Jackson Hole Ski Resort Guide
Jackson Hole Ski Resort Guide
Jackson Hole ski resort is in north-west Wyoming and has a distinctly wild west feel about it. The ski areas reputation has grown over the last decade and is renowned for its challenging terrain. From the village, at just over 6000ft, the tram cable car transports you all the way to the summit of Rendezvous Mountain at 10,450ft. Add into the equation bucket loads of dry powder and it is not difficult to see the attraction of Jackson Hole. Beginners should not be put off by the reputation of Jackson Hole; there are plenty of runs to keep you happy. Intermediates will find enough challenging terrain and will improve if they push themselves. Experts; well they will be spoiled for choice. Be sure to check out the fabled Corbets Couloir, a big huck off the cornice right below the tram! The town of Jackson is 20 minutes away and is full of traditional frontier buildings. Night life is lively and the cowboy theme continues in the saloon bars. The only gripe with Jackson Hole may be that as a result of the dependence on long tramways and cable cars, queues can be a problem. Think about a day away at nearby Grand Targhee resort to beat the crowds.
Resorts close to Jackson Hole include:
Snow King Mountain, Jackson (16 km),
Snow King Resort (17 km),
Grand Targhee (19 km),
Kelly Canyon Ski Area (63 km),
White Pine (112 km),
Select Jackson Hole Location Map Detail:
(Also see our detailed Weather Map around Jackson Hole, which will give you visual overview of current and future snow conditions)
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Trails (Pistes): 116 |
Halfpipes: 1 |
| Summit: 3184 m |
Toplift: m |
| Beg: 10% Int: 40% Adv: 50% |
Terrain Parks: 2 |
| Vertical Drop: 1261 m |
X-Country: 17 km |
| Lifts: 12 (1 gondola, 1 aerial tram, 9 chair lifts, 1 surface lifts) |
Snowmaking: 6% |
| Gondolas / Cable Cars: 2 |
Slopeside accommodation: Y |
| Restaurants: 50 |
Acres of ski: 2500 |
| Bars: 50 |
Nearest Airport: Jackson |
| Nearest Train: - |
Tourist Info Phone:: +13077332292,
Jackson Hole Tourist Office Website |
Visitor Reviews of Jackson Hole
Jeff Murray from United Kingdom writes:
Jackson Hole and the surrounding are is, for me, probably the best all round skiing are in the world minus the crowds. Jackson Hole Resort is fantastic and can cater to your wildest ambitions, in bounds and out of bounds. In the immediate area you also have fabulous and unique opportunities for ski touring in the National Parks from taking an easy hike but great snow to a tough hike and again great snow. The people of Wyoming and neighbouring Idaho are real friendly and always appreciate visitors from back in Europe. My favourite other area that compares is Argentiere where the riding is legendary. From Europe it’s a long way to get to Jackson but I promise you won’t be disappointed by the resort, the backcountry, the food, the wildlife and the people. While you are there get your skis over to Snow King in downtown Jackson and let them run, that’s a real fun and challenging downhill. During your time in Jackson you will bump into ski legends and you wouldn’t know it because they are such modest people. Jackson Hole, what a place. Possibly the cradle of US skiing! Buy yourself a copy of local DVD 'Legends of the Fall Line' and educate and respect.
2011-01-29 |
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- Season opens: 26 Nov 2011
- Season closes: 8 Apr 2012
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Information supplied 28 Oct 2008
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