ish.
Once a staple in Town Square now redirected at the updated Virginian. Classic burgers with waffle fries or salad. Falafel for vegetarians.
Billy's Burgers
Once a staple in Town Square now redirected at the updated Virginian. Classic burgers with waffle fries or salad. Falafel for vegetarians.
Jackson Drug
15 E Deloney AveMilkshakes and upscale diner food at the historic soda fountain.
Virginian Restaurant
Known for big, hearty breakfasts.
Drinks & Nightlife
Million Dollar Cowboy Bar
25 N Cache StCowboy wonderland.
Mangy Moose Steakhouse and Saloon
3295 Village DrEssentials
Our convenient & upscale local market is a gorgeous deli, butcher and grocer that you might want to snap it for your social feed. You’ll find what you need for daily pit stops and it’s just a couple of minute walk away from our door.
40 locals recommend
Aspens Market
4015 N Lake Creek DrOur convenient & upscale local market is a gorgeous deli, butcher and grocer that you might want to snap it for your social feed. You’ll find what you need for daily pit stops and it’s just a couple of minute walk away from our door.
Wilson Book Gallery
3465 N Pines WayRight in Westbank Center
Albertsons station
Large supermarket.
Smith's Food and Drug
1425 US-89Large supermarket.
Westside Wine & Spirits
4015 N Lake Creek DrNext to Aspen Market near the house.
T.J. Maxx
455 W BroadwayTeton Mountaineering
170 N Cache Stoutdoors shop
The upscale commercial area walking distance from our house.
Includes:
Persephone French Bakery and restaurant
Sudashi Sushi
MADE and Mountain Dandy outpost with candy bar
Wilson Book Gallery
Nest clothing boutique and cute things
Greta and Hakoon hair salon
UPS store
Drycleaner
Westbank Center
3485 North Pines WayThe upscale commercial area walking distance from our house.
Includes:
Persephone French Bakery and restaurant
Sudashi Sushi
MADE and Mountain Dandy outpost with candy bar
Wilson Book Gallery
Nest clothing boutique and cute things
Greta and Hakoon hair salon
UPS store
Drycleaner
Target
510 US-89No one wants to go to the ER but just incase, here's the local hospital. St. John’s Health emergency team in Jackson, WY consists of specially trained nurses, physicians, and medical specialists who remain on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This team is experienced in performing fast preliminary diagnosis and appropriate treatment for injuries, serious health conditions, and more.
St. John's Emergency Department is designated an Area Trauma Hospital by the WY Department of Womens choice award logoHealth. The criteria for this designation are derived from the American College of Surgery Level 3 trauma program designation. The Area Trauma Hospital designation verifies that St. John's Health meets all requirements from Wyoming in regards to four levels of trauma care, with Area Trauma Hospital being the second highest of four possible designations.
St. John's Hospital station
555 E Broadway AveNo one wants to go to the ER but just incase, here's the local hospital. St. John’s Health emergency team in Jackson, WY consists of specially trained nurses, physicians, and medical specialists who remain on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This team is experienced in performing fast preliminary diagnosis and appropriate treatment for injuries, serious health conditions, and more.
St. John's Emergency Department is designated an Area Trauma Hospital by the WY Department of Womens choice award logoHealth. The criteria for this designation are derived from the American College of Surgery Level 3 trauma program designation. The Area Trauma Hospital designation verifies that St. John's Health meets all requirements from Wyoming in regards to four levels of trauma care, with Area Trauma Hospital being the second highest of four possible designations.
Urban hydroponic farms for fantastic greens.
In season, also check out:
*Slow Food in the Tetons Farm Stand
*Jackson Hole Town Square Farmer’s Market
Market at Vertical Harvest
155 W Simpson AveUrban hydroponic farms for fantastic greens.
In season, also check out:
*Slow Food in the Tetons Farm Stand
*Jackson Hole Town Square Farmer’s Market
Whole Foods Market
1155 US-89Formerly Jackson Whole Grocer & Cafe, now Whole Foods.
REI
974 West BroadwaySweet Cheeks Meats
185 Scott LnLocal butcher with fresh fish deliveries, sandwiches, and small gourmet section.
Getting Around
Alamo Rent A Car
1250 E Airport RdAvis Car Rental
1250 E Airport RdWonderful path for biking or walking that weaves around the Jackson area. You can easily access it a couple of minutes from our house.
