First Timer's Guide

While every season brings its own unique beauty, I personally find fall to be the most stunning. The changing tone of the leaves adds pops of color that help bring out the rugged features of the terrain. Every drive feels magical again, even if you've been driving that same road every day of the year. And the cool, crisp air energizes you, like the purest cup of coffee imaginable. 

Words by James Roché | In February 2023, my friend and I parlayed a business meeting in Tokyo into a dream snowboarding trip to Niseko, Japan. Little did we know that it would be one of the worst conditions Niseko has had in recent years, but we made up for it by meeting Jackson Hole snowboard legend Mikey Franco at dinner one evening. We started chatting with the couple of guys next to us and ended up hitting it off, finding ourselves at a pop-up 1942 tequila ice bar in the parking lot after dinner. The night ended with drunken memories to cherish, but also a spark of inspiration to chase powder dreams in the US mecca for snowboarding, Jackson Hole.

After a couple of weeks back home reflecting on the conversation we had with Mikey and Instagram posts of the epic custom snowboards he crafts, we were itching to ride some amazing boards in the winter wonderland of Jackson Hole. We packed our bags once more and met up in Jackson Hole for The Franco Experience.

“Sublette,” “Space Mountain” or simply “The Quad.” For the past 37 years, Jackson Hole’s highest elevation chairlift has been a guest favorite and lift operators’ number one lift to work. After tens of thousands of hours hauling skiers and snowboarders to the Alta Chutes and Bivouac, the venerable chairlift is being dismantled to make way for an improved high-speed quad. Jackson Hole’s sixth new lift in ten years is expected to debut for the 2024-25 ski season. Read on for complete info on this project!

The journey to Yellowstone can be just as memorable as the destination itself. One of the most rewarding stops en route to the park’s south entrance is here at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Nestled in Teton Village, Wyoming, we offer a variety of summer activities to enrich your road trip experience. Explore this guide to make the most of your trip before heading into Yellowstone.

Via Ferrata is an alpine adventure rapidly growing in popularity in North America. Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is home to over 15 different Via Ferrata routes on an ever-expanding course. Still new to the United States, the name Via Ferrata evokes a sense of mystery and begs the question: what is a Via Ferrata?

Summer in the Tetons: verdant, emerald slopes, majestic world-famous mountains, active wildlife, abundant blooming wildflowers, and two national parks, there are few places that make for a better summer adventure than Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

With so many possibilities it's hard to know how to best spend your time in the Tetons.

This six-day itinerary features the very best our home has to offer, making sure you won't miss out on any epic adventures or stunning scenery.

As a resort nestled within Bridger-Teton National Forest, right on the border of Grand Teton National Park, we are blessed with a beautiful alpine environment. This rugged mountain terrain provides stunning vistas and a wide range of trails for hikers of all abilities.

Jackson Hole is blessed with some of the country's most beautiful views. While simply walking around the valley will conjure feelings of amazement and wonder, visiting the high alpine spots on this list will leave you genuinely awestruck.

Check out these top picnic spots in Jackson Hole! Eat in a refreshing location that doesn't drag you away from your adventure.