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Minimalist Packing: The Art of Bringing Less
When you're on the road, it's easy to justify another pair of shoes—you know, just in case you run into some mud. And then another jacket, because you might need something more formal instead of your puffy jacket. And then, before you know it, you've brought three suitcases, a hatbox, four duffel bags, and a garment bag for a wedding dress. There's a better way! No matter where you're going—whether you're packing for Jackson Hole or a beach in the Bahamas—here's a travel pro tip: less ...
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Are we there yet? Drive times to popular Jackson Hole attractions
You’ve often heard us say that Flat Creek Inn is the closest hotel to Grand Teton National Park. But whether you’re visiting for hiking, arts and culture, or skiing, Flat Creek Inn is the perfect home base for any adventure. National Elk Refuge & Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center 532 N Cache St, Jackson, WY 83001 With a drive time of 3 minutes and a total distance of 1.5 miles, you’ll barely have time to argue about what to listen to in the car before you’re g...
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Welcome to Flat Creek Inn!
If you’ve searched for hotels near Grand Teton National Park, affordable lodging in Jackson Hole, or places to stay near the National Elk Refuge and thought, “That one with the view looks suspiciously perfect,” hi! We're Flat Creek Inn, a family-owned motel dedicated to helping you love your time here in the valley. Where is Flat Creek Inn located? We’re located directly across from the National Elk Refuge, about one mile from Jackson Town Square. Translation: you get wide-open...
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The Pros and Cons of Every Type of Vacation Lodging
There are a lot of vacation lodging options. Let’s review the most common ones, and we’ll include pros and cons to help you find the best arrangement for your next trip. Plus, we'll add the best places to stay in Jackson Hole. Note: The distinctions between categories sometimes run together, and some places to stay will be called one thing when they probably fit more cleanly being called some other thing. Hotels What is it? What most people think of traditionally when they think...
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A Guide to Jackson Hole’s Mountains
You don’t need to know the names of the mountains around Jackson Hole to enjoy them. You can just look out the window and let them do their thing. That said, people like context. They want to point and say, “That one over there? That's Mount Whatever,” and occasionally be right. So here’s a genuinely useful rundown of the major mountains you’ll see in the area around Flat Creek Inn, what they are, and why they matter—without turning this into a mountaineering résumé. Gra...
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