Moran Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Oxbow Bend showing mountains and a river or creek
Moran showing forests
Colter Bay Visitor Center which includes a lake or waterhole and a bay or harbour as well as children
Moran showing 4-wheel driving as well as a small group of people
Oxbow Bend which includes wetlands, kayaking or canoeing and a river or creek

This small town is a gateway to outdoor adventures within a national park famous for its forests, lakes, mountains and wildlife. 

Moran sits at the edge of the Moran Entrance Station, one of the main access points to the glorious Grand Teton National ParkOpens in a new window. Delight in the opportunities to explore a region of outstanding natural beauty via lookouts, trails and water bodies. Moran stands at the edge of the rolling landscapes of the Buffalo Valley. It takes its name from Thomas Moran, a British-born artist acclaimed for his paintings of the American West.

Major attractions lie west of the entrance station, where you can pay the park admission fee. The well-maintained roads are ideal to explore via rented car or bike. Visit Oxbow Bend, a curve in the Snake River that creates a stunning mirror image of Mount Moran. Admire sweeping views of the Teton Range and look down on Jackson Lake from Willow Flats Overlook and Jackson Lake Overlook at Signal Mountain.

About 10 miles (16 kilometers) northwest of Moran on the banks of Jackson Lake is Colter Bay Village. Join range-led programs, purchase park permits and browse an exhibit of Native American art at Colter Bay Visitor Center. From June to September take lake cruises or rent canoes, kayaks and motorboats at Colter Bay Marina. Trails lead from the village’s waterfront through thick forests and to rocky beaches with open views of snow-capped peaks.

Boats are also available at the lakeside lodge at the base of Signal Mountain. While here, walk to the pretty log-built Chapel of the Sacred Heart.

Look for wildlife throughout the year along the riverbanks and within the forests. See eagles and ospreys flying overhead and watch for bears, elk and moose. Camp at grounds at Colter Bay Village, Moran and Signal Mountain waterfront for an authentic experience of the great outdoors.

Moran is 30 miles (48 kilometers) north of Jackson. Yellowstone National ParkOpens in a new window is just over a 1-hour drive north. The nearest airport is Jackson Hole Airport. Moran Entrance Station is open year-round. Expect cold weather conditions in winter.

Jackson Lake Lodge
Jackson Lake Lodge
3.5 out of 5
101 Jackson Lake Lodge Road, Moran, WY
The price is AU$784 per night from 12 June to 13 June
AU$784
12 June - 13 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly resort in Moran. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"I liked hiking trails that were nearby. We did not like that the grill didn't have enough seating to accomodate everyone."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2025

Jackson Lake Lodge
Buffalo Valley Ranch
Buffalo Valley Ranch
2.5 out of 5
16885 Buffalo Valley Road, Moran, WY
The price is AU$182 per night from 7 June to 8 June
AU$182
7 June - 8 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this ranch in Moran. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and meeting facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews.
6.8/10 (745 reviews)
"Beautiful"

Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2025

Buffalo Valley Ranch
Togwotee Mountain Lodge
Togwotee Mountain Lodge
2.5 out of 5
27655 HWY 26/287, Moran, WY
The price is AU$371 per night from 11 June to 12 June
AU$371
11 June - 12 June
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly lodge in Moran. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Property is really neat, it’s really early so still has snow and very few people."

Reviewed on 28 May 2025

Togwotee Mountain Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cabin with Teton view nestled between Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone
Cabin with Teton view nestled between Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone
Moran
Stay at this cabin in Moran. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Nice, Quaint Place!
"Very warm and homey cabin. We felt very comfortable there."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Cabin with Teton view nestled between Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone
Cowboy Village Resort
Cowboy Village Resort
2.5 out of 5
120 S Flat Creek Dr, Jackson, WY
Book a stay at this ski cabin in Jackson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free ski shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,323 reviews)
"Great location, spacious, clean and comfortable rooms."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2025

Cowboy Village Resort
Moose Creek Ranch
Moose Creek Ranch
3.5 out of 5
2733 East 10800 South, Victor, ID
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly cabin in Victor. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (410 reviews)
"Was one of the best place I’ve stayed so far."

Reviewed on 29 May 2025

Moose Creek Ranch
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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