Today’s Avalanche Forecast
Nordic and winter trail users are urged to use caution when recreating on trails and terrain below steep slopes. The BTAC reports and their website is a valuable local resource for planning your outing. Visit their forecast page for the most up-to-date information.
What’s Groomed in Jackson Hole/Teton Valley?
See real-time grooming in the Jackson Hole/Teton Valley region. Find all the latest grooming & fresh groomed tracks. Plan your next Nordic Adventure with ease.
JH Nordic Alliance, Turpin Meadow Ranch, and Rendezvous Events teamed up for a day of trail fun on the BTNF with visiting media guests.
Shout out to the Turpin Meadow Ranch team for delivering more great skiing and biking even when some of us were wondering (again) “is there enough snow?” Well done on the grooming! The team of 14 writers and another dozen staff and sponsors worked up an appetite classic skiing on some Salomon light touring skis (many first-time skiers) before Bijou and the Camp Chef team treated us to a make-your-own pizza bar on the patio. The pizzas were delicious and fortified those who could stay for the afternoon to go for their first fat bike rides, enjoy the summer homes loop on skate skis, or sit by the lodge with a cold can of fizzy from the (bear proof!) RovR coolers. The Tetons peaked out and we spoke with a few folks about where they might ski near their respective homes as they bid farewell. Huge thanks to Kristan Burba and her team at Rendezvous Events for bringing all of this together to help highlight the Nordic community and our amazing winter trails.
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New Free Nordic Trail in Teton Village: Gray Meadow
We are excited to announce the revival of a favorite Nordic ski trail in Teton Village. Thanks to the partnership of the Snake River Ranch and Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, and with the community connection of the Jackson Hole Nordic Alliance, there is now a groomed 2.1 mile trail you can ski for free.
The Gray Meadow trail, in the delightful meadow formerly home to the Cowboy Nordic Trail, is an easy gentle trail with big Teton views. The track is groomed for skate and classic skiers are welcome; no bikes or dogs on the ski trail. In this shared use meadow, please take care to ski on the Nordic trail and not venture west onto the dog sled or sleigh ride trails. Check out the trail map and full description below.
Trip Report: Before the sunshine at LSR Preserve
Today was quiet and crunchy on our approximately 5 mile adventure to Laurence Rockefeller (LSR) Preserve from Granite Canyon trailhead! We were advised that the road was too uneven and treacherous for Nordic skiing so we chose the wiser out and back via the meadow, just east of the Granite Canyon trailhead. -KD.
Trail Creek
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 2/1
Classic Masters!
The JHSC Master Nordic Skiing Class is back today, today’s technique being classic skiing. After days of clouds they are enjoying some sun and a classic skiing friendly temp of 19º as they check out the rolling terrain of Trail Creek.
Thanks to Coach Libby for sending in some images yesterday of the Teewinots enjoying some sunshine as well, and perhaps showing older skiers how to have a great time on snow!
The Husky was hard at work earlier today, setting classic tracks and skate lanes throughout our trail network. The recent mini-drought along with the slight bit of thawing we have experienced has firmed the conditions dramatically. The Husky was set for very aggressive tilling today; while you will find some voids in our hard working snow, all in all skiing conditions are pretty good. Most woods trails received a single skate/classic pass while the fields and Moose Loop received multiple passes with fresh classic tracks and skate lanes.
Snow returns to the forecast tonight with a snowy, if slightly warmer than ideal week ahead. Some Nordic areas aren’t as fortunate as us this El Niño winter. In northern Wisconsin where the American Birkie is scheduled to be held in a couple of weeks, they are facing sunshine and highs in the 40’s for the foreseeable future. Makes our slightly warm snow forecast look fantastic. The current forecast is calling for around 16 inches over the next 6 days.
Groomer’s choice for today is to enjoy some sun cruising around the fields.
Teton Co./Jackson Parks & Rec
Last Update: 1/30
Wilson/Snake River Dike: The snow is not great, everything is groomed but the 2 track did not set in most spots. Hopefully we get snow so I can fill all this in!
Check out http://Nordicpulse.com for real time updates.
