2.7 miles

White Grass Ranch

Grand Teton National Park

Fee: $0.00

Access:

Drive north on Hwy 89 to Moose. Head west on the inner GTNP Park road. Just past the Craig Thomas Visitor Center, turn left (south) onto the Moose-Wilson Road. Drive south for approximately 4 miles to the end of the plowed road at the Death Canyon trailhead turnoff and park.

Description:

The trail begins at the Death Canyon turnoff on the Moose-Wilson Road and follows a snow-covered road, heading west-northwest. It passes through picturesque landscapes with views of Stewarts Draw and Buck Mountain. The historic White Grass Ranch, once a bustling guest ranch, is now being restored as a National Park Preservation training center.

Parking: Parking is available at the end of the plowed road at the Death Canyon trailhead turnoff.

Skiing Experience: The trail offers a moderately easy skiing experience with gentle slopes and well-marked paths. It is suitable for skiers of various skill levels.

Winter Grooming: The snow-covered road is likely to have skier tracks providing access to Albright Peak and Stewart’s Draw for AT skiers. The main Moose-Wilson road is closed to cars in winter, but skiing is possible on the snow-covered road, continuing south toward the Lawrence Rockefeller Preserve and Teton Village.

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

Directions:

Beginnings: Start skiing on the snow-covered road west-northwest from the Death Canyon turnoff on the Moose-Wilson Road.

Uphill Stretch: The trail gradually ascends up the Death Canyon Trail road.

Views: Enjoy striking views of Stewarts Draw and Buck Mountain along the trail.

Trail Options: Extended Exploration: Side trips to nearby meadows and historic sites like the former Sky Ranch are possible.

Return: Return via the same route or make a parallel loop return by heading south from the main Ranch cabin to the Death Canyon summer road and skiing back down to the trailhead.