The sleepy town of Wilson is a perfect spot to gear up for the day. Take the time to read the informational signs on how the Lower Slide Lake was formed back in 1925. Explore our Explorer Magazine Travel Planner, which you can also explore electronically HERE. Apart from the towering cliffs and golden lines of the Columbia River Gorge, the straight shot from Oregon to Jackson, Wyoming is a hot blast of noxious cattle fumes, better to be quickly conquered than slowly explored. Oregons Mount Hood is arguably at its most regal when viewed across the Columbia River from it, in Washington. Youll be greeted by amazing views of the Tetons peaks plus the open valley where moose, deer and elk may be seen. We have many times seen moose along the small river near the road. Most saunas rely on a shower for guests to cycle between fire and ice, and thats simply not as effective as a deep pool of freezing water (50 degrees) to submerge into. In the morning, you can often hear male elk bugling in the distance, looking for their mate. Cross back into Oregon on the I-205 bridge and head straight to the airport, or spend a night in northeast Portland, where some of the best restaurants in the city Bollywood Theatre, Podnahs BBQ, Hat Yai and Santo Domingo Taqueria, to name a few can be found. Learn how long the drive is from Idaho Falls, where you can stop along the way, and how to make your trip eco-friendly. Its beautiful in the summer with the running river and youll see bison crossing the road and you may even see moose, deer and elk. Here are 5 reasons. Keyword Length Under 30 miles 30 to 75 miles Over 75 miles Time to Allow 1 hour or less 1 - 3 hours Over 3 hours Reset Show on Map Add Your Listing! Show only these on map. Drive from Idaho Falls to Jackson Hole 458.7 miles $80 - $120 Fly Idaho Falls to Moab 9h 43m Fly from Idaho Falls (IDA) to Moab (CNY) IDA - CNY $534 - $1,415 Bus to Pocatello, fly to Moab 11h 22m Take the bus from Idaho Falls to Pocatello, ID - Maverick Fly from Pocatello (PIH) to Moab (CNY) PIH - CNY $359 - $838 This drive starts out close to Jackson. Then, its off to Idaho Falls over the Perrine Bridge, another impressive viewpoint above the Snake, which youll revisit a dozen more times before getting back to Oregon. Head back to the Gros Ventre Junction along the River, past Kelly, WY to the Gros Ventre Road. Moose-Wilson Road (closed in the winter season). If youve got the time, throw on a pack and charge into the wild for a few days, for the Eagle Cap is a breathtaking place to hike. 11 Scenic Byways in Idaho Everyone Should Drive at Least Once Idaho is a big, beautiful state. This road is subject to closures due to grizzly bear activity and weather, so be sure to check its status before planning your trip. Easily half of the storefronts in Salmon are boarded up, but there are at least two reliably good places to eat: the Pork Peddler, which does a perfect brisket, and Junkyard Bistro, whose garlic burger is flamebroiled to a crispy delight. Take a scenic drive from Jackson over Teton pass to Victor, Idaho. Driving Directions to Jackson Hole, WY including road conditions, live traffic updates, and reviews of local businesses along the way. Have a drink at Pengillys Saloon, some Basque comfort food at Bar Gernika and/or a farm-to-table feast at Fork. Stay a couple of days here, at the Riverside Hotel. Great food and very good service. If you plan on making the drive from Salt Lake City to Yellowstone, you first need to determine which route you want to take. At Arco you would continue east to Idaho Falls and then finish on the previous route from Idaho Falls. By springcreekran on September 16, 2020 | Moose among the wildflowers in the Tetons Gregg Ohanian. The drive is only 7.7 miles, but it winds through the trees and there are even 1.5 miles of dirt roads so no need to hurry along this drive. From Portland, find the Mt. On the interstate, youre now a six-hour drive from where the trip began, and while home (or the airport) may be enticing, theres one more worthwhile stop to make, for a luxurious capstone to a long road trip. Have a great trip. Find the travel option that best suits you. If the river calls, take a lazy float with Barker-Ewing Whitewater, whose massive boats reassure passengers they neednt fear an errant splash. Further north along this route the Upper Snake River Valley is full of fields of potatoes and other crops. Categories: Jackson Hole Fall. My husband and I returned to Spring Creek after a previous visit eight years My husband and I returned to Spring Creek after a previous visit eight years ago. Click on any scenic byway or backway listed below for complete information. There are ample places to spend the night here, but if you happen to be packing camping gear, the smart play is to grab an early dinner at El Sancho Taco Shop and push on towards the Crooked River Valley, where ample campsites line a placid stream that beckons fly fishermen and inner tubers alike. Need more information? 