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Seasonal recreation
Warm weather activities
Located slope-side at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole is just minutes from the Snake River, 1 mile (1.6 kilometres) from the entrance to Grand Teton National Park and a one-hour drive from Yellowstone National Park. Adventures on land, water and sky begin from the doors of our Base Camp.
Our full-service outdoor adventure Concierge, Base Camp at Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole provides guests with the information, guidance and equipment required to best experience the vast offerings of Jackson Hole’s outdoor playground. Our Base Camp counsellors can give advice and make arrangements for all of your adventures in our backyard and beyond. Exciting options are available for all ages and levels of ability.
Water activities
Fly fishing
Jackson Hole is known as a Mecca for fly fishing, drawing enthusiasts from around the globe. Our in-house director of fly fishing offers casting and fly-tying lessons, and expert instruction and guiding on private float trips in a hand-crafted wooden boat. Just minutes from Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole, Snake River offers abundant wildlife viewing, unsurpassed sceneries of the Tetons – and world-class fly fishing for native cut-throat trout. Day trips and custom fly-fishing vacation packages are available.
Kayaking, canoeing and tubing
Paddle and play in the waters of Jackson Hole's rivers and lakes. Choose your vessel: a flat-water or sport kayak, a traditional canoe or even an inflatable kayak "duckie." The Snake and Hoback rivers offer more thrills with exciting, swift rapids. If you prefer a tranquil afternoon, glide through the calm waters of String Lake or Leigh Lake in Grand Teton National Park. For boat rentals, lessons or even a picnic lunch, the Base Camp will happily make the necessary arrangements so you can focus on having fun.
White-water rafting and scenic floats
Jackson Hole is home to a wide range of river-running options. Trips vary from a calm, scenic trip on the upper Snake River to a wild ride on the rapids of the lower Snake. The calm section meanders through Grand Teton National Park, offering unique perspectives on the mountains and a safe way to see wildlife. The exciting lower stretch of the Snake River runs the white water of the Snake River Canyon. Experience Big Kahuna, Lunch Counter and other fun rapids rated from Class II to Class IV, depending on conditions. Some river guide vendors include: Sands, Barker Ewing, Mad River, Dave Hansen and Jackson Hole Whitewater.
Wooden boat tours
Enjoy a private scenic float in a handmade wooden boat with the option of a gourmet catered riverside meal and fly fishing. A. J. DeRosa's Wooden Boat Tours will provide guests with a memorable experience on the river.
Air activities
Air tour
Let the magic of motorless flight in one of the world's most awe-inspiring areas provide you with the adventure of a lifetime: soar over the spectacular Teton Mountain Range in a glider. The tour starts in Driggs, Idaho, with a tow up the west side of the Grand Teton, approximately 11,700 feet (3,566 metres) above the valley floor. Then enjoy the leisurely soar back to the airport in Driggs. If a glider is not your thing, hop on board a Cessna 172 and fly above the Bridger-Teton and Targhee National Forests and Teton Valley, Idaho, and take advantage of phenomenal photography opportunities.
Hot-air ballooning
Fly in a balloon over the largest remaining private open space in Jackson Hole, a working ranch bordered by Grand Teton National Park, the Bridger-Teton National Forest and the Snake River. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Teton Mountain Range, Jackson Hole Ski and Mountain Resort and Teton Village from 1,500 to 4,000 feet (460 to 1,200 metres) above the valley floor.
Paragliding
Tandem paragliding is truly an unforgettable experience. Float over the town of Jackson Hole and its surrounding wilderness with a certified USHGA paragliding instructor who will ensure your safety as you take in the inspiring valley views.
Land activities
Alpine slide
On the Snow King Mountain, rising from the town of Jackson, ride the chairlift to the top of the mountain and thrill to the adventure of the alpine slide, a luge-inspired ride that hurtles through 2,500 feet (760 metres) of wildflowers and forest. Your slide-ride down can be as relaxing or exhilarating as you like. You control your own speed – no special skills are required. Slide opens Memorial Day weekend.
