Rest Day Options
There are two rest days in west Yellowstone and Jackson this year on the Ridge of the Rockies. we will provide GPS options for rides in both parks you can do ON YOU OWN. These parks do not allow cycling groups of more than 15 people which Prevents PAC TOUR from operating within the park. There will be 1 short option (56 Miles in Tetons 65 Miles in Yellowstone) and 1 long option (90 miles in Tetons & 126 miles in Yellowstone) for each day. While both parks are beautiful Teton national park has much better biking infrastructure and better roads for cycling. The majority of Yellowstone has narrow shoulders, distracted drivers & unpredictable wildlife… a scary combination, the only route with good shoulders for the majority of the time is the 65 mile out and back to old faithful, so if you want to see more of the park we would recommend a bus tour/car rental option for this day. those options are detailed below.
West Yellowstone based tour options
During our Ridge of the Rockies tour, we will have a rest day in West Yellowstone on 9/11/24 and a rest day in Jackson on 9/13/24. This gives you the perfect opportunity to see Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park. You can ride in the parks on your own, in small groups, but PAC Tour does not operate within either park, so make sure to review the both park’s rules & map to familiarize yourself where you can get food & water.
West Yellowstone & Jackson also have many different companies that run tours of the parks, most of the Yellowstone tours are divided into upper or lower. The upper tour will give more time in the mountains and steep canyons of Yellowstone, there is not as much wildlife or volcanic activity here, but the views are incredible. The lower tours will take you through most of the bubble pots, geysers, and hot springs, there are tons of buffalo and other wildlife in this section.
Most of the companies that run tours base their price on the size of your group - the more people you have, the cheaper per person it will be. A base price for this type is around $250. Listed below are the more affordable options from the company Yellowstone vacation tours below, and the best options in Jackson below as well. Sign up ASAP to guarantee a spot
Yellowstone Vacation Tours
Bus Tours
Tour of the southern loop by converted school buses approx $140.00 plus tax per person. Upper loop not available as of 1/21/24.
Contact them to check if upper loop is available.
Car Rentals
Renting a car or side-by-side is the cheapest way to see the park without pedaling especially if you form groups
Car rentals start at $150 for a minivan and $160 for a Jeep (plus tax and fees)
Side-by-side rentals start at $330 for a 2-seater, $350 for a 4-seater
tour options in jackson
EcoTours
Bus tours out of Jackson, options for sunset or sunrise tours of Tetons 4hrs $189 or all day 8hr tour $350.
They also offer tours into Yellowstone 12hr all day for $400.
Other options for wildlife & birdwatching tours also available.
Car Rentals
Car rentals are on the outskirts of town in Jackson and will require a 3-4 mile bike ride to pick up your car, here are several options:
Jackson Hole Backcountry Rentals: Vans, SUV, & side by sides starting from $140 per day
Jackson Hole Jeep Rentals: Prices not listed
Jackson Hole Adventure Rentals: SUV & Jeep Rentals starting at $189