Trip Report: Flagg Canyon BC Nordic
From Flagg Ranch north to the Yellowstone National Park boundary , we followed the Snake River along its west bank above Flagg Canyon. With dramatic overlooks down into the river, twisting trail thru forests ( and burnt remnants), after 2.2 miles, we eventually dropped down to the river’s edge for a sunny, picnic lunch.
Highlight of the day: watching 3 wolves trotting along in the meadow on the opposite bank.
We used our BC Nordic skis (59-65 mm width). Next time, we’ll continue north a further 2 miles into Yellowstone to Moose Falls. Return was fast thanks to the snow covered road, flat and nicely groomed for Yellowstone snow machines.
Grooming Schedules and End of Season Grooming Dates
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End of season grooming dates:
* Turpin Meadow Ranch: last grooming day: Sunday March 7th (trails remain open after, but not groomed)
* Grand Teton National Park -Teton Park Road -Taggart to Signal Mtn -last grooming day: Friday March 19th
* Teton Co/Jackson Parks & Rec grooming – Cache Creek & Game Creek -April 1st, other county trails: mid-late March TBD
* Teton Pines Nordic -mid-late March -TBD
* Trail Creek Nordic – 31st March
* Grand Targhee Nordic – Sat April 10th -last day grooming
Remember to Recreate Responsibly, keeping 6 ft + social distance, do not crowd any area, stay home if you are sick, or exposed, wear a buff (doubled or tripled) or dry face mask when near others. We owe this respect to our community!
And a big shout-out to our community groomers! Our unsung heroes of our winter trails recreation !! Thanks to each and everyone supporting our grooming!!
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Trail Creek
Last Updated: 3/14
Spring is in the Air!
The temperature yesterday finally made it up into the really warm skiing range with 47ºF being recorded late in the day at Trail Creek. The snow which had been in kind of a state of stasis finally softened and melted a bit in those warmer temperatures. It looks like another similar but perhaps not quite so warm day is on tap for today.
The Pisten Bully jumped into action late afternoon yesterday and was actually able to make some pretty good headway. The snow was soft enough that fresh pretty well defined classic tracks were able to be placed throughout the fields. Most trails also received skate grooming with the slightly corned and soft snow conforming quite well.
Trails will be hard and fast this morning, transitioning to softer and slower as the day warms. There should be something for everybody somewhere sometime today.
Racing wrapped up yesterday; congratulations to the racers and coaches for all the hard work in pulling of this unprecedented covid season. Final results can be viewed at Summit Timing’s website.
Groomer’s choice for today is the fields in the morning, the woods in the afternoon.
Teton Co./Jackson Parks & Rec
Last Updated: 3/13
The levee and stilson are groomed and will be fast and firm this morning before it starts melting. I could not set new classic track at the levee because it is too firm. Stilson’s new classic track is very shallow. The school fields will be done around 11:00
Spring Update: 3/8
The Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation Department (TCJPR) grooming activities will continue past March 15, 2021. Grooming efforts through the Parks Division is supported in part by grant funding through Wyoming State Parks, Historic Site, & Trail through the Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grant. The funding for that ends on March 15th each year.
The plan as of today is continue grooming all locations. Valley locations will be evaluated weekly starting on March 15th , with an update every Friday on status. Backcountry locations, Cache and Game Creek, will be groomed through April 1st at which point we will evaluate those locations.
Thanks to TCJPR for extending their grooming season and community winter trail recreation!!
Cache Creek
Last Updated: 2/20
We rolled Cache Hagen Sidewalk and Hagen Highway this evening and will snowshoe the trails near the trailhead this weekend.
Grooming provided by Friends of Pathways.
Teton Pines Nordic
Last Updated: 3/11
The sun is out and the snow is still good! 9am-12pm should provide the best conditions for classic and skate conditions are good all day. As the temps warm over the next few days expect soft conditions in the afternoon. Closing is next Saturday—March 20.
