Jackson Hole
Which is it? Jackson or Jackson Hole? Jackson Hole is the name of the valley in which the city of Jackson lies. Jackson Hole was originally named “Jackson’s Hole” after Davey Jackson, a mountain man who trapped in this area during the late 1800s. “Hole” is an old term used to describe a high mountain valley.

Jackson is well-known for being a playground for the wealthy as well as for the sports enthusiast. The skiing and snowboarding in this region are world-renowned. Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has two mountains, 2,500 acres of in-bounds terrain and the longest continuous vertical rise of any ski area in the U.S.: 4,139 feet from the valley floor to the top of Rendezvous Mountain. The resort also features an open backcountry gate system with 3,000 acres of untracked slopes. Don’t ski? Take your family on a sleigh, snowmobile or dogsled ride!

But there’s so much more than winter sports here. The mountains attract climbers and bikers, while the nearby Snake River lures whitewater rafters, kayakers and fishers. Teton Village is a summertime destination all its own, with fantastic hiking, biking, paragliding and spectacular golf resorts.

Connoisseurs of culture and the arts love Jackson, and many artists are drawn here to be a part of the vibrant growing arts community. The Grand Teton Music Festival held in the summer has more than 40 concerts featuring a full orchestra and chamber music as well as family concerts. Do you like to be pampered? The world-class resorts, spas, shopping and fine dining in Jackson will satisfy the most discriminating tastes.

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