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.
Happening Today: Spud Chase
The Spud Chase is coming back to Teton Reserve today! With Adult, Junior and kids divisions, bring the whole family for a fun morning of Nordic skiing. Race bib pick-up for those of you who have already registered is from 8:30AM-9:30AM (there is no day of registration). If you want to cheer on your friends: races start at 9:45AM for the kids and 10AM for adults. The post‐race lunch will begin at 11:30AM. Awards will be at 12:00pm.
Profiles in Nordic: Ali Cohane
Ali is the owner of Persephone & Picnic and is a Gold Sponsor of the Nordic Alliance. In her own words she shares her insights and experience with Nordic sports.
“Head to the mountains and pack a lunch, maybe from Persephone. There is no better way to fall in love with the sport. You get a little exercise, usually an unbeatable view, and a beautiful quiet moment in the snow where you can sit and appreciate this incredible place we live.” -Ali Cohane
ICYMI: January 2023
Jim Roscoe / Joe Stone / Kelli Jones / Winter Trail Etiquette
We don’t want you to miss a thing. JHNordic.com brings a lot of great articles featured profiles of members of the Jackson Hole area that we know you’d enjoy.
Did you know that JH Nordic Alliance is now over the radio waves? We have a morning Daily Trail Report that shares what’s grooming that given day. If you missed the Annual Event at Turpin we have a recap of the community-centered event with nearly 600 attendees! We have profiles of two Nordic luminaries, Jim Roscoe and Accessibility advocate, Joe Stone right here in our valley. As well as a sustainability entrepreneur, Kelli Jones that started up NoSo Patches, a successful startup with worldwide recognition.
What’s in your Nordic ski car??
If you’re like many, many Jackson Hole/ Teton Valley locals, your car or truck is your moving ski room! Classic skis, skate skis, BC Nordic skis, and likely some Alpine Touring (AT) skis, maybe alpine resort skis ( powder, all mountain, groomer/ carve skis), plus poles, boots for each type of ski, plus accessories x members of yr family or ski buddies!
Send us your pictures of your mobile ski stash or share on IG @jhnordic #jhnordic!!
Teton Tea
Isn’t it a pleasure to visit those special places every year and to treasure annual traditions – maybe skiing up Shadow Mountain, or from Signal Mountain to Bradley-Taggart, or snowshoeing up Granite Canyon – all glorious and full of friendship and fun.
Adding to the fun, is the chance to pair it with a bit of local history – often resulting in an even greater appreciation of the sites enjoyed. For instance, Whitegrass Ranch, established in 1913, is Jackson Hole’s third oldest dude ranch, with cabins restored by the National Park Service. Likewise, the restored Lucas Fabian Cabins provide a perfect resting spot north of Taggart Lake. And the Hunter-Hereford Ranch provides awe-inspiring photos with the Tetons in their background. And then there is opportunity to visit the Jackson Hole History Museum and the Grand Teton National Park Visitor Center for even more excellent storytelling.
And speaking of history, according to Inger Koedt’s recipe book entitled Recipes for the Mountains, Jackson Hole’s Hootenanny was started in the 1950s as a gathering of climbers and folk singers called the “Teton Tea Party” at which Teton Tea was soon a tradition: “½ portion strong tea, ¼ portion white wine, ¼ portion red wine, with lemon and sugar to taste. Heat it all, best over an open fire so it gets that smoky taste.”
Here’s nodding to your favorite traditions!
Trail Creek
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 1/20
You’ve Got to Love This!
A perfect blue sky, pristine white snow, and majestic mountain peaks are dominating the scene here today at Trail Creek making for yet another great day for a Nordic ski! Sure, the temp is maybe a bit chilly in the mid-teens, but with no wind and endless sunshine, it is nothing but very nice.
If you are lucky enough to make it out today, you will probably find plenty of trails all to yourself as the youth teams are either done for the week, or off to Soldier Hollow, Utah to race. If you would like to follow results of the racing at the Olympic venue in Utah, Summit Timing is posting times as they happen.
Speaking of racing, don’t forget that those of us not racing in Utah are welcome to head over the hill for the Spud Chase on Saturday which is a great annual event sponsored by TVTAP.
Today’s Husky grooming on the stable snow conditions we have been experiencing was mainly a single pass through all the trails, dropping fresh classic tracks where needed. The snow is firm if perhaps just a bit slow in the cooler conditions, but skiers can pretty much go anywhere with any technique and find lots of good skiing.
Finally a pretty cool animal sighting today; five grouse were busily foraging in the Animal Farm area today. Their camouflage makes them difficult to see, but four of the five did line up pretty well for the image below.
Groomer’s choice for today is East Fields.
Teton Co./Jackson Parks & Rec
Grooming Today: Emily’s Pond Levee, High School Fields, Stilson Loop, Wilson Centennial Trail
Last Update: 1/20
Cache creek, game creek, and May park are groomed and in good shape.
Cache Creek Singletrack
Groomed by Friends of Pathways
Grooming Schedule: As Needed
Last Update: 1/16
Blue skies and sunshine up Cache Creek to Noker mine today.
Teton Pines Nordic
Grooming Daily
Used ski sale!! We are currently selling our classic rentals/demos. Price for Skis, bindings, boots: $215. (Must buy whole package). We still have most sizes available. This sale won’t last long so come out and see us soon! Sorry but we don’t have any used skate gear for sale but we have lots of new skate boots, skis, bindings and poles available in the shop.
We are open daily to the public for skiing. Click here for our current trails grooming and conditions: https://nordic-pulse.com/ski-areas/US/WY/Teton-Pines-Nordic-Center We offer private skate and classic skiing lessons daily, skate/classic ski rental packages, and bc xc rentals for the park. We are open 9am-4pm. Please call to book lessons and with any other questions.
