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.
Trail of the Month: 3 Loops for a Quick Nordic Ski
In the winter months, there is usually ample snow for skiing, but the limited daylight can make it more difficult to spend time outdoors. While skiing in places like GTNP, Teton Pass, or Turpin Meadow Ranch offers a breathtaking experience in a tranquil setting, it’s not always feasible to take the time to drive to the trailhead and still get in your ski. That’s why it’s a good idea to identify nearby loops so you can get out for a quick lunchtime Nordic ski. For our January trail of the month, here are three quick and accessible trails for a convenient lunchtime or post-work ski; May Park, Stilson Loop Trail, and Driggs Winter Trails.
All About Alta
NEW PARKING OPTION FOR ALTA SKIERS: There’s a new parking option for when you ski the Alta Track. There are 12 spots available at the Alta Community Park on Targhee Towne Road. Nick Beatty just put in a trail connector so you can ski right from your car to the track. Please relieve Alta parking pressure by giving these spots a try.
MEET AND GREET AT ALTA TODAY JAN. 27: Come visit with TVTAP Board Members Stacy Snyder and Jill Payne and staff member Peggy Boggs at the Alta Track this Saturday from 1-3. There may be some tunes and some cute dogs with us under our colorful TVTAP tent. Come with questions, grab a new Trails & Pathways Jytte beanie, a trail sticker, or just say hey!
ALTA SKIATHLON – FEBRUARY 24th: With the success of this year’s reimagined Teton Ridge Classic and the success of the growing Spud Chase, we are excited for the Alta Skiathlon.
Bridger-Teton Requires Dog Leashes in Wintering Wildlife Areas
The Bridger-Teton National Forest, Jackson Ranger District has dog leash requirements at the Cache Creek and Trail Creek trailheads year-round, and leash requirements that extend onto trails located adjacent to crucial wildlife habitat during the winter months.
From December 1 – May 1, dogs must be leashed in the following trailhead and trail areas, all of which are well signed: Cache Creek, Trail Creek, Game Creek, and Teton Pass trailhead areas; The entire Putt-Putt trail area from Nelson Drive and north of Cache Creek to Salt Lick Draw; The first 1.2 miles of Game Creek; and The entire A&W trail connecting Adams and Wilson Canyons.
Trail Creek
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 1/26
Mellowing Calf!
At the beginning of the winter, this healthy looking moose calf more or less went ballistic when she encountered the Husky; however after a couple weeks of dancing around one another, she has habituated dramatically, reacting with mostly a casual glance. While she doesn’t probably realize it, she does seem to enjoy the lovely Nordic trails her special home provides her!
You too can experience some lovely Nordic trails if Trail Creek is your Nordic home and you make it out for a ski today. Today’s Husky grooming covered mostly every trail with today’s focus being to reset the classic tracks throughout the woods. The fields also received multiple passes with fresh classic tracks.
Many of our JHSC skiers are competing in Soldier Hollow today and tomorrow at second Junior National Qualifier. Results can be viewed on this link and you can view a live webcam of what’s going on at this link.
Groomer’s choice for today is to carefully check out Gutflop.
Teton Co./Jackson Parks & Rec
Last Update: 1/26
Game creek is in pretty good shape! Now the PB is back up and running we plan to be on our normal schedule. Woohoo!!
For the most up-to-date grooming info visit: http://www.tetonparksandrec.org/1353/Grooming-Report
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: 1/26
Another day of perfection on our trails! Fresh classic and skate for you!
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: 1/24
Groomed from Teton Village to Lake Creek on pathway.
Shooting Star
Grooming Daily
Last Update: 1/26
Warmer temperatures will continue through this weekend into next week. Skiers may encounter settling and choppy sections on the track. The sledding hill will continue to be groomed only as needed due to the thin snow profile. We will continue to do our best grooming with the conditions that are thrown at us. With the continuing high temps, anticipate grass and brushy areas to possibly re-emerge. Our grooming schedule and methods may shift in the upcoming week to preserve the track’s lifespan. Next update will be Monday 1/29.
- 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: 1/26
The trails are buttery smooth and a pleasure to glide over right now. The single track is holding firm and it’s shaping up to be another glorious day at Turpin. There have been lots of moose sign in the willow loops so be attentive when skiing or biking.
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: 1/26
Taggart to Signal today, the cross country trail is looking great in Grand Teton National Park.
Grand Targhee
Grooming: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Last Updated: 1/23
GTR is grooming Rick’s Basin area trails on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday. Classic track is set.
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: 1/26
Groomed with the snow rabbit 🐰, set the skate lane and single classic track. Expect soft conditions with the new snow. Enjoy the glide.
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: 1/26
Got everything groomed and all classic tracks set this evening. Snowing the whole time but not much accumulation. Happy skiing!
Singletrack: 1/24 With the help of a couple inches of fresh snowfall, we rolled out the ruts and footprints on lady slippers, Nemo and BPA. Did a bit of shovel work on the west end of the network to help improve some off camber sections. Firm base, but please try to ride when the temps are low. Mind your tire pressure.
Please note the USFS dog closure policy Dec 1st – April 15th at this venue.
Teton Reserve Nordic
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Last Updated: 1/24
Groomed skate lane and set classic track set on all trails except Driving range and cutoffs. Enjoy the glide…
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 PAKING IN THE GREEN HIGHLIGHTS.
Sherman Park
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Last Updated: 1/26
Groomed walking path, skate, and classic. New snowfall was great to clean all the tracks up. Good skiing.
Driggs School Loops
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Last Updated: 1/26
Rolled the 3″ of fresh snow and set the classic track. The skiing should be excellent tomorrow morning.
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: 1/26
Friday 8am: Three inches of dense, warm snow overnight. Plan to roll entire track and set classic. Was able to use Ginzu to set both skate and classic. Turned out well.
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: 1/22
Groomed this morning. Turned out nice. 1/22
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.
Sublette Trails Association – Pinedale STAmpede Nordic Ski Race
Saturday, January 27th
Pinedale, Wyoming
9am – 12pm
The STAmpede is Pinedale’s only timed intergenerational Nordic ski race and is hosted by the Sublette Trails Association. The Pinedale STAmpede is one of eight races in the ‘Wydaho Nordic Ski’ Series, which serves communities in Wyoming and eastern Idaho.
Annual skate and classic ski race that is family-friendly in Pinedale Wyoming! The race will feature the scenic course through the Bridger-Teton National Forest and grooming.
Bib pick up on 1/26.
SheJumps x Teton Nordic Ski School
Women’s Nordic Series | WY & ID
Wednesday, January 31st
Sherman Park, Victor, Idaho
6pm – 7:30pm
Join SheJumps and the ladies of Teton Nordic Ski School for a fun & social Nordic Ski Series in the Teton Valley!
After so much fun last year, we are back for more! Join SheJumps and the ladies of Teton Nordic Ski School for a fun & social Nordic Ski Series in the Teton Valley! Feel free to join for one or all four events!
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!
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/
