Uploaded February 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
While Teton Village rates this new trail as a "double-black diamond", I admit I was intriqued and wanted to scope it out. Well, In my opinion, I don't think it was too exposed or dangerous. Angel's Landing in Zion National Park is way worse than this, by far. Regardless, it is still a challenging hike due to the elevation gain, starting at high altitude, and the distance. Don't overestimate it and it shouldn't be one of your first hikes.
Hiking my FAVORITE trail in Jackson, Wyoming - the Holey Moley trail. It's located in Teton Village about 25 minutes away from downtown Jackson and is worth the hike in mid-summer. Anything earlier and you most likely will need boots to go through the snow.
It technically is a free hike but it makes for a quite tiring day as you will ascend over 3000 feet and total over 7 miles if you take MY path (with is the free hiking paths).
BUT...if you want to skip the Wild-flower trail both up and down, you will need to pay for the gondola ticket which is a cost of $50/day per person. But it does give you unlimited rides up and down the mountain. So you will need to decide if that is worth it to you!
Holey Moley is not meant for those who get altitude sickness easy or are terrified of heights. Personally, I thought it was no big deal. And I think most intermediate hikers will agree with me.
It was beautiful and one that you won't forget either. I will do this one again and again as it is a great hike overall (the exercise, the distance (which is no big deal for seasoned hikers), and the beauty!)
While Teton Village rates this new trail as a "double-black diamond", I admit I was intriqued and wanted to scope it out. Well, In my opinion, I don't think it was too exposed or dangerous. Angel's Landing in Zion National Park is way worse than this, by far. Regardless, it is still a challenging hike due to the elevation gain, starting at high altitude, and the distance. Don't overestimate it and it shouldn't be one of your first hikes.
Hiking my FAVORITE trail in Jackson, Wyoming - the Holey Moley trail. It's located in Teton Village about 25 minutes away from downtown Jackson and is worth the hike in mid-summer. Anything earlier and you most likely will need boots to go through the snow.
It technically is a free hike but it makes for a quite tiring day as you will ascend over 3000 feet and total over 7 miles if you take MY path (with is the free hiking paths).
BUT...if you want to skip the Wild-flower trail both up and down, you will need to pay for the gondola ticket which is a cost of $50/day per person. But it does give you unlimited rides up and down the mountain. So you will need to decide if that is worth it to you!
Holey Moley is not meant for those who get altitude sickness easy or are terrified of heights. Personally, I thought it was no big deal. And I think most intermediate hikers will agree with me.
It was beautiful and one that you won't forget either. I will do this one again and again as it is a great hike overall (the exercise, the distance (which is no big deal for seasoned hikers), and the beauty!)
