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Winter in Jackson Hole
Legendary powder, three distinct mountains, and a valley built for snow. Here's what each area offers in winter.
The Greater Teton Region in Winter
From the steeps of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort to Grand Targhee's famous powder and the quiet of Teton Valley, the region delivers world-class winter in every direction.
Each Area in Winter
Winter Guide
Teton Village
Ski-in/ski-out at the foot of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Ride the aerial tram from your doorstep, lap legendary steeps all day, and step straight into slope-side après — no car required.
- Ski-in/ski-out at JHMR's base
- Aerial tram to 10,450 ft
- Slope-side dining & après
Winter Guide
Town of Jackson
Wyoming's iconic mountain town — antler arches on the square, world-class dining and galleries, and the in-town slopes of Snow King just blocks from your hotel.
- Historic Town Square & antler arches
- Snow King night skiing in town
- The valley's best dining & après
Winter Guide
Grand Teton National Park
A silent, snow-draped wilderness at the foot of the Tetons. Glide groomed Nordic trails, snowshoe to frozen lakes, and watch elk and bison set against the peaks.
- Nordic skiing & snowshoe trails
- Wildlife against the Teton skyline
- Frozen lakes & quiet backcountry
Winter Guide
Yellowstone National Park
The world's first national park at its most magical — tour by snowcoach or snowmobile past steaming geysers, frozen waterfalls, and bison moving through the snow.
- Snowcoach & snowmobile tours
- Geysers steaming in the snow
- Winter wildlife — bison & wolves
Winter Guide
Grand Targhee
Over Teton Pass on the Idaho side, Targhee buries you in 500+ inches of the lightest, driest powder in the Rockies — with almost nobody in line for it.
- 500+ inches of dry powder a year
- Snowcat skiing into untracked bowls
- Famously short lift lines — more laps
Winter Guide
Surrounding Areas
Quiet towns like Driggs and Victor on the Idaho side — ski two resorts in a day, glide miles of groomed Nordic trails, and stay for a fraction of the resort-town price.
- Minutes from both Targhee and Jackson Hole
- Miles of groomed Nordic & fat-bike trails
- Lower lodging rates, same access
Why We Love Winter in Jackson Hole
Endless Snow
Legendary Skiing & Powder
Hundreds of inches of light, dry powder across three resorts — from JHMR's iconic steeps to Targhee's bottomless bowls.
After the Lifts
Lively Après & Cozy Dining
Slope-side fire pits, live music, and world-class restaurants — the perfect way to end a day on the mountain.
Stay on the Snow
Ski-In / Ski-Out & Slopeside
Roll out of bed and onto the lifts — slopeside lodges and ski-in/ski-out condos put first chair just steps away.
Beyond the Slopes
Plenty of Non-Ski Adventures
Snowmobiling, sleigh rides through the Elk Refuge, dog sledding, and Nordic trails — winter here is far more than skiing.
Winter Activities
Skiing & Snowboarding
World-class terrain for every level
From JHMR's legendary couloirs to Targhee's untracked powder bowls — Jackson Hole delivers the best ski experience in North America.
Snowmobiling
Backcountry access like nowhere else
Explore hundreds of miles of groomed snowmobile trails through Bridger-Teton National Forest. Guided tours and rentals available.
ATV & UTV
Backcountry on four wheels
Self-guided and private UTV/ATV adventures across mountain trails and backcountry terrain — plus seasonal gear rentals for every kind of outing.
Wildlife Tours
America's Serengeti
Bison, grizzly bears, wolves, moose, and pronghorn — the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem offers wildlife viewing unmatched anywhere in the lower 48.
Hot Air Balloon
Sunrise flights over the valley
Drift silently over the Jackson Hole valley at sunrise. Morning balloon flights offer a once-in-a-lifetime perspective of the Tetons and the valley floor.
Scenic Tours & Transport
Sightseeing & private transfers
Point-to-point shuttles, private scenic transfers, and luxury chauffeured drives — get to the trailhead, the airport, or anywhere in between in comfort.
Shooting & Archery
Guided shooting experiences
Safe, educational shooting and archery experiences with professional instruction — from first-timers to private luxury rifle and archery events.
Festivals & Events
Film, music & community
Jackson Hole's cultural calendar — independent film screenings, artist panels, community workshops, and cinema-focused networking events.
Plan Your Winter Trip
Lift tickets, lodging, and lessons — our experts bundle the perfect Jackson Hole winter at no extra cost.