We still have a good selection of spring gloves, spring hats, touring boots, small classic touring skis, and large (190cm) BC touring skis. All pants and jackets are 20% off and we have a small selection in most sizes still available.
| Trip Report: Thursday March 11th update: Teton Pines Nordic is skiing beautifully! We skated skied on nicely groomed corduroy around 11:30-1:00, and tested the crust. Just firm enough, and will get better with sunny days, cold nights. Classic tracks are well set, nice and smooth for the perfect glide. Snow has good purchase thanks to daily grooming. Highly recommended . Oh, and be alert for a moose or 2. We saw one well off the trail, but they love the willows, need lots of space! Call us for specific retail questions (307) 699-3394 or tetonpinesxc@gmail.com. Our hours are 9am-4pm daily. |
Shooting Star
Last Updated: 3/8
It looks to be another sunny week with great overall conditions for Nordic Skiing. Anticipate warm & windy weather today (drifting should be minimal as warm temps have crusted over the snow profile) and light snowfall Monday night, as a cold front will move in on Tuesday. Daily high temperatures will be in the mid to upper 30’s through the weekend. Again, reminder we are now in full springtime conditions. Expect the snow profile to change throughout the whole entire day and grassy/bare areas may begin to form. Mornings are typically icier, lunch/early afternoon will be softer, and late afternoon conditions could become slushy. Plan ahead and enjoy the spring skiing!
Next Update will be Monday 3/15.
Please See the following Restrictions:
- Dog Loops & All Nordic Skiing Trails OPEN
- Sled Hill OPEN
- Classic Tracks SET
- Snow Shoeing Loop OPEN
- Casual Walking & Trail Running Not Permitted
Grand Teton National Park
Last Updated: 3/14
Beautiful morning out in the Park!
Turpin Meadow Ranch
Last Updated: 3/8
While Turpin Meadow Ranch is officially closed, we would like to recognize some highlights from our perspective this winter:
- all of the folks who came to Turpin to try Nordic skiing for their first time ever
- all of the joy that was shared which inspired a new term for skis: “giggle sticks”
- a strong interest and participation in our lessons and tours from the community
- guests posting their adventures at Turpin on their social media
- people flagging down the groomer to share their gratitude
- and the biggest compliment of all is when folks tell their friends to go to Turpin “because it’s my favorite place to cross country ski!”
From all the Nordic team at Turpin, the managers, groomers, instructors and guides, we’d like to say thank you to the Nordic community who made this winter season so memorable. We are already looking forward to next winter and the opportunity to facilitate the ski adventure of your dreams.
https://www.turpinmeadowranch.com/the-ranch/live-conditions/
https://www.turpinmeadowranch.com | 307.543.2000, office
Grand Targhee
Last Updated: 3/13
Cross Country/Fat Bike 15k: XC OPEN (Last groomed 3/13/2021, Fat Bike CLOSED.
Trail Etiquette: Please keep your dogs leashed in the parking lot and be sure to clean up after them!
Alta Track
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, & Sunday
Last Updated: 3/14
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Sunday: waited for warmer temps this PM to reset classic on all loops. It came out reasonably well, better than it was. Then made a pass down the middle of the skate lane. The track is firm with an inch of wet snow on top — still in good shape!
Please do not park in the library parking lot. Please be sure to keep your dogs on a leash and to clean up after them.
Driggs
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Last Updated: 3/10
Skate: Set | Classic: Not Set
Cleaned things up this morning. Too firm to set the classic track.
Sherman Park
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Last Updated: 3/12
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Today I was able to clean up the Nordic track with the drag and fill-in most of the frozen potholes and foot prints. I reset the skate track and the classic track. The classic track was set very shallow. Singletrack is ready to roll. Be aware of the excavation near the electrical box. The city of Victor plans to backfill the area to mitigate this hazard. Enjoy the glide and the ride.
Teton Canyon
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Last Updated: 3/14
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Smoothed out the skate track. It is in good shape, firm and fast. Watch for those sunny spots. The south side classic track is mostly in pretty good shape, north side a bit less so with more exposure. Enjoy a gorgeous day!
