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The Ski Resort of Jackson Hole

Jackson Hole

Muscular, rugged mountains with stark granite walls; high-alpine bowls; 4,139 vertical feet (1,262 m), and 2,500 acres (1,012 ha) of some of the most challenging inbounds skiing in North America;  all surrounded by 120 square miles (310 sq km) of open-gate backcountry. Jackson Hole is to North America what Chamonix is to Europe: good skiers and boarders abound and the alpine lifestyle rules.
 

Our Rating:

Advanced ****
Intermediate **
Beginner ***
The resort of Jackson Hole has a big reputation to live up to: one of North America’s biggest vertical drops, endless backcountry skiing, great snow (and a lot of it), and more advanced skiing—some of it verging on the extreme—than most visitors know what to do with.

First impressions are likely to confirm the reputation. From the moment you see the craggy Teton Range, you know you’re going to be skiing mountains to be reckoned with. And then there’s the town itself, a reasonably authentic slice of the west, with a gunslinging feel and plenty of quality accommodations and nightlife.

Jackson Hole, WY at a glance
 

On the mountain

Ski area

With extreme trails like Corbett’s Couloir, Jackson Hole is famous for its truly steep and challenging terrain. more...

 

Lift system

The “Aerial Tram”, now in its last year, is the main lift and can get quite busy at times. It also sometimes closes with high winds.
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Ski schools & guiding

Jackson Hole offers steep and deep clinics and guides to take you into the backcountry. more...

 

Advanced

Jackson Hole's crazy chutes, moguls, steeps, deeps, trees, and vast backcountry make it one of the world's best areas for advanced and expert skiers. more...

 

Intermediate

Après Vous Mountain has smooth groomers, but a willingness to explore the mountain rather than following the trail map will help to get a true taste of Jackson. more...

 

Beginner

Jackson Hole is not really a mountain for beginners, although the beginner lift ticket is very good value. more...

 

Boarding & freestyle

The real draw for boarders is Jackson Hole's natural terrain and snow conditions. more...

 

Off-piste

In Jackson Hole there are experts. And then there’s the Jackson Hole Air Force – the seriously expert locals. They all ski at the same resort in Wyoming, but not necessarily on the same mountain, because apart from its signature peak, Rendezvous Mountain, Jackson Hole has a “secret” mountain: Cody Peak, which has “runs” that make some of Jackson’s tougher in-bounds trails look like routine blues.
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Mountain restaurants

You can snack on the mountain, but it’s better to return to base to eat, where there is a greater choice and more capacity. more...

 

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Off the mountain

Village

Jackson's architectural style is right in the Wild West mood, whereas convenient Teton Village is a purpose-built ski resort. more...

 

Accommodation

Teton Village has 11 hotels, ranging from upmarket places right through to a hostel right next to the lifts. The town of Jackson has more accommodation options, as well as a great Wild West atmosphere.
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Après-ski

Après-ski at Jackson Hole's Mangy Moose is legendary, but there are also quieter options, both in Teton Village and in Jackson. more...

 

Restaurants & bars

Jackson Hole has a number of good restaurants, some with  excellent wine lists.
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Other information

Apart from Wild-West Jackson, nearby Yellowstone National Park, famous for its wildlife and hot springs, can be visited from Jackson Hole by snowcoach or snowmobile. more...

 

Getting there

Jackson Hole airport is served from most major U.S. airports; the nearest international airport is Salt Lake City. more...

 

 

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Resort shortcuts

Jackson Hole facts

Ski Area

Base6,311 ft
1,924 m
Summit10,450 ft
3,185 m
Elevation4,139 ft
1,261 m
Area size2,500 a
1,012 ha

 

Trails/runs

Number of trails111
Advanced50 %
Intermediate40 %
Beginner10 %

 

Lifts

Gondolas/Cable cars2

 

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