Jackson Travel Guide

Granite Hot Springs is hidden deep in the Bridger-Teton National Forest south of Jackson, Wyoming, one of the most unique natural hot springs in the Rocky Mountains. The pool was built by local residents in the 1930s using granite boulders, fed by natural underground mineral springs with water temperature maintained around 40 degrees Celsius year-round. The most magical experience is visiting in winter: surrounded by snow-covered peaks and frosted pines, visitors soak in steaming hot pools, enjoying the ultimate contrast of ice and warmth. The springs retain a rustic, primitive character without commercial luxury, offering the purest natural hot spring experience. The drive from Jackson takes about one hour through the scenic Snake River Canyon.

Jackson is a western-style town at the foot of the Teton range and the gateway to Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks. Its centerpiece, the elk-antler arch plaza, is built from thousands of shed antlers and a must-photo landmark. The town blends cowboy culture with galleries and craft shops, while nearby lakes, wetlands and snow peaks form a world-class outdoor playground for horseback riding, rafting, skiing and wildlife watching. Whether as a base to rest between parks or to taste authentic small-town West, Jackson pairs convenience with wild beauty.