National park and wildlife tours
Guided tours of Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks are open to the public from approximately May through October. Visitors may explore these national treasures on their own or with the help of a tour guide. With soul-stirring landscapes as the backdrop, you will view rare wildlife in their natural habitat, while your experienced guide educates you on their origins, habits and history. Guides can also elaborate on the geological history of the area, and find the most dazzling views.
There are many excellent guiding services for both private and group tours in Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. Base Camp can help you select and book the best one for you.
Driver Provider Tours – Offering full- and half-day private tours from the comfort of their seven-passenger luxury SUVs, Driver Provider is our most highly recommended park tour service. The guides are extremely knowledgeable and display props to demonstrate geological features as well as animal prints and furs to help educate guests about the wildlife in the parks.
Wildlife Expeditions – Part of the Teton Science School, Wildlife Expeditions tours feature trained biologist guides, safari-style vehicles, scopes and binoculars, snacks and lunch. The Grand Teton National Park Sunrise and Sunset tours are especially popular. These are four-hour tours that take place during the best times to view wildlife.
Mountain bike
Pedal your way to a half- or full-day adventure on Rendezvous Mountain or further into the pristine Jackson Hole backcountry. There is chairlift access to most trails on Rendezvous. Experience a broad variety of amazing mountain bike trails in Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, the Bridger-Teton and Targhee National Forest areas or Cache Creek Canyon, a more challenging trail system. Riders of all ages and levels can enjoy wheeling through fields of wildflowers, along mountain ridges, through aspen groves and alongside rivers and streams.
Guests can have our Base Camp counsellors help with self-guides and renting bikes from one of the many shops in the area, and self-guide. Alternatively, they can enlist a professional mountain bike guide. Teton Mountain Bike Tours offers private guides and Hoback Sports offers private tours with instruction. For all mountain biking excursions, we recommend that you bring sturdy shoes, camera, wind/rain shell, shorts, sunglasses, sunscreen, extra water and snacks. Guides and instructors will supply the bike, helmet, gloves, water bottle and transportation from the Resort.
Road bike
Paved or hard-packed roads and trails throughout Jackson Hole offer dramatic views and the possibility of wildlife sightings. Families and recreational riders will enjoy riding along the National Elk Refuge Road or The Pathways. More experienced cyclists will enjoy the challenge of Teton Pass.
Chuckwagon supper ride
Experience the spirit of the Old West with a chuckwagon supper ride aboard an 1800s-style, horse-drawn covered wagon. Enjoy a barbecue dinner and a traditional Western music show complete with bluegrass music and Wyoming ranch stand-up comedy. Children and adults of all ages will get a kick out of this memorable evening of cowboy culture.
Golf
Teton Pines is a full-service, semi-private championship golf course offering tee boxes of varying levels, many water features and large greens. This 18-hole course, opened in 1987, was designed by Arnold Palmer. Located just 5 miles (8 kilometres) from the Resort, the course offers a pro shop, golf instruction, club rentals, driving range and putting green.
Jackson Hole Golf and Tennis Club is the valley's first full-service championship 18-hole golf course. Opened in 1963 and redesigned in 1973 by Robert Trent Jones II, it showcases some of Jackson Hole's most breathtaking Teton views. This semi-private club is consistently ranked number one in the state of Wyoming by Golf Digest magazine. Located just 20 miles (32 kilometres) from the Resort, the club offers a pro shop, golf instruction, club rentals, driving range and putting green.
Hiking
Right outside the Resort's Base Camp or minutes away in Grand Teton National Park, hikes to dazzling mountain peaks, waterfalls and glacial lakes abound. Panoramic valley views will take your breath away. Explore countless hiking trails, from beginner's level to advanced. For those who choose to go on their own, Base Camp counsellors can provide all the necessary information, maps, directions and recommendations, including where to go and what to bring, wear, look for and expect. They can acquaint you with the wildflowers, wildlife, birds, history and geology of the greater Yellowstone ecosystem. Bring your camera to capture the stunning landscape and rare wildlife. For those who prefer on-trail guidance, Base Camp counsellors can arrange daily ranger-led hikes in Grand Teton National Park as well as naturalist-led hikes into the National Park and National Forest adjacent to the Resort. The Hole Hiking Experience provides private guided hikes in Bridger Teton National Forest.
