Yellowstone & Grand Teton guide.

Two huge national parks within driving distance.

Beautiful majestic mountains surrounding you.

Dandelions are much larger than the ones back home.

Lots of animals, you just have to pay attention.

Carry good bandaids and bear spray just in case.

Bring good hiking shoes, or you’ll get blisters and be sad.

Invest in a good pair of binoculars, you’ll find hidden treasures.

Where to explore

1. Driggs
A small, laid-back town with friendly locals and plenty of restaurants.

2. Grand Teton National Park
Known for its 3 pointy peaks, it has plenty of wildlife to watch, trails to hike, and paths to bike.

3. Jackson
The fancy part of this wilderness adventure, great restaurants, boutique hotels, and shops.

4. Yellowstone National Park
The first national park in the U.S. and some say even the first in the world. It’s a huge place to explore, and it includes a wide variety of landscapes — lush forests and lakes, expansive grasslands filled with herds of bison and elk, and geothermal areas with more than half of the world’s geysers.

What to do

• Hike Grand Teton - Garnet Canyon
  For the best views of the Middle Teton go to Garnet Canyon. (Moderate-strenuous 5 hour hike) Don’t forget the bear spray, good shoes, band-aids, water, sunscreen, and snacks.

• Snake River whitewater rafting
  For the thrill-seekers take the Dave Hansen 8 mile whitewater rafting trip (8 person raft). For a more calm experience take Tetons and Snake River 13 mile scenic float trip.
  Ask for Vlad or Jon as guides.

• Explore Yellowstone
  Drive around Yellowstone and explore as much as you can. Stops you can’t miss: Norris Geyser Basin, Grand Prismatic Spring, and Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River.

• Bike Grand Teton
  Rent a bike and ride along the foothills of Grand Teton National Park. If you’re driving, park at Lupine Meadows and take the biking path south. Bikes can be rented in Driggs or Jackson Hole.

• Day in Jackson
  Spend the day in Jackson; eat, drink, walk and shop.

• Rendezvous Park
  Take a stroll and admire the various sculptures along the trail.

Where to stay

• Anvil Hotel (Jackson)
  Anvil Hotel is a renovated motel good for design-focused travelers. For more affordable rooms check out Cache House, their sister hostel next door.

• Amangani (Jackson)
  If you’re looking to splurge stay here. You’ll have a luxury adventure with great views and adventure tours year-round. The hotel includes 40 Suites, 4 free-standing Homes, a spa, an outdoor heated pool with Teton views, and a ski lounge.

• Pines Motel (Driggs)
  Budget-friendly motel hosted by Nancy and John, two friendly locals with over 30 years of experience. Expect friendly service, clean sheets, and decor you’d expect at your grandmother’s house.

Where to eat

• Glorietta (Jackson)
  Anvil Hotel’s restaurant found in the back alley near the rooms. Cozy, low lit, and friendly vibe with delicious Italian dishes and wood-fired mains.

• Coelette (Jackson)
  Woodsy cabin interior offering a farm-to-table dining experience.

• Persephone Bakery (Jackson)
  A trendy and cute bakery. Expect long lines, delicious pastries, and a nice patio. Don’t leave Jackson Hole without trying the Kougin Amann — A florette of laminated croissant dough coated in caramelized sugar.

• Rise (Driggs)
  A casual place offering a minimal and delicious breakfast menu. Order and grab a seat on their patio, enjoy the live music while they prepare and deliver your food.

• Teton Thai (Driggs)
  Pan-Asian and Thai cuisine with local beer selection.

Where to drink

Coffee

• Cowboy Coffee (Jackson)
  Local, fresh roasted coffee in Jackson.

• Daydreams Espresso (Driggs)
  The smallest coffee shop in Wyoming. Order some coffee and donuts from the window and continue on your adventure.

Cocktails/beer

• Glorietta (Jackson)
  Glorietta not only has amazing food options, but it also has some of the best cocktails. Get the Amalfi Dream Machine or the Swedish Kick Flip.

• Grand Teton Brewery (Victor)
  Stop by this local brewery or pick up some beers to go for a picnic in the great outdoors. Try the Teton Ale Amber.

Where to shop

• Barrels & Bins Natural Market (Driggs)
  Family-owned natural grocery store with a wide selection of local food, snacks, and bath & body items.

• MADE (Jackson)
  Cute souvenir shop with handmade items from more than 360 American artists.

• Mountain Dandy (Jackson)
  A curated selection of handmade and vintage items.