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Jackson Hole Aerial Tram

Teton Village, United States

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Jackson Hole Aerial Tram

Aerial tram climbing from Teton Village to the summit of Rendezvous Mountain in about 12 minutes. Riders see the Teton Range and Jackson Hole valley, then reach a skywalk and a waffle cafe at the top.

Highlights

  • Skywalk above north ridge
  • Corbet's Cabin waffles
  • Views of the Tetons

Good to know

  • Buy tickets online to skip lines
  • Weather delays not posted online
  • Much colder at the top, bring a jacket

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