The Top Instagram Spots in Jackson Hole
Here’s the lowdown on the top 6 Instagrammable locations in Jackson Hole.
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The Top of Snow King
The 360-degree views from the top of the mountain are fabulous — you can stare back at the buildings in town below you and out over the buttes to the clear and jagged Teton mountains just beyond, as captured in the photo above.
Reaching the summit can be had the easy way — by hopping on the scenic gondola — or the more ambitious way of hiking or biking up the switchback trails on the 1,500-vertical extensive trail network.
While you’re there, visit the new Observatory and Planetarium and/or grab dinner at the new Aurora restaurant, or have a satisfying snack or lunch at the café and coffee shop directly below the restaurant. Open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the café features French pastries and craft pizza slices.
The annual summer King Concert series is also held at the tippy top of the “Town Hill.”
Aerial Tram at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
Known as “Big Red,” you can’t go wrong with a selfie in or of this iconic tram.
In just 9 minutes, the Aerial Tram glides skyward 4,139 vertical feet to the summit of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, the ski area that is the source of legend in the ski industry. Big Red holds 100 people.
The top of the tram is the home of the world-famous gourmet waffles of Cobet’s Cabin; think waffles topped with peanut butter and smoked bacon, Nutella, or brown sugar butter, among other delights for the tummy.
Hike down or pop back in the tram when you’re done exploring the summit and taking oodles of photos.
Elk Antler Arches on Town Square
Millions upon millions of visitors — and locals — have posed under these infamous arches. It’s simply just tradition! Built from elk antlers collected from the nearby National Elk Refuge, these arches that adorn Town Square have a rich history tied to both Jackson Hole’s traditions and conservation efforts.
The first of these arches was built in the early 1960s when the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce sought to capture the town’s rustic history and the natural beauty of the Teton area. The arches seemed like a perfect solution, and soon, all four entrances to the Town Square were adorned with stunning antler structures.
Every winter, thousands of elk migrate from the mountains to the National Elk Refuge in the valley to escape the harsh conditions higher up. When spring arrives, the elk naturally shed their antlers, which are then collected by the local Boy Scouts, who play a significant role in the arch tradition.
Fun fact: Each arch is made up of approximately 2,000 antlers!
The Million Dollar Cowboy Bar
The classic neon bucking bronc sign shining above this popular saloon and music venue — complete with its infamous saddle bar stools — is nearly 90 years old and brightens up downtown Jackson, beckoning folks to come inside and sit a spell. Posting a shot of it will yield many “likes!”
Throughout the decades, some of the finest entertainers in country music have found their way to the Cowboy Bar‘s historic stage. Beginning in the 70s and 80s, legends including Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, The Statler Brothers, Glen Campbell, and Tanya Tucker performed at The Cowboy. In recent years, the legend has only grown with nearly fifty headline shows featuring artists as varied as Hank Williams Jr., Kevin Costner, Clint Black, Sara Evans, Midland, Riley Green, Randy Owen, The Oak Ridge Boys, Jennifer Nettles, and Carly Pearce.
Oxbow Bend
While there are countless breathtaking views of the Teton Range throughout Grand Teton National Park, Oxbow Bend is one of the most quintessential. The overlook is located along highway 89/191 between Jackson Lake Junction and Moran Junction and is home, sweet home to a variety of birds and animals, including pelicans, Great Blue Herons, muskrats, otters, moose, and bear.
On calm days, Mount Moran can be seen reflected on the surface of the water, as seen in the above photograph. Oxbow Bend is a popular area to view sunrise or sunset, and is visited by photographers hoping to capture the Snake River and the mighty Teton Range in all its splendor.
The Moulton Barn
This 100-year-old weathered structure is widely known as the most photographed barn in America. It is located in the historic area known as Mormon Row off Antelope Flats Road, in Moose. The barn is a testimony to the steadfast nature of Mormon settlers traveling West in search of religious freedom, and has become an icon for the valley. As you can see from this photo, the jagged Tetons in the background add to any image you choose to post of this memorable spot!
