While you may associate Jackson Hole with skiing or snowboarding, you should also know that it is an amazing summer destination as well! While Jackson Hole certainly does have world class skiing, it is a beautiful place for the traveler looking for some outdoor adventure in the warmer months as well. Keeping reading to find out why you should visit Jackson Hole this summer.

1) Unique & Luxurious Accommodations

In a time when we are all craving space and fresh air, Jackson Hole is home to some of the most luxurious and unique vacation properties available. The Clear Creek Group, has a portfolio of more than 70 vacation homes, which range from one-bedroom cabins to seven-bedroom estates. All of which are located amongst the natural beauty of Jackson Hole. Here are a few of the properties you should definitely add to your travel wish list this season:

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• Caldera House Two Bedroom Suite: This two-bedroom suite is located slope side on the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, giving guests direct access to their amenities and activities all summer long.
• Chateau on the West Bank: If you are looking to bring the whole family on the getaway of a lifetime, the Chateau on the West Bank is the property from The Clear Creek Group for you. With over 6,000 square feet of living space, this 4-bedroom home has everything you will need including stunning mountain views.
• Elk Refuge House: For the group looking for a luxuriously rustic getaway where you’ll truly feel like you can unplug, the Elk Refuge House is the place to go this summer. This home has 6 bedrooms, is located on the grounds of the National Elk Refuge, with sweeping views of grasslands in all directions.

2) Outdoor Adventures

The Clear Creek Group’s properties are near not only Jackson Hole, but also Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Park. This puts visitors close to amazing fly-fishing, horseback riding, hiking and so many other activities in the great outdoors. The Clear Creek Group offers a full-service concierge service, to help guests plan the ultimate Jackson Hole getaway from start to finish. So, if you have been dreaming about riding a horse through the beautiful American West and then returning to a gorgeous home each night, now is the time to make that dream a reality.

3) Local Culture

Jackson Hole is also home to authentic Western culture. Experience the modern wild west at the rodeo, try local dining and take in the art that made the West what it is today.  

The rodeo comes to town every Wednesday and Saturday night in Jackson as soon as the sun goes down. Local cowboys and cowgirls put their talents to the test in this series of competitions twice a week. Located at the Teton County Fairgrounds, guests are encouraged to walk or borrow a START Bus bike to encourage sustainability, as well as to enjoy every moment of the great outdoors.

There is no shortage of amazing dining in Jackson as well! Whether you want to try local western cuisine, alpine cuisine or some international flavors, there is a local chef ready to please. This Slow Food local food guide shares all the restaurants in Teton County that source their ingredients locally, so definitely give it a read when picking where to go to dinner.  

Did you know that it was actually a painting that inspired President Ulysses S. Grant to sign the Yellowstone National Park Protection Act into law in 1872? If you want to learn about the local history and culture check out the region’s many museums and art galleries. The National Museum of Wildlife Art features works by artists like: Carl Rungius, Georgia O’Keeffe, Andy Warhol, and Robert Kuhn.

Jackson Hole is the place to be this summer if you are looking for space, fresh air and a little wild west style fun. For more information on luxury home rentals visit https://theclearcreekgroup.com/jackson-hole-luxury-rentals and for more ideas on things to do in the area visit https://www.visitjacksonhole.com.

For more summer travel ideas visit our Domestic Travel section!