Southern Valley Nordic
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
Last Updated: 3/14
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
TVTAP has some equipment maintenance that needs to be addressed before we can groom again. Standby for updates. Current report: Campground loop skate track and classic track were groomed Sat evening. Yeti’s was not groomed due to frozen conditions.
No dogs December 1 – April 15.
Teton Springs Nordic
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday
Last Updated: 3/12
Skate: Set | Classic: Not Set | Singletrack: Not Set
Let me apologize for the poor quality trail this past week. We have had equipment problems and have not been able to groom since Monday. On Monday the Bronze Buffalo Club used a demo snowcat to groom the Nordic trail. Unfortunately, the snow turned isothermic (rotten) that day. As a result, the snowcat struggled and left some rather undesirable grooming. Now, everything is frozen and very difficult to improve with our snowmobile equipment. I suggest skiing at a different venue, or skiing with extreme caution. We will put effort into grooming when conditions are favorable. Stay tuned…
No dogs allowed.
Southern Valley Singletrack
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Last Updated: 3/13
Singletrack: Set
All of the single track trails are rider packed. All the trails are in relatively good condition with the exception of animal tracks. It is getting a little icy out there after the freeze-thaw cycle and soft in the middle of the day. Your best times are early and late. I was able to use the single track drag on Nemo, Powerline and upper Lady slipper to try to fill in the ruts and animal tracks. I was only moderately successful at doing so. Enjoy the ride.
No dogs December 1 – April 15.
Darby Canyon
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Last Updated: 3/11
Darby groomed to end of road.
South Leigh Road
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Last Updated: 3/3
Grooming 3/3/2021
Pinnacle Trail
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Last Updated: 2/26
Groomed to upper meadows – 2/25
Wydaho Ride Groomed Winter Challenge with Kait Boyle
SATURDAY, MARCH 27, 2021 10:59 PM
Ride our favorite fat biking trails to help fundraise for grooming machines for TVTAP and Friends of Pathways: March 6th to March 27th
Nordic skiers can participate and contribute too! Who doesn’t like a perfectly groomed winter trail?!
To participate, you must also donate to one of the following organizations and attach a photo for proof of donation to your RideWithGPS activity:
Teton Valley Trails and Pathways
Friends of Pathways
Skyliners Motor Club (mail check to PO Box 552 Driggs 83422)
JH Nordic Masters Recreational Clinic – Skate Ski Technique
THURSDAY, MARCH 18, 2021
Trail Creek Nordic, Trail Creek Road (off Hwy 22), Wilson
11am-12:30pm
Join the JH Ski Club coaches for our final Skate ski Masters clinic of the season. Learn and practice your skate ski technique, perfect for making the most of late season crust-cruising, final month of groomed trails, training tips for the Pole-Pedal-Paddle Race on April 10th. Drop -in fee: $35 -includes a full day Nordic ski pass to Trail Creek , supporting the JH Ski Club Nordic youth ski program and grooming. BYO mask – and lunch & drink -to ski after the clinic ! And check out Sam-the Truck! Sign Up online here
Skate Ski Clinic -Tips, Technique, Fun! Work on your V1, V2, balance, form, fitness. Coaches are provided by the JH Ski Club
All welcome (no beginners)
Drop-in $35 (includes Trail Creek Nordic day pass -proceeds to to the JH Ski Club Nordic youth program)
Karen Oatey Pole-Pedal-Paddle (PPP) – hosted by JH Ski & Snowboard Club
SATURDAY, APRIL 10, 2021
Bring your own Team or compete as an individual. Join this fun-filled muli-sport community favorite event, or cheer on friends and family! Competitive or just for fun, family event. Prizes.
Event honors Karen Oatey and the Karen Oatey Endowment, and benefits JH Ski & Snowboard Club youth ski programs and scholarships.
We’d love to hear about your outdoor adventures, what your doing to stay healthy, safe, respectful of community health guidelines – send pictures or post on FB and Insta – #JHNordic
