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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.
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WILD NATURE
by Cathy Shill, founder of The Hole Hiking Experience
https://www.holehike.com/ 307.690.4453
“Over the winter glaciers, I see the summer glow. And through the wind-piled snowdrift, the warm rosebuds below.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson
Springtime is the land awakening! I notice the changes in Jackson Hole by sight and sound. We align with longer days and feel supported by increased light as motivation. This increased light spurs changes in all of nature. The stronger light wakes bears, and the first grizzlies have been seen in Yellowstone. Additional light causes hormonal changes so antlers grow, rodents’ mate and birds return to the valley. The sound of nature increases with the trill of the red-wing blackbird, the song of the chickadee, and rushing water.
Corn snow is a sign of spring. Corn snow forms when we reach the point in the season where air temperatures continue to drop below freezing at night and above freezing during the day. Recent weather created ideal conditions.
As winter releases its grip on the landscape, animals will begin to move to summer territories. Remember, March and April are vulnerable months for large animals such as deer, moose, elk, and bighorn sheep. They burn stored fat to survive winter, so they are weakest at this time of year. Fortunately, some grass is turning green on south and east-facing slopes. Remember, seasonal winter closures that protect habitat for animals continue until May 1.
Enjoy this change of season. For our team of naturalists, we will offer winter tours until April 7 then take a break for snow to melt and trails to dry. The summer hiking season begins May 6. As the season ends, I am grateful that we had a wet March and snowpack is currently 99% of average which makes for happy flowers and sets the stage for all the beauty to come.
Nordic International Spring Series Training Day
JHSC is hosting an international race for Nordic skiers. Super fun event and cool local opportunity to see some really fast and competitive racing. Come spectate if you are in town, or come volunteer and engage first hand with the racing side of our Nordic community.
Teton Co/Jackson Parks & Rec
End of Season Grooming Operations
Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation has begun tapering grooming efforts and will end all grooming operations for the season at the end of the month.
Grooming for May Park and South Park Loop Road has concluded for the season. Today is the last day of grooming for Emily’s Pond, Stilson, and the Wilson Centennial Trail. Grooming for backcountry trails at Cache and Game Creek will end on Saturday, March 30.
Teton County/Jackson Parks and Recreation staff would like to thank the community for a great season and the public’s patience during a shorter than normal grooming season.
GIVEAWAY: Jackson Hole Winter Trails Adventure
There are only 2 more days to share your best winter trail fun in the Tetons for a chance to win some great prizes! Submit your favorite photos and your trail reviews by Monday to join us in our mission to inspire outdoor exploration and community connection and enter into our Jackson Hole Nordic Winter Trail Adventure Giveaway!
We encourage winter trail users to support all of our grooming teams across Jackson Hole and Teton Valley. When possible please consider a donation to the trails you frequent. Please leave a comment such as “grooming” or “Nordic” in the designation or campaign section.
Trail Creek
Grooming Daily
Last Update 3/21
2023-2024 Silly M-W Teewinots!
When it comes to having fun on a pair of Nordic skis, nobody beats the Teewinots! Pictured above is the 2023-2024 Monday Wednesday Teewinots, this image being them striking a silly pose. Coach Libby and crew, while building basic skills in these up and coming skiers, have also spent lots of time playing an amazing array of games and activities throughout the season to make it all lots of fun. Hopefully we will see all of you Teewinots back next year!
You however, don’t need to wait until next year to have a great Nordic ski. Late in the day yesterday the Husky was hard at it, covering pretty much every trail in the system. Most trails received a single skate/classic pass with the Close Field receiving multiple passes and lots of additional funky grooming in preparation for the big race (volunteers still needed) March 30-April 1. Conditions will be very firm this morning, softening as the day progresses, depending of course on the amount of sun exposure.
It does look like our current run of perfect bluebird days will be winding down with a return to winter next week. However, we are all Nordic skiers and winter is a fantastic thing! Next grooming will most likely be Friday evening.
Groomer’s choice is to check out Faceplant which is still skiing nicely but might not be around for long depending on how things melt.
Teton Co./Jackson Parks & Rec
End of Season Grooming Schedule
Last Update: 3/21
South Park Loop Rd and May Park are done for the season. Staff will continue Emily’s and Stilson through Saturday 3/23/24 and then will be done for the season. Staff will continue to evaluate conditions for High School Loop and anticipate grooming through Saturday, March 23. Cache and Game Creek will continue through March 30, 2024.
Cache Creek Singletrack
Groomed by Friends of Pathways
Grooming As Needed
Last Update: 3/15
Bridge 2 Connector, Bridge 3 Connector, Ferrin’s Trail, Hagen, Hagen Highway, Sidewalk Bridge 2 to 3, and Sink or Swim were groomed the evening of 3/14.
