Jackson Hole lodging in Wyoming is offered by Ski Jackson Hole WY

The Town of Jackson is the county seat of Teton County and the only incorporated municipality in the county. Jackson is the name of the Town, and "Jackson Hole" as it's often called, refers to the whole area which is a 50 miles long valley surrounded by high mountains. The current population of Jackson is approximately 8,647.

Jackson is a popular tourism destination because of its proximity to Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks, its unmatched scenic beauty, the world-class skiing, and its western character.

The mission of the Town of Jackson is to make available a quality of life and to protect and enhance those values that accomodate a diversity of lifestyles in the community while promoting a healthy and stable economy with respect and sensitivity for the environment.

Located just a short drive from the town of Jackson (maps) and just minutes from grand Teton National Park, it won't take long to realize that Teton Village is the perfect base camp from which to stage your winter or summer adventures.

Specifically for summer visitors:
Experience the spectacular views from the top of 10,450 foot Rendezvous Mountain by taking the 12 minute ride up the aerial tram. Once on top enjoy the breathtaking views, take a short or long hike, or treat yourself to a picnic lunch. For the adrenaline junkies in the group, tandem paragliding rides and instruction are available. Once you've made your way back down to the base area you'll find that activities abound. Mountain biking, fishing in Crystal Springs Pond, climbing on the rock wall, and horseback riding are available. Another family favorite is the Grand Teton Music Festival which performs chamber and orchestra music nightly from July through August.

After a busy day experiencing mother nature at her finest, be sure to take in a relaxing meal at one of our many fine restaurants. Enjoy fine dining at the Cascade Grill House located in the Teton Mountain Lodge, or at one of the other world class resorts such as the Four Seasons or the Snake River Lodge and Spa. For more casual options, try an old local's favorite like the Mangy Moose or saunter over to Nick Wilson's Cowboy Cafe. Or, head down to the Inn at Jackson Hole for some of the best sushi in the rockies at Masa Sushi or a fantastic meal at Vertical!

Whether you're here for outdoor adventure, family fun or to take in the views and sunsets, we hope you enjoy your stay. So stay as long as you like, and on behalf of everyone here in Teton village, welcome!

Wyoming, with the motto "Equal Rights," is also known as the "Cowboy State." Wyoming was admitted as the 44th state to the union in 1890. Its 97,914 square miles make it the ninth largest state in the union; but it is one of the least populated, with only about 493,782 residents. The capitol city of Wyoming is Cheyenne.

How did Wyoming get its name?

The musical name "Wyoming" was used by J.M. Ashley of Ohio, who, as early as 1865, introduced a bill to Congress to provide a "temporary government for the territory of Wyoming." It was to be formed from portions of the Dakota, Utah and Idaho territories. The bill was referred to a committee where it rested until 1868. During debate on the bill in the U.S. Senate in 1868, other possible names were suggested, such as Cheyenne, Shoshoni, Arapaho, Sioux, Platte, Big Horn, Yellowstone, Sweetwater and Lincoln. "Wyoming" was already commonly used and remained the popular choice.

The name Wyoming was adopted from two Delaware Indian word, MECHEWEAMI-ING. To the Indians it meant "at the big plains," or "on the great plain," certainly appropriate for Wyoming.