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.
TVTAP Fat Bike Community Meeting
Monday, December 18 | 6-8pm | Highpoint Cider, 7567 Lupine Lane, Victor ID
Don’t miss the Fat Bike Community Meeting next Monday! Join in the discussion about current opportunities with Trails & Pathways, regional organizations, bike shops and riders.
- Singletrack grooming
- Where to ride in the region
- Volunteer grooming opportunities
- Trail sharing and etiquette on multi-use trails
- Supporting groming and programming
- Meet local riders
- Short film + fat bike games!
Considerable Avalanche Conditions Exist
Avalanche conditions are considerable in the backcountry in the Tetons, per the BTAC report, so all winter trail users going into the backcountry are recommended to avoid trails and locations that may be affected by potential avalanches.
Watch for signs of cracking and collapsing, but the first clear sign of an unstable snowpack may occur when you trigger a large avalanche. This large, remotely-triggered avalanche on Mt. Elly illustrates the current avalanche problem.
The BTAC reports and their web site is a valuable local resource for planning your outing. Visit their forecast page for the most up-to-date information.
EcoTour Adventures: 2024 Restaurant Guide
Here is JHETA’s list of favorite restaurants in JH. Some of these do very well for breakfast, lunch and even dinner! We all have our favorite places. Send us yours to: Trailconditions@jhnordic.com.
Locals Appreciation Sale – 20% off one item! – This weekend only
Trail Creek
Last Update: 12/4
Quick Update
Rain then sun and temps in the 40’s today did a number on our trails, you might want to postpone your next Nordic ski at Trail Creek until we get some more snow. Will report when we are grooming again.
Welcome Back!
Finally the snow has been falling, and the fields and forests of Trail Creek are beginning to take on a winter vibe. A word of caution however, conditions are very thin, don’t get in too much of a hurry to ramp up your Nordic game to max quite yet. With a little patience and snow, Trail Creek will hopefully be in full winter splendor very soon.
Over the summer and fall lots of work has been done on the trails, the equipment is poised and ready to roll (including our brand new Ski Doo snowmobile above), and we are itching to move everything into high gear at Trail Creek. In the past few days the close field, Woolsey Woods, Homeward and Outward Bound, Moose Loop, and parts of Armin’s have been rolled several times. That being said, overnight rains and warm conditions have resulted in very soft and thin conditions. We have had a few skaters out making reasonable progress but a careful tour in the woods on your classic skis might be the choice of the day.
Be patient and pray for snow and hopefully soon our Husky will be setting pristine tracks everywhere. Grooming could be a bit sporadic over the next few days depending on what conditions come our way. If a report comes out, grooming will have happened. We are holding off posting on Nordic Pulse until our base becomes a bit more stable.
If you haven’t seen it yet, check out the December Nordic Newsletter with lots of information about what’s coming up at this website.
Groomer’s choice for today is a classic cruise through the woods.
Teton Co./Jackson Parks & Rec
Last Update: 12/6
For the grooming activities, a good base layer is needed to begin packing. If temperatures cool off and there is a little more snow, staff should be able to start packing Cache Creek and Game Creek with the snowmobile and groomer. Staff will begin by using the snowmobile and pull behind groomer until snow depths can support the Pisten Bully (PB) groomer. Temperatures also play a big part in what type of base we start with, dry powder versus wet heavy snow or something in between. Please be assured that staff will be working to get groomed trails accessible as soon as possible.
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 Schedule: As Needed
Last Update: 12/3
I did an exploratory groom up the Cache road and on Hagen from bridge 2 to 5. Its still thin but will hopefully set up and form a base. I will check Hagen Highway, lower Ferrins, and the River trail after we get a little more snow.
Teton Pines Nordic
Last Update: 12/6
We are hoping for snow Thursday but for the moment we are closed for skiing. The shop is still open. As long as we get a few inches over the next day or so we should be able to get the track groomed and things will be good! Stay tuned…
Shooting Star
Not Grooming Yet
Last Update: 12/4
Snow finally arrived this past weekend with 6-8” falling since Friday. While it is nice to see the return of winter, we still need more snow before opening any trails. Due to the extreme winds associated with this past storm, many areas are exposed and unsafe for skiing. Our weather pattern will be unsettled this week with warm temperatures in the mid-40’s Monday through Wednesday, which may cause significant melt. Outlook is calling for colder weather on Thursday with snow showers through the upcoming weekend. GCM will continue to prep what we can when weather permits, but ultimately, we need more snow and stable temperatures. Reminder, our site needs approximately 18” to groom with the snowmobile and 24”+ with the snowcat. Next update will be Friday, 12/8/23.
