Planning honeymoons isn’t necessarily my job as a Jackson Hole photographer. However, I do plan a lot of elopements with my couples, and I know the area like the back of my hand! So, of course, I know the best spots to visit during your honeymoon, as well as what to pack depending on the season. Today I want to go into a Jackson Hole honeymoon and share everything you need to to know from lodging and travel to eateries and adventure!
Pack for the Season
Something I love about the Grand Tetons is the variety of weather. Every season brings something new and exciting. With that, It is pretty important to know what to expect during your travel.
Spring/Fall
May & Oct
Average Temps: 30° – 60°
Medium-High Chance for Rain
11-14hrs of sunlight
Summer
June-Sept
Average Temps: 40° – 85°
Low to Medium Chance for Rain
13-16hrs of sunlight
Winter
Dec-Mar
Average Temps: -5° – 35°
High Chances for Snow
9-12hrs of sunlight
Note that while packing for your Jackson Hole honeymoon, keep in mind that the weather can vary quite a bit. I highly recommend packing layers of clothing and good shoes for the season. Hiking boots are perfect for any season, however you may also want to back some tennis shoes and sandals for summer as you will be able to enjoy the lakes.
Travel
Traveling to Jackson is pretty decent. The airport, located just 9 miles from the town square, has nonstop flights from 13 major cities. So, chances are you may have a connecting flight, but you won’t have to drive far from the airport to get to your honeymoon!
Once landed, I recommend that you use a rental car. You can definitely walk everywhere in the warmer months if you are staying in the center of downtown Jackson. However, to make the most of your honeymoon, you will want to explore the Grand Tetons, go on hikes, and take on some adventure! By renting a car you will be able to do so much more!
Jackson Hole Honeymoon Lodging
I recommend getting lodging in Jackson, Wilson or Teton Village for easy convenience when working with wedding day vendors and being close to restaurants, shops, gas stations, grocery stores, the park, activities, etc. There are some places in the park that can be convenient as well. Lodging options in towns close to Alpine, Driggs, or Victor can work. They are pretty places too, but add about an hour to your drive. If you plan on spending most of your time in Grand Teton National Park or the town of Jackson, I recommend staying closer.
Here are a few options in different categories to help you decide!
Luxury Hotel Options
Nice Hotels
- Snow King Resort(I don’t recommend the condos, the hotel rooms are much nicer)
- Fireside Resort
- Rustic Inn Creek Side Resort
- Teton Mountain Lodge
Economical Options
I have a more extensive list with over 30 options! Reach out to get my full travel guide here!
Jackson Hole Honeymoon Restaurants
There are so many amazing places to eat in Jackson. During the busy season (June-Sept) you may want to make reservations before you arrive. If it’s just the two of you and you don’t mind waiting then you can get into most restaurants. Some restaurants are closed during the off season (April & November) and those can vary so I don’t have a list for off season, but you can visit the links below to see which ones will be open during your stay.
Here are my recommendations depending on what you are looking for:
Celebratory Dining Option
- Glorietta – Italian Cuisine
- The Local – Modern Steakhouse
- Spur – Modern Steakhouse
- Trio – American Bistro
Brunch
- Spur – American Alpine Cuisine (can accomodate large groups)
- Mural Room at Jackson Lake Lodge (can accomodate large groups)
- Persephone – French Bakery & Cafe
- Peral Street Bagels
Casual Dining
- Pinky G’s – Pizza
- Cutty’s – Philly Style Bar & Grill
- SUDA Iszkaya – Sushi
- Picnic – American Cafe
Dine In The Park
- Dornans (Two Restaurant options – Chuckwagon and Pizza & Pasta Co.)
- Trapper Grill – At Signal Mountain Lodge
- Mural Room – Fine Dining at Jackson Lake Lodge
- Pioneer Grill – Diner at Jackson Lake Lodge
For more eateries that are honeymoon-worthy, get my full travel guide!
Activities & Excursions
Besides the many hours… days even, that you can spend just driving and hiking around to explore the fun town and beautiful national parks, There are SO MANY things to do for your Jackson Hole honeymoon!
Activities will vary season to season. The busy Summer season is June-September, during these months, all of the activities and excursions listed below will be available. Peak Winter season is Dec-March. The winter activity recommendations listed below will be available as long as temperatures and snow levels are good. During off season (April & November) availability of all activities will vary.
Guided Activities & Excursions
- White water river rafting – Lewis & Clark, Teton Whitewater, Dave Hansen.
- Scenic river floats – Jackson Lake Lodge, Dave Hansen, Lewis & Clark.
- Jackson Lake cruise – Colter Bay
General Activities
- Jackson Hole Rodeos
- Snow King Resort (Alpine Slide, Treetop Adventure Park, Cowboy Coaster & Scenic Chairlift)
- JH Mountain Resort (Mountain Biking, Gondola, Summer Camps, Events and More)
- Hotsprings – Granite Hot Springs, Astoria Hotsprings
Winter Guided Activities & Excursions
- Scenic/Wildlife tours – Brushbuck Tours, JH Wildlife Safaris, Ecotour Adventures.
- Ice fishing – Grand Teton Fly Fishing, The Wandering Angler.
General Winter Actvities
- Ice Skating – Teton Village Skating, Town Square Skating, Snow King Sports Center.
- Skiing & Snowboarding – JH Mountain Resort, Snow King.
This is just a fraction of the resources I offer my couples looking to have a Jackson Hole honeymoon. If you want a full guide, reach out to me, and we can talk all things Jackson Hole!