Teton Pines Nordic
Grooming Daily – Final Day Sunday
Last Update: 3/20
The best classic skiing is between 11am and 1pm due to the typical end of season freeze/thaw cycle. The best skate skiing is right after our morning groom!
The track closes at sundown on Sunday because the golf crew will begin clearing snow and working after that. There isn’t much time between our closing date and the opening date for golf and there is an incredible amount of work that happens to get the course ready to open.
Teton Village Trails
Grooming Periodically
Last Update: 3/14
Starting plowing the windy mile at the south end so more people can bike to avoid traffic.
Shooting Star
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 3/22
FYI… we believe to have fixed the problem on the snowcat and will be grooming this evening to evaluate how it performs and to take advantage of softer conditions for leveling off the track. Evening grooming will begin at 5:30 pm and all skiers need to be off the trails at this time. Thanks for everyone’s cooperation/understanding and we’ll keep you posted if any further issues arise.
- No Walking
- Sled Hill is Open
Turpin Meadow Ranch
Grooming Has Ended For The Season
Last Update: 3/22
Turpin Meadow Ranch is located on the Bridger-Teton National Forest therefore you can still use the winter trails though they will no longer be maintained and most amenities are closed for the season. The lodge restrooms and retail shop will be open from 9am-4pm until April 15. If you venture up this spring be sure to carry your bear spray, bear tracks and scat have been spotted in the Buffalo Valley. We kindly ask that any springtime trail users respect the fact that the buildings, vehicles, and essentially anything above ground is private property and unavailable during the off season.
Grand Teton National Park
Grooming Has Ended For The Season
Last Updated: 3/15
Final day of grooming for 2023/2024 season. Taggart Lake Trailhead to Signal Mtn.
Grand Targhee
Grooming: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Last Updated: 3/20
GTR grooms Rick’s Basin area trails Tues/Thurs/Sat/Sun. Trails are in good condition. No classic track. Spring conditions.
Please remember no dogs on the Nordic trails and be alert for dog sledding traffic at intersections along the Nordic Connector.
Teton Canyon
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
Last Updated: 3/22
The track has held up well past week during warm, dry, period. Nick, using the Rabbit, set good classic Wednesday afternoon, and widened snow machine track. Friday morning beginning around 8am, plan to make a couple passes over the skate track. Should be good. 48″ on the stake.
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: 3/22
Campground and Yeti groomed for skate and classic. Considering warm temps it came out pretty well. Enjoy your March skiing!
Singletrack: 3/20
Groomed Upper/lower ladyslipper and BPA. Conditions are SOFT. The base was barely able to support the sleds. Hopefully the temps drop and it firms up by morning. If you’re gonna ride, best to do it early. Snowshoes are recommended for walkers and runners.
Please note the USFS dog closure policy Dec 1st – April 15th at this venue.
Teton Reserve Nordic
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Last Updated: 3/21
Groomed all of the southern loops for skate and classic. Fixed a lot of the ruts and off camber sections. Not quite perfect, but better than it’s been in weeks. Come enjoy the glide before this venue disappears due to warming temperatures and sun exposure.
ATTENTION: Do not CRUST CRUISE on golf course property and respect the privacy of homeowners. Stay away from homes, private property and ski on established trails only. Thank you.
Sherman Park
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Last Updated: 3/22
Reset the skate lane, classic track and singletrack trail. Conditions are variable and anywhere from 0 inches with dirt showing through up to 18 inches in most areas. Be aware of dirt and Sagebrush sticking through. Hazards exist. Enjoy the glide, walk and ride.
Driggs School Loops
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Last Updated: 3/20
Reset skate and classic Wednesday morning. Turned out pretty well considering the conditions. Crust cruising still rules, but the track should be decent for a day or two.
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: 3/22
Will reset the classic track this morning and smooth out the skate lane.
ATTENTION: Skiers CRUST CRUISING please respect the privacy of homeowners stay away from homes and private property. Thanks.
Darby Canyon
Grooming As Needed
Last Updated: 3/15
Groomed today 3/13.
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: 3/19
Groomed today 3/19.
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: 3/15
Grooming today 3/13.
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/
2024 International Spring Series
Trail Creek Nordic
March 29-April 1
Welcome all to 2024 International Spring Series! This series is going to be a fun last hurrah for everyone who wants to keep racing through the end of the season. The races will feature a variety of nontraditional formats that will engage everyone and provide for shorter, faster, more fun racing for all comers.
