Jackson is renowned for its scenery, its views, its solitude and peace. Over the years it has served as host to vacationers seeking the thrills of Alpine skiing, the exhilaration of Nordic skiing, the challenge of hiking and climbing the 4000-footers, and the quiet contemplation offered by wandering on the hundreds of paths in the surrounding White Mountain National Forest.
Jacksonites tend to be environmentally conscious while heeding the New Hampshire live free or die spirit which emphasizes land ownership rights. With respect to the development of wind energy resources, Jackson faces the challenge of balancing energy needs with concerns about visual pollution, noise and birdlife threats.