Grand Targhee
Not Grooming Yet
Last Updated: 12/3
Classic Track: Not Set | Fat Bike Trails: Closed | Snowshoe Trails: Closed
There is good snow coverage but grooming ops have not started so you will have to make our own track. Be sure to purchase a Nordic day or season pass at the Grand Targhee ticket office to support grooming and trail maintenance.
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.
Grooming Has Yet to Begin in Grand Teton National Park.
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: 12/7
Skate: Not Set | Classic: Set
Plan to groom Friday morning, as there are a couple inches of snow that accumulated today. Hopefully conditions will allow us to continue grooming on schedule going forward.
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, Thursday, Sunday
Last Updated: 12/1
Skate: Not Set | Classic: Not Set
We are staging equipment, anticipating some snow out of this storm (crossing fingers). Please note the USFS dog closure policy Dec 1st – April 15th at this venue.
Teton Reserve Nordic
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Last Updated: 12/2
Skate: Not Set | Classic: Not Set
It snowed and we are excited to begin grooming soon. Stay tuned to the grooming report for updates as we get trails open. Please respect the Teton Reserve golf course and only ski on the groomed trail. We will announce when the trail is open, soon. Stay tuned…
Sherman Park
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Last Updated: 12/2
Skate: Not Set | Classic: Not Set
It snowed and we are excited to begin grooming soon. Stay tuned to the grooming report for updates as we get trails open.
Driggs School Loops
Grooming Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Last Updated: 12/2
Skate: Not Set | Classic: Not Set
It snowed and we are excited to begin grooming. Stay tuned to the grooming report for updates as we get trails open.
Alta Nordic Track
Grooming Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Last Updated: 12/6
Skate: Not Set | Classic: Not Set
Unfortunately, the snow from last weekend has mostly melted away. Now we wait for another round. Let it snow!
JH Ski & Snowboard Club’s
Black Tie Blue Jean Ski Ball
Saturday, December 9th
Bridger Gondola
VIP tables and General Admission tickets available. This incredible evening will consist of cocktails, a silent auction, dinner, dancing, and a Grand Raffle. Funds raised are used to offset program costs, purchase safety & protective gear and support our young athletes.
Nordic Waxing Clinic
Wednesday, December 13th
Skinny Skis
Learn the basics of glide waxing with demonstrations and hands-on use of iron and liquid applications. Each clinic limited to 10 attendees. Sign up at Skinny Skis or emailskis@skinnyskis.com.
Cost: Suggested donations of $10 to support grooming in Grand Teton National Park.
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.
Join these clinics to work on your Cross-country classic and/or skate ski technique, balance, stamina, efficiency, performance , and fun.
Fat Bike Community Meeting
Monday, December 18th
Highpoint Cider, Victor, ID
Discuss current opportunities with Teton Valley Trails & Pathways, regional organizations, bike shops and riders. Topics to be discussed: · Singletrack grooming · Where to ride in the region · Volunteer grooming opportunities · Trail sharing and etiquette on multi-use trails · Supporting grooming and programming · Meet local riders · Short film + fat bike games!
Betty Woolsey Classic Race
Saturday, December 23rd
Trail Creek Nordic Center
This event commemorates Betty Woolsey, a ski racing Olympian and the founder of Trail Creek Ranch. During her lifetime, Betty Woolsey pioneered backcountry skiing on Teton Pass, opened Trail Creek to JHSC for Nordic skiing in 1967, and helped the JHSC Nordic and biathlon programs get off the ground.
This community event offers distances for every age and ability; 10 AM start time with a mass start classic format.
Racers can choose from 0.5k, 3k, 5k, and 10k options.
Christmas Brunch with Santa
Saturday, December 23rd
Turpin Meadow Ranch
Head over to Turpin Meadow Ranch 11:30am – 2:30pm for brunch and pictures with Santa! Reservations are required. Call 307-543-2000 to reserve your spot today!
Teton Ridge Classic
Saturday, January 6th
Mike Harris Trail System
Classic cross country ski races -distances: 15 km and 7 km courses.
For the last 2 decades, the Teton ridge Classic (TRC) has been one of the premier classic Nordic ski races in the Greater Teton region. The Teton Ridge Classic will take place just south of Victor, Idaho on the Mike Harris trail system.
Save the Date
JH Nordic Alliance 6th Annual Free Ski, Fat Bike, & Snowshoe Day
Sunday, January 7th, 2024
Turpin Meadow Ranch
Free Classic and skate ski gear demos, ski lessons, trail use, Backcountry Nordic ski tours, Snowshoe tours, Kids Corral, Town-to-Turpin free van shuttle -Family friendly.
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/