Jackson Hole Community Pathway System
Jackson Hole Community Pathway SystemWonderful path for biking or walking that weaves around the Jackson area. You can easily access it a couple of minutes from our house.
The local community bus. Our stop is The Aspens.
Schedule: https://www.jacksonwy.gov/404/Schedules
10 locals recommend
Start Bus at Snow King Hotel station
The local community bus. Our stop is The Aspens.
Schedule: https://www.jacksonwy.gov/404/Schedules
Entertainment & Activities
The stellar ski resort with tons of fun in summer months too.
Restaurants, shopping, and views!
32 locals recommend
Teton Village
The stellar ski resort with tons of fun in summer months too.
Restaurants, shopping, and views!
How can you visit a western women in the summer and not go to a rodeo?
12 locals recommend
Jackson Hole Rodeo
447 W Snow King AveHow can you visit a western women in the summer and not go to a rodeo?
Quick walk to the next community for Nordic, cross country, and skate skiing on the groomed golf course.
9 locals recommend
Teton Pines
3450 Clubhouse DrQuick walk to the next community for Nordic, cross country, and skate skiing on the groomed golf course.
Teton County Library
125 Virginian LnBeautiful library. You can rent movies too.
The National Museum of Wildlife Art, founded in 1987, is a Jackson Hole museum holding more than 5,000 artworks representing wild animals from around the world.
43 locals recommend
National Museum of Wildlife Art
2820 Rungius RdThe National Museum of Wildlife Art, founded in 1987, is a Jackson Hole museum holding more than 5,000 artworks representing wild animals from around the world.
Worth a drive over Teton Pass for this old school funky drive in with a spud potato theme. FORCED TO CLOSE BECAUSE OF DAMAGE TO SCREEN.. CHECK FOR REOPENING.
46 locals recommend
Spud Drive In Theatre
2175 ID-33Worth a drive over Teton Pass for this old school funky drive in with a spud potato theme. FORCED TO CLOSE BECAUSE OF DAMAGE TO SCREEN.. CHECK FOR REOPENING.
MovieWorks Cinema
860 US-89Center for the Arts
240 S Glenwood St
Togwotee Mountain Lodge
Togwotee Mountain Lodgesnowmobiling
Snow King Mountain
Buffalo Bill Center of the West
720 Sheridan AveWorthwhile overnight trip to Cody, WY
Museum of the Mountain Man
700 E Hennick StDay trop to Pinedale, WY
Hokey and fun cowboy humor and dinner right near by.
Second turn past the Aspens.
Closing in the summer of 2021 after a zillion years.
14 locals recommend
Bar J Chuckwagon Suppers
4200 W Bar J ChuckwagonHokey and fun cowboy humor and dinner right near by.
Second turn past the Aspens.
Closing in the summer of 2021 after a zillion years.
Jackson Hole Playhouse
145 W Deloney AveUsually a western themed family show.
Teton Raptor Center
5450 WY-22Astoria Hot Springs and Park
25 W Johnny Counts RdExercise
The Teton Sports Club is less than a 5 minute walk from our door. There’s an outdoor pool too. You can use their facilities by purchasing a guest pass.
Closest gym, outdoor pool and hot tub. Just a few minute walk. Purchase guest passes from the club. Check to see if they are still under renovation.
10 locals recommend
Teton Sports Club and CrossFit Jackson Hole
4030 N Lake Creek DrClosest gym, outdoor pool and hot tub. Just a few minute walk. Purchase guest passes from the club. Check to see if they are still under renovation.
Pilates In the Tetons
3525 Moose Wilson RdTeton Yoga Shala
3510 N Lake Creek DrOrangetheory Fitness
150 W Simpson AveMedicine Wheel Wellness
120 W Pearl AveHolistic health and healing facility.
The Rec Center was recently renovated and has a terrific Aquatic Center (lap pool, swimming pool, kids pool, slide, hot tub / steam room / sauna, and a therapy pool ), plus many programs and classes.
13 locals recommend
Teton County Recreation Center
155 E Gill AveThe Rec Center was recently renovated and has a terrific Aquatic Center (lap pool, swimming pool, kids pool, slide, hot tub / steam room / sauna, and a therapy pool ), plus many programs and classes.
Jackson Hole Health & Fitness
Popular gym.