Cache Creek Singletrack
Groomed by Friends of Pathways
Grooming As Needed
Last Update: 1/26
I widened out cache, the snow seems to be pretty good right now!
Please help support trail grooming for the Cache Creek Single track trails by donating to the Friends of Pathways. Visit: friendsofpathways.org/donate/ and leave the comment “Grooming” in the campaign section.
Teton Pines Nordic
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 2/1
Once the fog lifts the track will be in awesome condition! It’s a little “fast” right now, but when the sun hits it, it will be perfect.
We groom approximately 16km of track for both skate and classic daily. We have a full retail and rental shop. We offer lessons daily. Call us with questions and to book lessons: (307) 732-4130. To keep our track in pristine shape for skiing we do not allow dogs, walking, snowshoeing, or fatbikes.
Teton Village Trail
Groomed Periodically
Last Update: 1/30
Gray’s Meadow Trail – Teton Village groomed 1/30.
Shooting Star
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 1/29
Warmer temperature will continue throughout this week with the weekend forecast becoming cooler and potential snow showers starting Friday. The sled hill will continue to be groomed only as needed due to the thin snow profile. We will continue to assess and adjust grooming as conditions develop during the week. With the current weather outlook, please anticipate areas that will continue to settle, with potential for grass and brushy areas to emerge. Skiers may encounter choppy sections on the track also. Our grooming schedule and methods may shift to preserve the track’s lifespan during the week. Next update will be Friday, February 2nd.
- Trail conditions are variable and thin areas persist.
- Walking is not allowed.
- Sled Hill is Open. Grooming will be as needed.
- Classic Tracks are set where snow allows.
Turpin Meadow Ranch
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 1/31
Grooming operations this week will be happening midday with the ginzu when the snow is softer. The single tracks are firm and fun!
TMR is open to the public daily for skiing, meals, Nordic lessons, and tours! Call the office (307) 543-2000 or visit our website to book your adventure! Check out our live webcam for current conditions.
Please help support trail grooming in GTNP by donating to the Grand Teton National Park Foundation. It’s easy and encouraged. All you need to do is visit: GTNPF.org/donate/ and leave the comment “Nordic” in the designation section. There is the opportunity to leave a one time gift or reoccurring monthly donations in any amount.
Grand Teton National Park
Grooming: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
Last Updated: 1/30
A little peak of the Tetons. Taggart Lake to Signal Mountain today 1/30.
Grand Targhee
Grooming: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Last Updated: 1/28
GTR is grooming Rick’s Basin area trails on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday. Classic track is set. Trails are in good condition.
GTR is no longer grooming for fat biking or snowshoeing, however fat biking is permitted on the groomed Nordic trails.
Please support TVTAP winter trail grooming on your favorite TV winter trails by purchasing a TVTAP Trail sticker Please remember to manage your dogs and respect dog and wildlife closures. Buy a dog trail sticker, too!
Teton Canyon
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
Last Updated: 1/30
Tuesday evening: Reset south classic track, with variable, spring like conditions, shallow in some places, good elsewhere. And a pass over the skate track with fairly good results.
Trail Etiquette: Please keep your dogs leashed in the parking lot and be sure to clean up after them!
Southern Valley Nordic
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
Last Updated: 2/1
I will begin grooming around 430 this afternoon. Planning on resetting the classic track and cleaning up the skate lanes. I’ll update afterward and let you know how it turned out!
Singletrack: 2/1
Groomed Ladyslippers and BPA Wednesday night. Smoothed out the majority of the ruts and postholes. Please choose to recreate when temps are low in order to preserve the groom.
Please note the USFS dog closure policy Dec 1st – April 15th at this venue.
Teton Reserve Nordic
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Last Updated: 1/31
Groomed Northern Lights and the cutoffs. The rest of the trails still look good after the Snow Rabbit did a nice job grooming a day ago. Looking forward to new snow.
Teton Reserve parking lot works best when you park in the configuration in this image. Please refer to the photo for visual representation. Feel free to be a community member and coach each other on best practices. Park in the red highlights. NO PARKING IN THE GREEN HIGHLIGHTS.
