Gateway Town
Jackson
Gateway Town
Upscale ski town and park gateway. Everything you need: 62 hotels, restaurants, full services before the park.
Quick facts
- Town Type
- Tourist Trap
- Population
- 10659
- Best Known For
- Skiing and gateway to Grand Teton National Park
- About This Town
- Last real services before the park. Expensive but comprehensive—62 hotels, three ski resorts, 61 restaurants. Stop here for comfortable lodging and full amenities before entering Grand Teton.
Town overview
- Town Type
- Tourist Trap
- Population
- 10659
- Best Known For
- Skiing and gateway to Grand Teton National Park
- About This Town
- Last real services before the park. Expensive but comprehensive—62 hotels, three ski resorts, 61 restaurants. Stop here for comfortable lodging and full amenities before entering Grand Teton.
Park access
- Distance From Park
- 37.9 km south
Where to stay & eat
- Hotel Count
- 62
- Bnb Count
- 1
- Lodging Variety
- Hotels and one B&B
- Restaurant Count
- 61
Visitor services
- Banks Atms
- 1
Things to do
- Main Attractions
- Skiing at three major resorts, gateway to Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks
- Summer Activities
- Hiking, scenic mountain drives, national park exploration
- Winter Activities
- Skiing at Jackson Hole Mountain, Snow King Mountain, and Grand Targhee resorts
Planning advice
- Peak Season
- Summer and winter ski season
More details
- Winter Scene
- Active ski resort town with winter tourism
Location
Recommended gear for Grand Teton National Park
Sources
- National Park Service
- YourNPGuide Editorial
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Last updated July 2026. Report an issue.