3.9 miles

Triangle X Ranch - Plateau Loop

Grand Teton National Park

Fee: $0.00

Access:

From Jackson Town Square, drive north on Hwy 89/191 for 24.6 miles, past the Moose and Deadman’s Bar turnoffs. Turn right (east) off the highway into the Ranch. Note: Nordic trail use is reserved only for overnight guests. For access to a similar (ungroomed) trail, drive 1/2 mile north to USFS road.

Description:

Triangle X Ranch is a 4th generation historic operational dude ranch in Grand Teton National Park with stunning views of the Teton Range. The Nordic trail, available only to overnight guests, starts at the Ranch historic museum and offers a mix of open sagebrush and conifer forest terrains.

Skiing Experience: The trail is smooth and wide, ideal for classic skiing. It includes gentle climbs and descents, with some sections offering thrilling downhill experiences.

Winter Grooming: The trail is groomed after major snowfall by the ranch.

Additional Information: Don’t forget to visit the Triangle X History Museum, located in a small log cabin in the center of the ranch, featuring photos from four generations of ranching in Jackson Hole. Remember, this trail is reserved for overnight guests only.

Dog Owners: Dogs are not allowed on this trail due to its vicinity within Grand Teton National Park.

Directions:

Beginnings: Start at the Ranch historic museum. Head north on the snow-covered inner ranch road to the redwood house on the right (east). The trail begins on the slope behind the red house.

Uphill Stretch: Begin with a short initial climb out of the ranch base. The trail follows the contour of the plateau, gaining altitude slightly in the open sagebrush before entering a conifer forest and climbing gently.

Views: The trail offers breathtaking views of the Tetons, especially on clear days. At the plateau, the views open up to 180 degrees from south to north.

Return: After the downhill section through the woods, the trail splits. Take the trail to the left, rounding the edge of the woods to the southwest, and return to the northern end of the Ranch buildings. Cross the inner ranch parking area to the trailhead.