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
- Town → park shuttle
- No — drive in
- Population
- ≈10,760
- Property mix
- Chain hotels + budget
Plan to drive in via the south entrance.
Drive in and park at the entrance lots; no town shuttle ties into the park system.
National chain options at roadside-corridor pricing.
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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.
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Camping near Jackson
Jackson has no campgrounds in town — the nearest sites are inside the park.
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Quieter alternatives near Jackson
We're still mapping quieter alternatives near Jackson. We'll add suggestions as we field-test them.
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