This will be the final daily report for the 2021/22 winter season. The next trail report will be delivered on Saturday, April 9, after that we will shift into our off-season monthly Trail Reports. Thank you for your support and engagement this season. See you out on the trails.
Ask JH Nordic: Is XC Skiing Still Possible This Weekend?
Hi,
I am traveling to Jackson and I am trying to workout if it is still possible to go XC skiing during this weekend or next week? The grooming schedule on https://jhnordic.com/grooming/ makes it seem like most of the trails are no longer available, is that correct? If some of the trails are available could you point me to them and possibly where I could find rentals?
All the best,
Mikkel
Hello Mikkel,
While grooming has ended on the Jackson Hole side of the Tetons, Trail Creek Nordic was groomed on Wednesday March 30 so it will still have good skiing this weekend. Donate the trail pass fee in the Ski Club Cabin box.
Several excellent trails are still being groomed in Teton Valley, ID, approx. 50 minutes from Jackson:
- Grand Targhee -at 8100 ft, still has good snow and grooming. Rolling hills, beautiful views and trails.
- Teton Canyon -groomed 4 times/week -flat, nice views of the west side of the Grand Teton.
- Alta track – near Teton Canyon -gently rolling terrain ..
Check out the recent Nordic Trail Reports -for the latest conditions: jhnordic.com/trail-reports/
On March 29th, we highlighted several spring season places to ski: https://jhnordic.com/29-march-22-daily-trail-report/. Also included in the March 29th post are all the secrets to crust cruising and skiing groomed trails in the spring; see: Planning Your Next Spring Ski Adventure.
For rentals this weekend, try calling Skinny Skis and JD High Country Outfitters in Jackson. Grand Targhee may still be open for rentals or try Yostmark or Peaked Sports in Driggs. See JHNordic.com/resources/ for contact info. There are some excellent locate places to eat, have coffee or a local beer in both Driggs and Victor, so it’s a fun day out.
All the Best,
JHNordic
Grooming Update
West Yellowstone Rendezvous trails are still grooming, if you are headed up in that direction. Trails were groomed Tuesday (3/29) evening with Ginzu. Skate lane only. In/Out, Rendezvous, Deja View, Purple Haze. No new snow, 26F at 11:30pm. Expect Spring conditions.
West Yellowstone will continue to groom as long as conditions allow. Our season generally ends at the end of March, but if the snow continues to hold up we will groom more. It becomes a day to day decision. Thank you!
Crust cruising is still on in selected areas based on snow, temps, elevation and weather.
See updated grooming schedules at: https://jhnordic.com/grooming/
New on the Blog: Profiles In Nordic, Steve Swan
Steve Swan aka The Groomer at Trail Creek shared his history with JH Nordic. He is the Director of Trail Creek Nordic Grooming Operations for the Jackson Hole Ski Club and shares his passion for Nordic skiing, biking, Iowa farming, and adventure.
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Trail Creek
Grooming is finished for the season.
Close Field, Lower East Field and most of the upper woods will ski nicely for some time to come. Remember except for the Forest Service trails, our trails do revert to normal private property status as of April 1st.
Teton Co./Jackson Parks & Rec
Grooming is finished for the season.
Last Update: 3/26
March 26 was our last day of parks and rec grooming for the season. Thanks for another great year and see you out on the trails next season!
Cache Creek Fat Bike Trails
Grooming is finished for the season.
Last Update: 3/13
Grooming has ended for the season. Thanks to Friends Of Pathways for some great groomed fat bike trails!
Grooming by Friends of Pathways.
Teton Pines Nordic
Grooming is finished for the season.
Last Update: 3/20
Sunday March 20 was our closing day. Thanks for a great season!!
Shooting Star
Grooming is finished for the season.
Last Update: 3/27
Sunday (3/27) was the final grooming of the season. Thanks to all the skiers and staff for another great Nordic season at Shooting Star. Fingers crossed that we’ll have a big winter next season!
Snake River Sporting Club
Grooming is finished for the season.
Grand Teton National Park
Grooming is finished for the season, the park road is now open for non-motorized recreation.
Grooming is sponsored by the GTNP Foundation and generous donations from our community.
