Where is Hoback, Wyoming, USA?

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Where is Hoback Located? - Hoback is a city located in the Teton County of Wyoming, United States. Hoback lies between 38.7598381 Degrees North latitudes and 77.5749905 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Hoback, Wyoming

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Where is Hoback Located?

Hoback is a city located in the Teton County of Wyoming, United States. Hoback lies between 38.7598381 Degrees North latitudes and 77.5749905 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Hoback city is 1276 people and the city has a total area of 43.45 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Hoback, Wyoming Quick Facts

Property Information
Census-Designated Place (CDP)Hoback
CountyTeton County
StateWyoming
State CapitalCheyenne
US RegionWestern United States
Latitude43.2799° N
Longitude110.7748° W
Elevation6,158 ft (1,877 m)
Land Area10.18 sq mi
Water Area0.00 sq mi
Total Area10.18 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)1,453 (2020 Census)
Population Density (per sq mi)143
ZIP Code83001
Area Code307
Time Zone StandardMountain Standard Time (MST, UTC−7)
Time Zone DaylightMountain Daylight Time (MDT, UTC−6)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code56-39020
Congressional DistrictWyoming At-Large Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Hoback, Wyoming

Category Information
Airport NameJackson Hole Airport
IATA CodeJAC
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 26, U.S. Route 89, U.S. Route 191, Wyoming Highway 22 (nearby)
Train/Rail ServiceNo passenger rail service
Local Bus/Transit ServiceSTART Bus (regional service nearby)
  • U.S. Routes 26, 89, and 191 converge near Hoback Junction, providing access to Jackson, Alpine, Pinedale, and Yellowstone region destinations.
  • Wyoming Highway 22 connects nearby Jackson with Teton Pass and Victor, Idaho.
  • Jackson Hole Airport, located about 20 miles north, offers year-round commercial flights to major U.S. cities.
  • Regional START Bus services operate between Jackson and nearby communities, providing limited public transportation options.

Top Places to Visit in Hoback, Wyoming

Landmark Name Type
Hoback RiverScenic River
Snake River CanyonNatural Attraction
Bridger-Teton National ForestNational Forest
Hoback JunctionScenic Gateway
Jackson HoleMountain Valley
Grand Teton National ParkNational Park
National Elk RefugeWildlife Refuge
Granite Hot SpringsHot Springs
Snake River Canyon Scenic BywayScenic Drive
Astoria Hot Springs ParkHot Springs Park

Driving Distances from Hoback, Wyoming to Nearby Cities

City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
JacksonWyoming1320 min
WilsonWyoming1725 min
AlpineWyoming2430 min
VictorIdaho3245 min
DriggsIdaho4055 min
PinedaleWyoming781 hr 25 min
AftonWyoming661 hr 15 min
Idaho FallsIdaho952 hr
DuboisWyoming1152 hr 20 min
Rock SpringsWyoming1693 hr

Colleges and Universities near Hoback, Wyoming

Institution Name Type Level Notable For
Central Wyoming College – Jackson CenterPublicCommunity CollegeWorkforce training, general education, and continuing education programs
University of WyomingPublicUniversityResearch, engineering, agriculture, business, and liberal arts
College of Eastern IdahoPublicCommunity CollegeCareer programs, technical education, and transfer studies
Idaho State UniversityPublicUniversityHealth sciences, engineering, business, and education
Teton County School District #1PublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary education serving the Jackson area

Waterbodies in Hoback, Wyoming

Hoback River, Snake River, Granite Creek, Flat Creek, Fish Creek, Palisades Reservoir, Jackson Lake, Jenny Lake.

Golf Courses near Hoback, Wyoming

Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis Club, Teton Pines Country Club, Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis Club Course, Shooting Star Jackson Hole, Valles Caldera Golf Course.

Hoback, Wyoming — Key Historical Facts

  • Hoback is located in the Jackson Hole region of western Wyoming and takes its name from John Hoback, an early nineteenth-century explorer and fur trapper associated with the American West.
  • The area developed around transportation routes connecting the Snake River Valley with Jackson Hole and surrounding mountain communities.
  • Hoback Junction became an important crossroads where major highways connect southern Wyoming with Jackson and Grand Teton National Park.
  • The community has long been influenced by ranching, outdoor recreation, tourism, and the natural resources of the surrounding Bridger-Teton National Forest.
  • Today, Hoback is known for its scenic mountain landscapes, river access, wildlife viewing opportunities, and proximity to Jackson Hole's world-famous outdoor destinations.

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