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$795 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
AU$795
8 Aug - 9 Aug
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Top ratings for location. Amazing views of the lake and the mountains. Worth noting if you don't pay attention to the hotel amenities: There is no air conditioning or TV's in the cottages. It got pretty warm when we were there."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 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$163 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$163
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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.
6.6/10 (837 reviews)
"We stayed in tge covered wagon. It was a fun change from tent camping and was surprisingly comfortable!"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Buffalo Valley Ranch
Headwaters Lodge & Cabins at Flagg Ranch

Headwaters Lodge & Cabins at Flagg Ranch

3 out of 5
2 mi south of S. Entrance of Yellowstone, Hwy 89, Moran, WY
The price is AU$591 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
AU$591
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Moran. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"overall a good property to stay at . it would have been fun to have some more activities to do on site."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Headwaters Lodge & Cabins at Flagg 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.
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! (26 reviews)
Nice
"This property was nice but a little more rustic than I expected. Main living area is nice and compact with a good size table and comfy couches and chairs. The stairs to the loft were a little steep and made me nervous to go down. The bathrooms were also a little smaller than excepted and neither ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Cabin with Teton view nestled between Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone
2/2 Cabin with Loft Nestled next to National Forest

2/2 Cabin with Loft Nestled next to National Forest

Moran
Stay at this vacation home in Moran. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and cable/satellite TV service.
Family together
"We did well. 4 upstairs and 2 downstairs"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

2/2 Cabin with Loft Nestled next to National Forest
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! (4,439 reviews)
"Great location for exploring the town of Jackson and surrounding areas. Restaurants, bars and shops within walking distance. The cabin was clean but pretty small."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Cowboy Village Resort
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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