10:00 am start in Jackson Hole drive for about 19 minutes 10:19 am Teton Pass stay for about 1 hour and leave at 11:19 am drive for about 18 minutes 11:37 am Teton Springs Lodge & Spa stay for about 1 hour and leave at 12:37 pm drive for about 24 minutes 1:02 pm Swan Valley (Idaho) stay for about 1 hour and leave at 2:02 pm The Top 8 Photo Opportunities and Selfie Spots in Jackson Hole. About seven miles north of downtown Jackson take a right onto Gros Ventre Road towards the small town of Kelly. white water rafting (seasonal), fly fishing, Astoria Bridge Hot Springs, Palisade Reservoir, and boat ramps for water access. Capture Ansel Adams moments at the Jackson Point Overlook at Signal Mountain. From here, it makes the most sense to cut over to 84 and get through Nampa and Meridian as quickly as humanly possible. Spend the afternoon fishing off the shores of the river, soaking in the natural hot springs at Astoria Bridge or having a picnic along the river or at the reservoir. Sawtooth Scenic Byway | Road Trips in Central Idaho Length 115.7 miles 186.2 km Time 3 hours Region Central Idaho When to Visit Year-round 31 Byways. You'll find most of the 8,983 km 2 park in Northwestern Wyoming with parts stretching into Montana and Idaho. Jackson, Wyoming 83001, Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center. If youre camping, this is a fine place to end the day. The drive itself hosts an array of adventures from the nearby Grand Targhee Resort in Driggs to the Phillips Canyon hiking trail, and the small-town feel of Victor. Sun Valley is located along a scenic drive. Check out our weekly travel tips and start planning your next adventure. Once you reach the top, park and take a short hike to the overlook for the view youve been waiting for. Above all, theres one stop on this route that should be considered mandatory, either for an overnight or a few leisurely hours: the Society Hotel in Bingen, Wash. Its a brand-new concept, and its spa is both centerpiece and highlight. The drive is only 7.7 miles, but it winds through the trees and there are even 1.5 miles of dirt roads so no need to hurry along this drive. Much of the corridor travels through spectacular, craggy limestone cliffs. Plan your trip to hit some or all of these beautiful summer drives. Youll even be able to spot the south end of Jackson Hole! Driving to Jackson Hole from the east is the most straightforward. Picnic on the town's greenway or hike along the Snake River. Half-way up the pass you will see a small parking lot on your left and a dirt road on your right with a sign for Phillips Canyon. The inner loop road is the best way to get as close to the mountains as you can via car or bicycle and will lead you to many hiking trails that weave in and around the base of the range. As part of our first 3 month US road trip, we actually drove from Mt Rushmore to Yellowstone before driving through Grand Teton to Salt Lake City and onto the Utah parks. info@jacksonholechamber.com Capture stunning vacation photos with these tips! Hoback Canyon Just 30 miles south of Jackson is Granite Hot Springs just off of highway 191/189. When to Visit: Throughout the year, but fall foliage and the wildflowers of late spring are spectacular. In addition, of course, winter is the time to ski! Ski resorts and their culture can be obnoxious and overwhelming, but the Grand Targhee Ski Resort & Bike Park is a mellow exception: parked at the crux of Table Mountain and Littles Peak, you can rent mountain bikes in the summer, curling up and down a network of singletrack trails until the snow returns in late fall. Make sure to stop at the turnoff for a beautiful view of the Grand Tetons. Rainier National Park Quick Facts About The US National Parks. Idaho's Dreamcatcher Bed and Breakfast, between Driggs and Victor, sits on 20 acres. The byway runs alongside the winding Logan River from the city of Logan to Garden City. The bad: weekends here can be slammed. Its right across the river from Interstate 84, the more obvious route, and in some places it pokes through small towns like Bingen and Stevenson, which is why this route takes an extra hour. Rocinante bucketed along. 