Dornans in Moose, Wyoming [[ Vacation in Jackson Hole

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The approach to Dornans.

Welcome to Grand Teton National Park and Jackson Hole, Wyoming!
Dornans is a third, fourth, and fifth generation, family-owned/operated resort located in the heart of the Jackson Hole valley, on the Snake River inside the boundaries of Grand Teton National Park, and just 40 miles south of Yellowstone National Park.

The western ambiance is an essential part of Dornans, we have a host of services ranging from two restaurants, an outstanding wine selection, alcohol and beer options, grocery and deli, gasoline, ATM, gifts and dining to guest lodging, and adventure sports equipment rental and sales during the summer. Also, on site is Moosley Seconds: climbing gear and soft goods; as well as Will Dornan's Snake River Angler Fly Shop; and Barker-Ewing scenic float trip booking desk. The winter months see the addition of the rental of cross-country skis as well as snowshoes. The Chuckwagon, Adventure Sports, and Moosley Second close during the winter months. The Dornan family has been serving folks in northwestern Wyoming for over sixty years.

Driving through the Grand Teton National Park or Jackson Hole and need gas? Food? Ice? Liquids? A snack? A meal? An ATM? Lodging? Groceries? Internet access? A telephone? Take a relaxing break and stop in at Dornans and browse, grab a bite, and stretch your legs. Snake River Angler fly-fishing shop and raft trips, Moosley Seconds mountaineering shop, and Barker-Ewing Scenic float trips add to your enjoyment.

Let the Dornans offer you the chance to experience this beautiful country first hand, and indulge you with true western hospitality.

Contact Us: 307-733-2415, ext. 300 Main Office
Fax Us: 307-733-3544
email us: timm@dornans.com

Ellen Dornan (second from right) leads a trail ride with guests and neighbors.

Who are the Dornans?
The Dornans homesteaded Jackson Hole in the early 20th century, and as traffic picked up to the Tetons and Yellowstone, John P. Dornan started a roadside business to serve visitors with gas, beer, and food. Over nearly six decades, JP-- and his children-- and their children--and their grandchildren-- have grown the business to include vacation cabins, adventure sports equipment rentals, retail stores, two restaurants, and a world-class wine store. Richard has been President for the last 25 years or so, and keeps us all in line and moving forward!

We added a new bar/wineshop/restaurant in 1978.
We added adventure sports in 1982.
We added a gift shop in 1987.
We have rented space to Barker-Ewing Scenic Trips since 1989.
We have rented space to Moosley Seconds since 1990.
We upgraded our cabins in 1992.
We added a web site in 1996.
We have rented space to Snake River Angler since 2000.
We added a coffee cart in 2002.
We added an ice cream cart in 2006.

Today, our family still gets up early, and stays late; to serve your needs, whether you're traveling through or coming to stay with us. Come say hi!

Folks have asked who is who in the family. So, I'll try to give some information.

Evelyn Dornan and her son John (Jack) Dornan came to Moose and Evelyn homesteaded the property.
'Jack' Dornan married a local girl -- Ellen Jones, whose father homesteaded in 1906-- and they had seven children.
ROBERT married Patricia and had two sons. R. Grant & Earle.
R. Grant married Carolyn Drumm and had two children: Zachary & Chelsea
Patricia has passed away.
Earle married Jacque Johnson, but has since gotten divorced, and has not had children.
JOHN married Nancy and did not have children.
VIRGINIA married 'Bud' Gurney, and had four children.
Jonathan married Linda, and have not had children.
Steven was married but has since gotten divorced; his children are Amber and Kellen
Bruce was married but has since gotten divorced, has two daughters Lauren & Morgan.
Sarah has a lovely son Cole.
DAVID married Reade and had two children: Wythe and Ellen K.
Wythe has passed away.
Ellen K. lives in New Mexico with Craig and their two children, Rapture Boogie and Solis Lumen.
RICHARD married Ellen Wilson and adopted her two children. Will & Mary Jo.
Will was married to Erica and had a daughter Danielle, but he has since gotten a divorce and married Mandy and they have Sam and Margaret.
Mary Jo married Michael and have Mariah, Ben and Michael, she has since gotten a divorce.
Richard and Ellen have since divorced and he is married to Tricia.
RODNEY married Marcia, and got divorced.
Then married Joanne and had two children D. Huntley & Conrad.
Rodney and Joanne have since divorced and he married Carol.
Rodney has passed away.
Huntley is married to Courtney
Conrad is living in New York
HARRY passed away while still young.

Stop by or give a call to say Hi!!

This summer you will see Dick, Tricia, Bob, Earle, and Zach working at Dornans. Also, Virginia and Carol live on the property. Then during the summer appearances and visits are planned by Conrad, Huntley & Courtney, Grant, Jonathan & Linda, John & Nancy, and Dave & Reade.

So as you can tell - the Dornan family keeps involved in the business.

The original Chuckwagon kitchen.

Time Lapse Movie of the Tetons from the Dornan's Deck
Check out this time lapse movie of the Tetons. This two-hour time lapse was shot in May, 2003 from the deck of the Dornan's bar. You will need the Quicktime player to watch this short video. Just click the thumbnail to check it out.

Click thumbnail view time lapse movie of the Tetons