Daily Nordic Trail Report — Jackson Hole, Teton Valley & Grand Teton National Park
The Daily Trail Report is a morning snapshot of Nordic trail conditions across the Tetons — what's groomed today, snow and weather, tour ideas, trail etiquette reminders and upcoming events for cross country skiing, fat biking and snowshoeing in Jackson Hole, Grand Teton National Park, Teton Valley and Togwotee Pass. It is written by the Nordic Alliance team and published every morning of the ski season, from the first grooming in December until the tracks melt out in late March or April.
Looking for a specific trail? Use the real-time grooming map for GPS-tracked grooming in the last 24 hours, or the trail database to search 100+ winter trails by activity, distance and dog policy. Want the report in your inbox? Subscribe to Fresh Tracks, the daily email.
Looking for lift-served ski conditions? This report covers Nordic and winter trails only. For Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Snow King or Grand Targhee alpine snow reports, see the resorts' own sites.
Today's Nordic Trail Report
Winter reports resume with the first grooming of the season, typically mid-December. Until then, the latest monthly update is below, and the grooming schedule shows where our partners expect to start.
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30 years of community giving. $306 Million for Teton County non-profits. Quite simply, Old Bill’s Fun Run is incredible. Make your gift today! The Old Bill’s giving season officially opened Friday, August 14th and runs through 5 pm on Friday, September 18th. Saturday, September 12th is run day — come visit us and all of your favorite non-profits in the non-profit village after the race. Read more about Old Bill’s and all we have to celebrate as a community here. Spread joy for winter trails. We get people out on winter trails by providing comprehensive digital resources, hosting the annual Free Ski…
Previous Daily Trail Reports
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Registration is Open for Betty Woolsey Classic Come work off your Christmas Feast in style on December 26, 2023! 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. 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…
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New on the Blog: Top Dog-Friendly Winter Trails It’s great being a dog in the Tetons where many dog-friendly winter trails are waiting to be sniffed. Though not every area is open to our four-legged friends, there are several spaces where well-behaved dogs and owners are welcome. Get to know which of these trails are right for you and your dog. Be sure to brush up on your Petiquette and you’ll be sure to get…
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Trip Report: Trail Creek Nordic The first visit to Sam the Truck at Trail Creek Nordic has been recorded. It is an annual tradition of ours to visit an old friend in the beautiful trails of Trail Creek; we’re excited that the JH Ski Club is grooming!! Grooming Is Happening! It is very exciting to report that daily grooming is starting to happen around Jackson and Teton Valley. Of course everything is dependent on precipitation…
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TVTAP Fat Bike Community Meeting Monday, December 18 | 6-8pm | Highpoint Cider, 7567 Lupine Lane, Victor IDDon’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. 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…
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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…
What's in the Daily Trail Report
- What's groomed today — which Nordic centers and public trails were groomed overnight or are scheduled today, with links to each trail page.
- Groomer updates & trail conditions — notes from the teams who groom as well as local skier updates on general snow conditions.
- Weather — the morning forecast for the valley floor and the higher trails, with a link to the full Mountain Weather forecast.
- Tour of the day — a suggested ski, fat bike or snowshoe outing matched to the conditions, from easy town loops to Grand Teton National Park and Togwotee Pass.
- Trail etiquette & stewardship — dog rules, sharing groomed track, wildlife closures and how to support the groomers. See Winter Responsibly for the full guide.
- Pro-tips & inspiration — relevant waxing or technique tips or a little dose of inspiration to get you outside.
- Events — races, clinics, gear sales and community ski days across Jackson Hole and Teton Valley. See the events calendar.
Browse groomed trails by region: Jackson Hole & Wilson · Grand Teton National Park · Teton Valley, Idaho · Togwotee Pass · West Yellowstone — or see the full list of Nordic centers and groomed trail systems.
Daily Trail Report FAQ
When is the Daily Trail Report published?
Every morning of the cross country ski season — typically from the first grooming in mid-December through late March or April, depending on snow — usually before 8 a.m. Mountain time. In the off-season the Nordic Alliance publishes a monthly trail report instead.
Where can I find today's Nordic grooming for Jackson Hole?
Today's report at the top of this page lists what was groomed overnight and what is scheduled today. For GPS-tracked grooming as it happens, use the real-time grooming map, which covers Jackson Hole, Grand Teton National Park, Teton Valley, Togwotee Pass and West Yellowstone. The weekly grooming schedule shows which days each trail is normally groomed.
Does the report cover Grand Teton National Park trail conditions?
Yes. In winter the report covers the groomed Teton Park Road from Taggart Lake Trailhead toward Signal Mountain, plus skier-tracked routes such as Antelope Flats, Mormon Row, Two Ocean Lake and the lakes trails, with notes on snow, wind and wildlife closures. For official park road and closure status, check the National Park Service alerts page.
Does it cover Teton Valley, Idaho?
Yes. The report includes grooming and conditions for Teton Canyon, Alta Nordic Track, Grand Targhee Nordic Trails, Southern Valley, Teton Reserve, Sherman Park and the Driggs School Loops on the Idaho side of the Tetons, groomed mainly by Teton Valley Trails & Pathways (TVTAP) and Grand Targhee Resort.
Is this the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort snow report?
No. This is the Nordic and winter trails report — cross country skiing, fat biking and snowshoeing on groomed and skier-tracked trails. For lift-served alpine conditions, see the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Snow King or Grand Targhee snow reports.
How do I get the Daily Trail Report by email?
Sign up on the subscribe page and Fresh Tracks, the Daily Trail Report email, arrives in your inbox each morning of the season. It is free; the Nordic Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supported by donations and local partners.
Can I send in a trail report or photo?
Yes — community trip reports and photos are a big part of the Daily Trail Report. Email [email protected] with where you went, the date, conditions and a photo, and we may include it in the next report.