Turpin Meadow Ranch
Grooming is finished for the season.
The lodge is closed for the season and grooming has come to an end. Thanks to all who came out and visited the ranch this winter! The lodge and restaurant will be open for summer activities mid-June.
https://www.turpinmeadowranch.com/the-ranch/live-conditions
https://www.turpinmeadowranch.com | 307.543.2000
Trail Etiquette: Please keep your dogs leashed in the parking lot and be sure to clean up after them!
Grand Targhee
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday
Last Updated: 4/1
Cross Country 15k: XC OPEN
Fat Bike Trails : Open
Snowshoe Trails: Open
Targhee’s Nordic trails are groomed Tuesdays, Thursdays & Sat/Sundays. Fat bike/snowshoe trails are groomed regularly but not on a set schedule – the groomer usually waits until after a storm cycle to groom the single track.
Trail day passes are $20 this winter.
Remember, singletracks will be closed when there is more than 3 inches of snow in a 24 hour period.
Alta Track
Grooming Done for the Season
Last Updated: 3/30
Skate: Not Set | Classic: Not Set
Grooming at Alta is probably done for the year. Great winter season! Thanks to Mark, David, Drew, and Nick for all the great grooming, and thanks for all the great community support at this venue. See you on the trails!
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 Done for the Season
Last Updated: 3/28
Skate: Not Set | Classic: Not Set
We’re done grooming this venue for the season. Thanks for the support, see you next year.
Sherman Park
Grooming Done for the Season
Last Updated: 3/28
Skate: Not Set | Classic: Not Set
Going to let it ride from my midday groom yesterday. More people/dogs are walking on the track than We are finished grooming this venue for the season. Thanks for your support. See you next winter.
Teton Canyon
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
Last Updated: 4/1
Skate: Set | Classic: Not Set
Plan to make a couple passes over the skate track this morning. Should be good. Track is a little rough first half mile with deep footprints, beyond is good. Cold nights should keep track intact through the weekend. Snow is starting to get thin here and there.
Southern Valley Nordic
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Friday & Sunday
Last Updated: 3/28
Skate: Not Set | Classic: Not Set
Another 60 degree day, we haven’t groomed past week. Track still covered and skiable at right time of the day. Once colder weather returns, may groom again but probably done for the season. Thanks for your support. See you next winter.
No dogs December 1 – April 15.
Teton Reserve Nordic
Grooming Done for the Season
Last Updated: 3/21
Skate: Not Set | Classic: Not Set
We are done grooming at Teton Reserve for the season. We pulled a bunch of trail stakes last week and it snowed yesterday more than anticipated. We don’t want to groom blind and risk damaging the golf course. Thanks to everyone involved with making this track a reality this winter. We hope you enjoyed the new venue.
No dogs allowed.
Southern Valley Singletrack
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Last Updated: 3/18
Singletrack: Set
Friday evening I was able to groom and set the singletrack on powerline to the top, Nemo, upper and lower Hillbenders. Please ride these trails in the early a.m. and later p.m. when the temperatures are coldest. The forecast has an outlook for incredibly warm temperatures that will not be conducive to riding singletrack mid-day. If you’re leaving a rut turn around. Thank you for your support.
Happy Hour (aka Mike Harris to ID/WY state line)
No dogs December 1 – April 15.
Darby Canyon
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Last Updated: 3/16
Groomed to Pinnacle TH only.
Rammell Mountain Road
Grooming Done for the Season
Last Updated: 3/16
Grooming is done for the 21/22 season.
South Leigh Road
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Last Updated: 3/17
Groomed 3/17.
Take Photos of Your Spring Adventures before the Snow Melts!
Submit your best photos of your winter season and your photo could be on the 2022-23 JH Nordic buff. This unique buff is manufactured by a local company, Avalon 7.
The first-place winner will receive 10 of the new buff (value $200) and prizes from JH Nordic Alliance members like Stio, Kate’s Real Food, Friends of Pathways, JD High Country Outfitters, The Hole Hiking Experience, Trilipiderm, Skinny Skis, and more!
Contest deadline: May 1, 2022.
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
