How did Jackson Hole get its name?

Jackson Hole was originally named after Davey Jackson, a mountain man who trapped in the area during the late 1800s. Hole was a term used in that day to describe a high mountain valley. The world's longest-running shootout, which began in 1955, is held six nights a week from May-September on the Jackson town square.



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The most obvious explanation for the wealthy migration to Wyoming is the tax incentives. The state collects no personal or corporate income tax, and it has one of the nation's lowest sales tax rates (5.36 percent, compared to 8.49 percent in New York).

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Jackson Lake Swim Beach at Colter Bay Village This beach is the perfect destination for the entire family, whether you want to swim, kayak or relax on the shore. From your beach chair, you'll get panoramic views of the Teton Range.

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Verdict. So Jackson Hole definitely isn't for beginners—and maybe even some intermediates. But for experienced skiers, it's well worth the trip.

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Jackson Hole, Wyoming The Teton Mountain Range is a big draw, and Jackson Hole has an avid fishing and golfing community. Jackson Hole also has nearby access to both Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park.

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Temperature inversion at Jackson Hole Cold air is denser than warm air, so it sinks and fills in lower elevation areas. As the cold air settles in the valley, the lower slopes can stay quite cold while the upper slopes above the inversion and can be 10 to 20 Degrees warmer.

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