Note—We have a new shop phone number this season: (307) 732-4130
Shooting Star
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 1/20
The temperatures may be cold, but the views are hot! Expect mostly sunny skies this weekend with below average temps. The cold temperatures make the snow more abrasive and not as pliable for grooming, which can leave a crumble like texture in areas. Overall, the trails are in great shape and should be very enjoyable through Monday. Be sure to monitor the temps for choosing the right ski wax, as it will be a slower ski if you’re not matched up correctly. Enjoy the sunshine! Next update will be Monday 1/23.
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 Update: 1/20
Looks like really nice ski conditions in GTNP today – Taggart Lake to Signal Mountain.
Turpin Meadow Ranch
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 1/20
The pisten bully will be out early Saturday (1/21) morning resetting all Nordic trails and trying to clean up the divets left behind by the resident moose. There have been 3 large bulls and a cow hanging out near the ranch; please respect the wildlife, keep your distance and keep your dogs close.
Turpin Meadow Ranch is open to all for skiing, lodging, dining, Nordic lessons, and tours! Ours is a short season so be sure to plan a visit this winter between now and March 13, 2022. Call the office (307) 543-2000 or visit our website to book your adventure and/or meal!
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!
Grand Targhee
Grooming Schedule: Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday
Last Updated: 1/20
Classic Track: Not Set | Fat Bike Trails: Open | Snowshoe Trails: Open
A high pressure system will stick around for the remainder of the weekend. Be prepared for highs in the 20’s single digit lows. Dress warm and come prepared for another great day at the Ghee. Snowdrift, Nordic Connector and Quakie Ridge groomed 1/19.
Remember, singletracks will be closed when there is more than 3 inches of snow in a 24 hour period.
Alta Track
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, & Sunday
Last Updated: 1/18
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Set skate and classic Wednesday evening. Skate track should be firmer after setting up overnight. Snowing lightly as I finished so there could be some new snow on top.
Driggs
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Last Updated: 1/20
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
The classic track is still in great shape so I left it as is. Smoothed out the skate track- it should ski much better now.
Sherman Park
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Last Updated: 1/20
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Skating should be awesome! Not enough snow to reset classic track and it is mostly in except for a few spots a had to go over. Single/walking track was groomed as well. Enjoy the sunshine
Teton Canyon
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
Last Updated: 1/20
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Friday: After a few dry, cold, days the track has set up fast and firm. Plan to reset skate track this morning and will attempt to reset south classic. Both remained in good shape as of Thursday afternoon. Road and parking have been plowed and in good shape.
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: 1/20
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Skate lanes on yeti’s and campground are fresh. Technical difficulties with the track setter so I left as much of the existing skate track as I could. Conditions should be firm and fast!
No dogs December 1 – April 15.
Teton Reserve Nordic
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday
Last Updated: 1/19
Skate: Set | Classic: Set
Thursday morning reset the skate and classic track. Also groomed a couple connector trails in preparation for the Spud Chase this weekend. Please do not cut Trail’s on ungroomed terrain. There are some sensitive areas on the golf course management does not want travelers on. Enjoy the glide.
Southern Valley Singletrack
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Last Updated: 1/20
Singletrack: Set
Friday morning groomed happy hour, powerline, upper Ladyslipper, lower Ladyslipper, Sherman Springs access and Nemo. Everything is in fantastic shape. Hillbender (upper and lower) were last groomed on the 17th. Enjoy the ride.
No dogs December 1 – April 15.
Darby Canyon
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Groomed by USFS
Last Updated: 1/19
Groomed 1/19
Rammell Mountain
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Groomed by USFS
Last Updated: 1/12
Groomed 1/12 PM.
South Leigh Road
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Groomed by USFS
Last Updated: 1/9
Groomed 1/9 enjoy.
Pinnacle Trail
Grooming Schedule: As needed
Groomed by USFS
Last Updated: 1/5
Groomed 1/5 afternoon
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/
Nordic Masters Clinic
Thursdays – from Mid December to late February
Thursday, January 26 – Skate Ski at Teton Pines Nordic Center
The JHSC would like to encourage participants to pre-register/pre-pay for the clinics, including drop-ins.
Join us this winter season to increase your ski speed, stamina, and strength. Work on your technique and form with professional tips and exercises from USSA certified coaches. Stay and ski all day with your clinic ski pass at Teton Pines Nordic Center or Trail Creek Nordic Center (we will ski at both locations through out the winter to provide a variety of terrain and technique).
Banff Film Festival
February 10th and 11th, 2023
Jackson Hole High School
Skinny Skis presents two showings of the Banff Mountain Film Festival. The showings will be a fundraiser for the Friends of the Bridger Teton. Tickets now on sale at Skinny Skis!
28th Annual Skinny Skis Moose Chase Nordic Ski Race
Saturday, February 11th, 2023 | 10:00AM
Trail Creek Nordic Center
THE MOOSE CHASE PRESENTED BY SKINNY SKIS IS BACK! After a four year hiatus, we are bringing back this community nordic event at Trail Creek on Saturday, February 11th. We would love to see all families, club athletes, and nordic community members on the start line to celebrate cross-country skiing in Jackson Hole. Parents are encouraged to race or volunteer, and we will be sending out volunteer shifts to sign up for shortly. We will have 20k, 10k, 5k, 3k, and free 0.5k options that accommodate all ages and abilities. Every athlete from Lollipoppers to Devos to Prep/Comp should plan on attending this event! We will have a food and awards following race completion at Trail Creek.
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
