visiting the national parks
grand teton and yellowstone parks are located 3 and 33 miles (to park boundaries) away respectively, so it requires only a short drive to reach either park. few lodging sites offer this ease of access to both parks. fewer still offer all of the amenities available at the hatchet resort. a perfect route for a day in yellowstone from the hatchet is driving the parkâs lower loop, which takes visitors to the renowned old faithful and upper geyser basin areas, as well as the grand canyon of the yellowstone and yellowstone lake. hatchet guests can reach the stunning hikes beneath grand teton national parkâs tallest peaks in half an hour.

wildlife watching and photography
in the summer, many species of wildlife head for the high country. nearby togwotee pass allows hatchet guests to drive nearly 3,000 feet up into the mountains. togwotee is great spot for using binoculars to glass for wildlife. with a little luck, you can even spot grizzly bears and wolves. the valley that surrounds the hatchet is a great place for taking photographs of moose, bison, elk, deer, eagles, coyotes, and osprey, which frequent the area year-round. our staff can easily provide current recommendations on where people are having luck seeing wildlife.

hiking
with both wildlife-filled valleys and high-elevation alpine terrain, jackson hole and the yellowstone region offer some of the best hiking in the world. there truly is something for everyone. hikers can enjoy short walks through rolling valley country or all-day and overnight trips in mountainous terrain. wildlife sightings are common while hiking in yellowstone country. for a recommended hike designed for you or your group, check in at the hatchet office. we can also provide you with maps.