26/89 to Alpine, 189 to Jackson: This will take you along and past the Palisades Reservoir with forested area & very pretty. Scenic drives to consider in the Idaho Falls area are listed below. This dirt track offers up plenty of opportunities for fall wildlife viewing. Connecting Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, the Rockefeller Parkway winds through the Caribou-Targhee and Bridger-Teton National for some spectacular scenery and wildlife viewing. Watch for wildlife, you never know what you might see on this road! Oldest US National Park: Yellowstone in Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming, which was established in 1872. Idaho Department of Commerce - Tourism Development. The restaurant was excellent. If you plan on hiking, you may want to give yourself a few hours. Celebrate the season with these fantastic fall drives near Jackson Hole. We bet youre excited to start your drive to Wyoming! Its a perfect time to grab a cup of hot chocolate, settle in, and plan your summer vacation! Victor and Jackson Hole make a complementary pair for a weekend getaway. See Wildlife from your Car - Suggested drives for sighting wildlife Identify Easily - Recognize animals by scrolling through our vivi It is a dirt road, at least for half of its 40 miles, and there is a sharp cliff that drops into a steep valley on the right, so drivers are well-advised to keep their eyes front and their speeds slow. stay for about 1 hour. Be sure to eat at Rickshaw, which features Southeast Asian flavors in a laid-back setting. Since 1995, we've built travel guides that promote great outdoor destinations. Spot an abundance of wildlife getting ready for the cold months ahead and have a fun-filled adventure in Jackson. But the true test of sauna chops isnt the heat, its the cold plunge. The top stops along the way from Salt Lake City to Jackson (with short detours) are Antelope Island, Lagoon Amusement Park, and Lava Hot Springs Foundation World Famous Hot Springs. In downtown Walla Walla, famed Seattle restaurateur Paul Mackay has refurbished an old train station into a world-class steak house and brewery, each with a different vibe, both served by the same kitchen. The Snake River Canyon runs from the south of Jackson, through Hoback Junction 22 miles to the small town of Alpine, near the banks of the Palisades Reservoir. Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Hot Springs, Firehole Lake Drive, and Firehole Canyon. We know there may be other 'easier' routes, but these look pretty scenic. At night, an unbelievable array of options await, between the small and crunch towns of Victor and Driggs. Shopping. Later, make your way south, stopping at as many viewpoints as your heart desires. Be located in a scenic Idaho community surrounded by mountains and with proximity to Idaho Falls, Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Park Enjoy a laid-back and adventurous community with endless mountain trails, world-class skiing and snowboarding, beautiful fly-fishing rivers, fantastic wildlife viewing, and more This quick, 30-minute to 1-hour outing has lots of awesome stops to make (you could easily spend several hours checking everything out) including the Gros Ventre Slide, historic Morman Row, and the Moulton Barn. The drive is about 1 hour each way, so plan for a half-day with some downtime along the shores of the Palisade Reservoir. We are a family of four and this was our last stop on our tour of Wyoming. To help the environment, you can start by sharing a ride. Then its a westward turn that might seem like a Google Maps glitch but isnt: Trail Creek Road, the quickest way to the Sun Valley, serves up a bit of an adventure. Stop at the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center to ask any park questions and grab some hiking maps. Get out and take the ferry for a fun-filled pit stop along the way. If its comfort you seek, mosey on into Joseph, an old cowboy town that is slowly changing into a blazing hot tourism destination. Did you know that there are ways to make your road trip to Jackson Hole eco-friendly? Need to rent a car? Dont forget to pack a picnic lunch. From wine country, its a 4 -hour drive back to the City of Roses, if you decide to travel on the Washington side of the Columbia River Gorge. Once you depart the National Park you will turn right on the outer loop road (US 89) heading back down to Jackson Hole. I sought out U.S. 90, a wide gash of a super-highway, multiple-lane carrier of the nation's goods. 