Horseback riding
Horseback riding in Jackson Hole offers the romance of Old West-style travel and exploration combined with the chance to see an abundance of rare and magnificent wildlife. From Teton Village, ride north into Grand Teton National Park, either exploring Granite Canyon or looking for wildlife on the Valley Trail. There is a variety of horseback riding outfitters; all have an eight-year-old age minimum and suggest bringing long pants, insect repellent, hat, sunscreen, closed-toe shoes or cowboy boots, and a camera.
Green River Outfitters – Green River Outfitters, located an hour from the Resort, provide transportation to/from their camp. This outfitter offers a full-day experience that includes lunch at an authentic trapper cabin on site. Half-day trips are available as well; these do not include a visit to the trapper cabin. One of our most popular outfitters with families, Green River offers many additional activities at the camp, including lake fishing. Because of the long duration of the rides, this outfitter is best for families with older children.
Goosewing Ranch – Located about an hour from the Resort, Goosewing Ranch offers half- or full-day rides into the Gros Ventre backcountry. Goosewing will provide transportation to and from the Resort, as well as lunch on site. Ideal for couples on a romantic holiday, this area is exceptionally pristine and remote, offering a serene, private experience. These trips are perfect for the more experienced rider.
Spring Creek Ranch – Just a 20-minute drive from the Resort, Spring Creek Ranch offers rides from one to four hours' duration, offering 360-degree views of the Tetons and the surrounding mountain ranges. This is a great option for families who enjoy both convenience and flexibility, and don't want to dedicate an extensive amount of time to the activity.
Colter Bay Village – Located within Grand Teton National Park, Colter Bay offers horseback rides in Grand Teton National Park, including breakfast and dinner rides and one- and two-hour rides during the day.
Picnicking
Base Camp counsellors can arrange for guests to enjoy a picnic at one of the following scenic spots:
Curtis Canyon – Offering views of Jackson, Snow King Mountain and the Tetons to the north, Curtis Canyon is a short, scenic drive past the prairies of the National Elk Refuge.
The Wedding Tree – This popular spot for couples tying the knot is also the perfect place for a picnic, with stunning views of the Tetons and the option of stopping by nearby Slide Lake.
Schwabacher's Landing – A prime spot to view wildlife including moose, elk, otter eagle and waterfowl, this area is also a favourite location for photographers, with the Grand Teton reflecting in the still waters of Snake River.
Blacktail Butte – This location offers panoramic views of Gros Ventre range, the Tetons, the distant Salt and Wind River Ranges and the valley and waterways of Jackson Hole in between.
Jenny Lake – From the South Jenny Lake trailhead, a 3-mile (5-kilometre) hike will lead you to the famous Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point, where there are spectacular views of Jenny Lake and Jackson Valley.
Oxbow Bend – Located in Grand Teton National Park, Oxbow Bend is a few miles past the Moran entrance gate. This site is excellent for viewing moose, bald eagles and the white pelican.
Rock climbing and mountaineering
Challenge your mind, body and spirit as you rock climb in Grand Teton National Park, either just outside the Resort's Base Camp or minutes north in the Tetons. After learning the fundamental skills, from knot-tying to climbing techniques, you'll be ready to ascend an unlimited variety of rock faces suited to your level, whether you are a first-time climber or a more experienced mountaineer. World-renowned, highly trained Exum Mountain Guides are available through our Base Camp to provide the very best instruction to help you complete exciting, triumphant and beautiful climbs safely.
Tennis
Teton Pines Tennis Center is a full-service tennis club with eight outdoor courts in the summer and five indoor courts in the winter. Open daily from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, the Center is located 5 miles (8 kilometres) from the Resort.
Jackson Hole Golf and Tennis Club is open daily from 7:00 am until dusk, offering six plexicushion outdoor courts. The Club is located 20 miles (32 kilometres) from the Resort.
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