PARKS Atlas
A lone bison grazes on a hillside overlooking the sweeping Hayden Valley in Yellowstone National Park, with the Yellowstone River meandering through lush meadows and distant mountain ranges bathed in a warm pink-hued sunset sky.

Idaho, Montana, Wyoming · Yellowstone National Park · Gateway

Jackson

Southern approach via Tetons

A lone bison grazes on a hillside overlooking the sweeping · near Yellowstone National Park

Jackson, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming

At a glance — Jackson

Jackson is a drive-in basecamp 45.6 miles from the entrance of Yellowstone. Services on hand: lodging, dining, groceries, gas stations, and ATM access. Population around 10,760. No town shuttle into the park — plan to drive in and park at the entrance lots.

Distance to entrance
45.6 mi drive

Plan to drive in via the south entrance.

Town → park shuttle
No — drive in

Drive in and park at the entrance lots; no town shuttle ties into the park system.

Population
≈10,760
Property mix
Chain hotels + budget

National chain options at roadside-corridor pricing.

Map

Explore Jackson

Explore more

Accessibility

Accessibility — Jackson

Drive-in required — no integrated park shuttle from this base. Plan for private vehicle entrance and trailhead parking. Confirm lodging room ADA features with the operator before booking.

Lodging

Where to stay near Jackson

We're still mapping lodging for Jackson. We'll add properties as we field-test them.

Things to do

Things to do near Jackson

We're still mapping things to do near Jackson. We'll add operators as we field-test them.

See all Yellowstone experiences →

Camping

Camping near Jackson

Jackson has no campgrounds in town — the nearest sites are inside the park.

See all Yellowstone camping →

Quieter alternatives

Quieter alternatives near Jackson

We're still mapping quieter alternatives near Jackson. We'll add suggestions as we field-test them.

Save on Entry

One pass covers Yellowstone — and every other US national park.

The America the Beautiful annual pass pays for itself in two or three park visits. Free entry, free passenger fees, and no more fumbling for a credit card at the kiosk.

America the Beautiful National Park Pass — the 2026 annual pass card Buy your pass → Learn more about the pass

Ships from US Park Pass. Free shipping in the continental US.