532 North Cache Street Do not expect to drive quickly on this road - it is narrow and in some places dirt. But its not quite there yet, perhaps because its not quite close enough to the mountains. They did not disappoint. The Moose-Wilson Road is always a must-do when visiting Jackson Hole. Take the scenic route. There are two nice and well marked routes to Jackson from Idaho Falls, one that follows the snake river and another that goes over the mountains and climbs over scenic Teton Pass. At the bottom of the pass we turned north on WY 390 (Moose Wilson Rd) toward the entrance to Grand Teton National Park, driving along the beautiful Teton Range. If youre willing to brave the crowds, the Grand Loop Road in Yellowstone is a noteworthy fall drive. The best way to cut through the chaff (and avoid parking nightmares) is to book a tour with Jackson Hole Wildlife Safaris, whose guides are fonts of information and who know all of the places that are worth stopping or better off skipped. Once you get to the Jackson Lake Junction head East following the signs for Moran. Hwy. Or you could instead go north from Twin Falls on 93 to Shoshone and then east on 20 to do a little exploring at Craters of the Moon. There are two main routes to choose from: one follows the Snake River and the other climbs over Teton Pass. And maybe you've become curious about other lodging options, discover cabins, historic lodging, national park lodging, vacation rentals, and even dude ranches. In addition to the outlook spots along the boardwalk, you'll be rewarded with incredible views throughout the entire scenic drive along the Mesa Falls Scenic Byway. Today, an average of 3 million tourists visit Jackson Hole a year. Absolutely the best vacation ever. That's an easy freeway drive---little or no traffic, and quite scenic. With fewer crowds, wildlife is more prominent in this area as well. Into Joseph and Wallowa County the Eagle Cap wilderness rises into view, calling hikers and backpackers to a chain of pristine alpine lakes. Food. Hard as it will be to abandon this gorgeous region, there are more treasures to be found on the road back to Portland. Here is a list of our top picks for a morning or afternoon of beautiful scenery and unexplored terrain. It will be hard to understand why this epic route isnt slammed with tourists even in the peak of the summer, but youve earned drives like this, by venturing far from the obvious interstates Steinbeck so righteously hated. At the top, the wide and rushing Imnaha River barrels through a landscape that has suddenly transformed from golden and bone dry to green and piney. Best stops along Jackson to Boise drive. This trail leads to the beautiful alpine lake, Ski Lake. Spend the afternoon soaking in the hot springs at Astoria Bridge or relax in the quaint town of Alpine. Once you have reached Kelly and grabbed a coffee to-go from the local caf, follow the road as it arcs to the left, turn right at the Lower Slide Lake sign and continue. Mesa Falls (Drive Time 1 Hr 15 Min) Mesa Falls is a giant waterfall found just over an hours drive from Idaho Falls. Rigby 41. Overall the drive is around 23 miles and takes a little over an hour to complete (budget more time if you plan on stopping often). Old Faithful, just before erupting. Nearby attractions: Mormon Row, Gros Ventre Slide, Grand Teton National Park, Shadow Mountain, and the Elk Refuge. Old Faithful Inn offers rooms ranging from $199 up to $1,200 nightly, while Yellowstone Lake Lodge starts at $149 and increases to over $600. We would love to make your Jackson Hole fall getaway special this year. Stop for lunch at Signal Mountain Lodge or camp overnight for sweeping views of Jackson Lake with the mountains in the distance and a chance to go fishing, kayaking, swimming, and boating. For lodging, there is a cant-miss option in the Dreamcatcher Bed & Breakfast, nestled on 20 acres between the two towns in a spacious lodge in the countryside with high peaked ceilings, perfectly appointed rooms, a firepit in the yard and private porches from whence to watch the sun drop. Make sure to stop at the turnoff for a beautiful view of the Grand Tetons. Scenic Brewery Tour of Jackson Hole; Private Winter Tour of Grand Teton National Park & Sleigh Ride; . The road often has a snow floor in winter. Do you want to experience an unforgettable adventure? , which is the historic Harrison Crandall photography studio. It's a beautiful scenic highway, with lots of picture-worthy stops and wildlife viewing opportunities along the way. Its a perfect time to grab a cup of hot chocolate, settle in, and plan your summer vacation! The Mesa Falls Road will dump you out near Harriman State Park, just south of Island Park. 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