Bentwood Inn recognizes the importance of biking as a recreational and transportation opportunity in Jackson Hole.
(We have several mountain bikes available for guest use on a first come, first serve basis.)
- Biking Teton National Park
Moose-Wilson Rd (Hwy 390) also called Teton Village Rd
This bike path located practically at the front door to the Bentwood Inn goes toward Teton Village but does not go all the way to the village. The bike path abruptly ends about a mile from the Village. Do not be afraid to bike on the roadways but do make sure to use appropriate signals and safety precautions.
If you decide to turn right (instead of left toward Teton Village), you have four options:
Option One: Pathway to Teton Pass
You can follow the bike path to Teton Pass, which will offer challenging 7% grades until you reach the end of the path just before the pass. The path is paved the entire way but can become indistinguishable near downtown Wilson where you have to follow the road underneath a bridge. The path crosses Hwy 22 in this tunnel and you will continue up the path facing traffic.
Option Two: Pathway to Fall Creek Rd
Continue on the pathway west toward Wilson and once you come out of the tunnel, continue straight onto Fall Creek Rd (directly next to the Exxon station). This road is several miles long and is host to a lot of bike traffic. You will pass many ranches and follows along Fish Creek with views of the Snake River in some places. This is an out and back course unless you are looking to do a serious ride (40+ miles) in which case you can follow this road all the way to Hwy 89 toward Alpine.
Option Three: Pathway to Hwy 22 East to “The Beach”
Biking along the Snake River on a gravel road with breathtaking scenery for several miles is only a stone’s throw away from your room. Take a left onto Hwy 22 at the “T” intersection. Continue 1/3 of a mile to the pull-off for what is known as “the beach”. You can bike in either direction (left of right) for world class views of the Snake River.
Option Four: Pathway to Hwy 22 East to South of Town
You can follow the road along Hwy 22 East for approximately 3 miles before you reach another pathway that goes toward south of town. This pathway is relatively flat with a few inclines and is recommended if you plan to spend several hours biking. You will end up near South Park Loop Rd (just south of the town of Jackson).
Bike Shops:
Hoback Sports: http://www.hobacksports.com
Wilson Backcountry: http://www.wilsonbackcountry.com/
