Some mountain cities are inconceivably picturesque, like residing in a snow globe. Downside is, with crowding in excessive season, it could really feel simply as cramped. Take Jackson Gap. It’s a world-class ski vacation spot, however you’re gonna need to put up with lengthy traces and congestion—until you side-step Jackson Gap Mountain Resort. As a first-time customer, you won’t know the eponymous ski space is definitely situated in Teton Village, about 30 to 45 minutes away (snow and/or site visitors can double that point) from the charming downtown and must-visit spots like Million Greenback Cowboy Bar, recognized for its nightly dwell music, exuberant dance ground, and various crowd of revelers. That’s why we wish to make Resort Jackson basecamp.
This household owned and operated LEED-certified, 4-star resort is within the absolute middle of Jackson Gap. It has 55 fantastically appointed visitor rooms together with 4 signature suites, all outfitted with top-of-the-line facilities, pure gasoline fireplaces, and spa loos with plush robes (which it is best to put on for every day jaunts to the rooftop jacuzzi).
Past the lodging, it’s the genuine touches all through the resort’s widespread areas that basically make the resort memorable—just like the inviting Sacajawea Library with its unimaginable assortment of western literature and handpicked artwork.

Sacajawea Library (left); inside room particulars (proper). Courtesy Picture
While you keep downtown within the winter, the city turns into a lot greater than only a ski vacation spot. In any case, snowboarding isn’t for everybody.
There’s the long-lasting city sq. and oh-so-photogenic antler archway, together with lots of the finest eating places like White Buffalo Membership, a local-favorite steak home, and The Kitchen, a comfortable area providing up Asian-influenced delicacies. There’s additionally FIGS, Resort Jackson’s scrumptious in-house restaurant, recognized for its eclectic mixture of Lebanese- and Mediterranean-inspired dishes together with a design-your-own hummus idea that’s to not be missed. The menu contains different Mediterranean favorites like shawarma and kebabs, together with a refreshing collection of vegetarian- and vegan-friendly choices that may be onerous to search out in a meat-heavy city like Jackson Gap.