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Trail report: Emily’s pond by XC ski
Gorgeous day on the Snake River dike. Snow remains in excellent condition. A few friendly dogs, skiers, walkers, and anglers. This 1st time nordic skier from Chicago loved it!
Cache Creek Road Temporarily Closed
The Bridger-Teton National Forest has temporarily closed the portion of the Cache Creek road accessing the trailhead. The parking area at the Nelson Drive trailhead is also closed. The temporary closure went into effect Monday morning. The temporary closure is necessary to allow the road crew to install a new culvert to alleviate flooding at Cache Creek and help protect the road surface. The snow floor on the roads accessing these trailheads deteriorated significantly over the weekend due to the warming temperatures resulting in some minor accidents and a number of vehicles becoming stuck. The road crew will also clear as much slush off the road and parking areas as possible. This will allow the road surface to dry more quickly. Jackson District Ranger Mary Moore is asking for people's patience. "If people can hold off driving to these trailheads for a little while, we can avoid damage to the road surface." The road will be re-opened as soon as the snow melts out and the road dries enough to sustain vehicle use. The trailheads are still accessible via foot or bike travel. The public is encouraged to check with the Forest Service on current conditions before attempting to drive to the trailhead.
End of season grooming updates:
Grooming finished for the season: Teton Pines, Turpin Meadow Ranch, GTNP Teton Park Road
Saturday, March 30th – Last grooming day for TC/J Parks & Rec trail grooming
Saturday, March 30th – Trail Creek grooming – last day
You can also reference: https://jhnordic.com/grooming/
Last Updated: 3/23
14 Moose!
While they couldn’t all be convinced to line up for a photo tonight, a record breaking fourteen moose were hanging out in Woolsey Woods during this evening’s grooming. The picture is a little blurry but you can see ears back which is a sign that they have been hanging out at Trail Creek for plenty of time this winter and are ready for some fresh pastures. One bull in particular was picking on everybody tonight.
On the topic of grooming, things went really well in this evening’s grooming. Again the perimeter of the fields and the major woods trails received double Pisten Bully passes. The snow while soft, is holding up nicely so that the tracks on the Pisten Bully aren’t cutting in like they do in some really soft situations. However the classic track setter was able to lay in some really sharp classic tracks.
The close woods do have some heavy wildlife impact but the fields, Moose Loop, Armin’s, and the National Forest Trails will ski just the way you like tomorrow if you can find the right time to be there. Look for the next grooming Monday evening.
Last Updated: 3/10
Grooming is finished for the season.
*Thanks for a wonderful winter Jackson and JH Nordic Alliance!
Big thanks to Turpin for hosting the Annual JH Nordic Alliance Free Nordic Ski, Fat Bike, Snowshoe day in January. Mark your calendar for the 4th Annual Free event next year on Sunday, January 5th 2020!!
Teton Co./Jackson Parks & Rec Grooming Report
Last Updated: 3/25
FOREST SERVICE NOTIFIED US THAT CACHE CREEK WILL BE CLOSED STARTING TODAY (3/25/19) DUE TO DETERIORATED ROAD CONDITIONS!! GROOMING WILL NOT TAKE PLACE TODAY.
Grand Teton National Park Grooming Report
Last Updated: 3/18
Plowing has begun at both the north and south ends of the Park road. Please do not ski on the road that has not yet been plowed, as this trail is closed for the season
We will keep everyone informed when the road re-opens to bikes, walkers, and other modes of human-powered transport.
Shooting Star Grooming Report
Last Updated: 3/23
Beginning Sunday (3/24), no more classic tracks will be set on the Nordic course. Spring weather has finally made the trails hard packed and icy, which creates a surface to firm for cutting classic tracks into the snow profile… Also, the warm weather severely melts/degrades the classic tracks in the afternoon. Lastly, reminder that the course will be closed until 11 am today (3/23) for the PPP and be aware that only the tournament course was groomed this morning. The remainder of the course should still be in great shape but could be icier until the weather warms this afternoon. Overall, skiing should be very enjoyable and we’ll attempt to keep daily grooming through Sunday April 7th (Conditions Permitting).
Next Update: Wednesday
Grand Targhee Grooming Report
Last Updated: 3/25
Winter isn’t done yet! I know this is what you’ve all been hoping for. 5″ in 24 hours, with all of that falling after lifts’ closure. But sunny skies will prevail! It’ll be mostly cloudy this morning, but sun will peep through as the day goes on
Cross Country/Fat Bike 15k: XC OPEN (Last groomed AM 3/24/2019) – No Classic Track Set, Fat Bike CLOSED.
*Note: Sorry to inform folks that the nordic grooming cat with our classic track setter has suffered mechanical issues that are not able to be resolved for the rest of the season. Consequently, there will be no more classic track grooming for the rest of the season. However, grooming of the skate track and fat bike trails will continue as conditions allow.
Pinedale Nordic Trail Report
Last Updated: 3/25 @ 9am
Most trails have been groomed this morning. More or less 1″ of new snow. Warming up quickly. Expect trails to be good until late morning, then softening as the day goes on. There is a calf moose in Lower Surveyor Park trying to make a living. Please control your dogs. The cars are out of the Kelly Park and the trail has been repaired.
Alta Track
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Last Updated: 3/24
Skate: Good | Classic: Good
We had a good freeze last night! I’m heading out this morning to groom; I should be done around 10.
Driggs
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Last Updated: 3/22 @ 6pm
Skate: N.A | Classic: Fair
Sherman Park
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Last Updated: 3/25 @ 8am
Skate: Fair | Classic: N/A
Teton Canyon
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Last Updated: 3/25 @ 9am
Skate: Excellent | Classic: Fair
While I set classic on both sides of the track, the south side is better (though bouncy in spots). Skate track is a bit narrow, but awesome. Get out there and enjoy!
Teton Springs
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday
Last Updated: 3/23
Skate: Good | Classic: Not Set
Set a narrow but fairly firm skate track. The sled got bogged down in a few spots, so the trail will be chunky there. Also, watch for the cuts near the trail where the golf course crews have been working.
Yeti’s Loop
Grooming Schedule: As Needed
Last Updated: 3/13 @ 2pm
Skate: Excellent | Classic: Excellent
Just finished grooming the Yeti. It always takes longer than anticipated…so much hair. Anyways, classic track is set for counter-clockwise skiing and the skate lane should be amazing. The trail is rather narrow so pay attention and stay in control.
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Enjoy!
5th Street Singletrack
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Last Updated: 3/1 @ 8am
Singletrack: Not set
Trails closed for wildlife. Please respect closure till snow recedes.
Thanks
Teton Springs Singletrack
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Last Updated: 3/8 @ 7pm
Singletrack: Poor
Did two passes earlier today and got it established again, then it started snowing…
Southern Valley Single Track
Grooming Schedule: As Needed
Last Updated: 3/11 @ 3pm
Singletrack: Excellent
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