Sherman Park
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Last Updated: 1/31
Persevered and sort of overcame the comically challenging grooming conditions. The classic track is in better shape than it was (read: still not great, but definitely better). Skate track buffed out and real nice in some places. The current conditions at Sherman Park are highly variable: sun pocked, freshly groomed, and thin (dirt in some places!), are all words you could use to describe it. Enjoy what’s there. And hope for more snow. (if you’re headed out for Wednesday night lights, have fun! And expect conditions to be starting to get icy)
Driggs School Loops
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Last Updated: 2/1
Reset skate and classic Wednesday night. If you get out early on Thursday you will have fast, smooth skating. The classic track did not turn out great – the snow is too hard – but it is mostly usable. Snow is very thin going up/down the hills to the upper loop. Watch for rocks. Who would think we would be crust cruising in January? Pray for snow!
Please pick up your trash and dog pop with the supplied Mutt Mitt station.
Alta Nordic Track
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Last Updated: 1/31
Reset skate lane so it should freeze tonight and be in good condition in the morning. I was unable to reset the classic tracks. I tried but was making them worse. Classic tracks are in generally poor condition- melted out and glazed. Hopefully we will get some more snow and we can refresh them.
Darby Canyon
Grooming As Needed
Last Updated: 1/24
The snow rabbit made an appearance in Darby tonight. Enjoy fresh corduroy and classic track all the way to the TH.
Trail Etiquette: Please keep your dogs leashed in the parking lot and be sure to clean up after them!
Rammell Mountain Road
Grooming As Needed
Last Updated: 1/24
Groomed today 1/24.
Trail Etiquette: Please keep your dogs leashed in the parking lot and be sure to clean up after them!
South Leigh Road
Grooming As Needed
Last Updated: 1/27
Groomed 1/26. Enjoy.
Trail Etiquette: Please keep your dogs leashed in the parking lot and be sure to clean up after them!
Pinnacle Trail
Grooming As Needed
Last Updated: 1/17
Finally got a groom on this one today, 1/17. Watch for rocky spots in the woods and southern exposures.
JH Ski & Snowboard Club Nordic Masters Ski Clinics
Thursdays, Dec 14 – Feb 22
Teton Pines and Trail Creek
11am – 12:30pm
5 classic clinics and 5 skate clinics at Teton Pines Nordic Center and Trail Creek Nordic Trails.
These clinics are to work on your Cross-country classic and/or skate ski technique, balance, stamina, efficiency, and performance.
Note: All clinics are full for the remainder of the season.
Women in the Tetons:
Fat Bike Friday
Friday, February 2nd
Cache Creek Trailhead
3pm – 6pm
Brought to you by Wheel Wranglers, enjoy the amazing grooming at Cache Trailhead. All abilities are welcome, check back for more details at womeninthetetons.org to sign-up for the bikes. They will have 8 bikes to try out!
Coney Classic Alpine Skijor
and Dog Party
Saturday Feb. 10th
County Rd 100 at the Lakebed / Trailhead
10am – 2pm
Come support 2 incredible causes – Lucky’s Place and Alpine Trails and Pathways! Tons of Raffle items from local businesses ($5 per ticket or 5 for $20) at event! Awesome Silent Auction online prior to event at https://www.32auctions.com/coney2024 AND live during the event! Log in and start bidding on Jan 29th!
Bring the whole family (dogs included!) – Food, Beverages, Prizes and Tons of FUN! Costumes Encouraged! Prize for Best Costume!
Registration donation for 3km ski or skijor (Proceeds go to ATAP and Lucky’s Place) is $20 (includes 2 Free raffle tickets!) Volunteer Today!
Moose Chase
Registration is live!
Saturday, February 17th
Trail Creek Nordic Center
Come Join the Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club for the Annual Moose Chase Nordic Ski Race presented by Skinny Skis!
Register Here for either the 20k, 10k, 5k, 3k or free 1/2k.
Mark your calendar so you don’t miss out on all the wonderful events coming up! Explore the highlighted events below or find more events on our website at https://jhnordic.com/events/
