Thinking of taking a trip from Jackson Hole to Yellowstone? Here are a few of our travel tips to help you along the way and make the best of your trip.
Getting there
From Jackson Hole, the drive to the south entrance of Yellowstone is 57 miles, making it roughly an hour’s drive. The south entrance is the easiest if you are coming from Jackson Hole. Use the map below for directions to Yellowstone from the Pony Express Motel.
Map of directions from Pony Express Motel
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Once you are there
Upon entering the park, you’ll drive 20 miles before reaching the West Thumb Geyser Basin. Here, visitors are able to get out and explore some of the park’s most notable geothermal features. On the way, you will find Lewis Lake and Lewis Lake Falls, which makes for a nice stop to help break up the drive. If you are interested in seeing Old Faithful, drive west from West Thumb for about 30 minutes.
What to see on the way
Tackle two National Parks in one day and stop at the Grand Teton National Park along your drive on the John D. Rockefeller Jr. Highway, from Jackson Hole to Yellowstone. With its majestic peaks, pristine alpine lakes, and rugged canyons, this park is one not to be missed during your stay in Jackson Hole. One of the best times to visit Grand Teton National Park is in the fall, with its spectacle of colors and snow-capped peaks, you won’t want to be anywhere else.
When to visit
The most popular time to visit Yellowstone is during the summer months of June, July, and August. To avoid crowds and enjoy milder temperatures, visit during the spring or the fall. Do note that the south entrance is not open year-round and is only available for motor vehicles from the beginning of May to the beginning of November. It opens in December to winter travel via snowshoes, snowmobiles, and skiing.
Make your home base at Pony Express Motel
After your day of adventures, from Jackson Hole to Yellowstone, come back for a relaxing evening at the Pony Express Motel. Not only does our affordable motel make a great home base for exploring Yellowstone and Grand Teton, but also exploring downtown Jackson Hole. Located just 1.5 miles from the Jackson Town Square, you can easily discover the best of both worlds. Browse our budget-friendly hotel rooms, convenient amenities, and a friendly staff waiting to greet you upon arrival. We look forward to having you!