Biking & Hiking

Thinking about a trip to Teton Valley, Idaho? Here’s an insider tip: autumn is one of the best-kept secrets around here. The crowds fade, prices drop, but the beauty and adventure? They stick around in full force.

The fall off-season offers peaceful hiking trails, Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park without the traffic jams, and a chance to really soak in the beauty of the valley at your own pace. If you’re looking for a getaway that’s cozy, affordable, and a little off the beaten path, here are 10 reasons you need to visit Teton Valley in the fall.

If you love hiking and biking, then Teton Valley needs to be on your bucket list! We’ve got stunning scenery, mountain biking and hiking trails for all ages and levels of expertise, and the best places to stay, eat, and play to make your trip unforgettable! When it comes to biking and hiking, we’ve got the best. For this travel guide for mountain biking and hiking in Teton Valley, Idaho, we’ve outlined a 3-day itinerary that captures the essence of Teton Valley with tips for making the most of your time in this iconic destination. 

If you’re looking for one of the best hikes in Teton Valley, Idaho, you can’t go wrong with the Darby Canyon Trail to Darby Wind Cave. This 5-mile round-trip trail takes you on a scenic journey through a mix of spruce and aspen forests, flower-filled meadows, bubbling streams, and lots of scenic overlooks with dramatic cliffs and views for miles.

Autumn in Teton Valley is perfect for so many reasons! The mountains and trees put on a glorious show with lots of golds, oranges, and reds. The weather is warm during the day and cool at night, and the trails, rivers, and restaurants are less busy. There’s never a shortage of things to do in Teton Valley, no matter the season. We’re a year-round kind of place and as the seasons change, so do the opportunities for fun and adventures.  

Fall in Teton Valley is beautiful to see. The abundant aspen groves always put on a show with leaves changing to vibrant reds, oranges, and golds. Trumpeter swans, Canada Geese and Sandhill Cranes fly overhead, the temperatures are sunny and mild, and it’s the perfect time for seeing the sites as you hike and bike throughout the valley. 

If you’re planning a trip this autumn to our corner of paradise and want to find some great trails for nature hikes or bicycle rides, here are a few that are fun to explore and guaranteed to provide some beautiful sites. 

Teton Valley, Idaho has some of the best mountain biking trails in the country and riders of all experience levels come here to enjoy our trails. If you love to bike, and are looking for an easy ride where you can enjoy the scenery and soak it all in, we’ve rounded up a list of the best trails for beginners or easy rides to help you plan your day.

If you’re looking for the best hiking trails for beginner-level treks, gorgeous views, and truly getting away from it all, Teton Valley has what you’re looking for.