Teton Pass is a mountain route on Wyoming Highway 22 connecting the Jackson area with Victor and Driggs, Idaho. For things to do in Teton Pass, plan around the mountain scenery and the practical demands of a steep, curving road—and check conditions before setting out.
- Route: Wyoming Highway 22, becoming Idaho State Highway 33 at the state line
- Elevation: 8,431 feet above sea level
- Elevation change: approximately 2,400 feet up from near Wilson
- Key considerations: steep grades, sharp curves and possible winter closures
At a glance
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01Where Teton Pass is and why drivers cross itTeton Pass connects the Jackson area in Wyoming with Victor and Driggs in Idaho.
02Viewpoints and stops along the wayThe mountain route itself is the main draw for a drive over Teton Pass, with the road climbing from near…
03Driving conditions and seasonal hazardsTeton Pass has steep grades and sharp curves, and conditions can become hazardous.- 04Connecting the pass with a Driggs outingTeton Pass can be part of a drive between Jackson and Driggs, with the road continuing into Idaho as State…
- 05FAQsWyoming Highway 22 crosses the pass and becomes Idaho State Highway 33 at the Idaho state line.
Where Teton Pass is and why drivers cross it
Teton Pass connects the Jackson area in Wyoming with Victor and Driggs in Idaho. The route follows Wyoming Highway 22 from Jackson toward Wilson; at the Idaho state line, the highway becomes Idaho State Highway 33.
The pass rises approximately 2,400 feet from its base near Wilson, then descends toward the state line. The elevation is 8,431 feet above sea level. The U.S. Forest Service says the corridor has been important for travel for at least 10,000 years.
Viewpoints and stops along the way
The mountain route itself is the main draw for a drive over Teton Pass, with the road climbing from near Wilson before dropping toward Idaho. The facts here identify no specific designated viewpoint or stopping area, so don’t assume a particular pullout is available; follow posted road rules and use only legal places to stop.
If you continue toward Idaho, Victor and Driggs sit along the corridor. For ideas on what to do after crossing into town, browse this guide to things to do in Driggs on a day trip from Jackson.
Driving conditions and seasonal hazards
Teton Pass has steep grades and sharp curves, and conditions can become hazardous. The Wyoming Highway Patrol advises drivers to use lower gears to control speed on descents.
Winter travel calls for extra planning: the patrol says closures should be anticipated during inclement weather or heavy snowfall, avalanches are possible whenever snow is present, and tire chains may be required for all vehicles under certain conditions. Trailers of any kind are prohibited on the pass from November 15 through April 1 each winter.
WYDOT identifies Teton Pass as a Safe Pass-certified highway. Drivers of vehicles towing any trailer, vehicles over 10,000 pounds GVWR, recreational vehicles and commercial vehicles are required to hold Safe Pass certification.
Check WYDOT’s official site before you go for road and camera conditions; cameras are located at Teton Pass milepost 11.20 and at the Idaho state line, milepost 17.30.
How do you plan the route from Jackson?
From Jackson, follow Wyoming Highway 22 toward Wilson and continue over Teton Pass toward the Idaho state line. The pass is about 10.0 miles from Alpine Motel, a hotel in Jackson.
Before driving, check conditions for the entire route, including the stretch between Wilson and the state line. If weather or snow makes the pass unusable, the Wyoming Highway Patrol names the route through Hoback Junction, Alpine and Idaho’s Swan Valley as the most common alternative between Jackson and Driggs.
For drivers subject to the Safe Pass certification requirement, make sure the required certification is in place before using the highway. If you’re towing a trailer in winter, account for the seasonal prohibition rather than planning to cross the pass with it.
Connecting the pass with a Driggs outing
Teton Pass can be part of a drive between Jackson and Driggs, with the road continuing into Idaho as State Highway 33.
If the pass is open and conditions suit your plans, you can pair the crossing with time in Driggs; if it is closed or unsafe, the route through Hoback Junction, Alpine and Swan Valley is the patrol’s named alternative.
Keep the mountain crossing and the Idaho stop in the same route plan, but check the road before committing to the pass. Weather-related closures, possible avalanches when snow is present and chain requirements can affect whether the crossing is practical.
FAQs
What highway goes over Teton Pass?
Wyoming Highway 22 crosses the pass and becomes Idaho State Highway 33 at the Idaho state line.
How high is Teton Pass?
Its elevation is 8,431 feet above sea level.
Can you take a trailer over Teton Pass in winter?
Trailers of any kind are prohibited on the pass from November 15 through April 1 each winter.
What is the alternative route between Jackson and Driggs?
The Wyoming Highway Patrol names the route through Hoback Junction, Alpine and Idaho’s Swan Valley as the most common alternative when Teton Pass cannot be used.