7 Reasons to Ski in Jackson Hole This Winter
7 reasons Jackson Hole is the perfect place for your winter skiing and snowboarding trip.
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has consistently been voted the best ski and snowboard destination in the U.S. Here are seven unique features that highlight why we love skiing and snowboarding in Jackson Hole so much.
1. The Aerial Tram
Known to locals as “the box,” “the red heli,” or “big red,” the Aerial Tram at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort can carry 100 people to the top of Rendezvous Peak (10,450 feet) in just 12 minutes! The tram makes the mountain’s expert and backcountry terrain accessible to more experienced skiers. Just before docking at the top of the mountain, the tram passes directly above for a view of one of the toughest ski runs at Jackson Hole (and maybe even in the world!).
![an ariel tram moves up the mountain at a Jackson Hole ski resort](https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/tram-20151231-as-2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=370f4102e839c1930e8325cd8b515a6b 320w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/tram-20151231-as-2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=51a7cd7c1242030fa93fdb6ab11d5c01 540w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/tram-20151231-as-2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=1b931f5d50406bc672f6d3b8657c432b 768w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/tram-20151231-as-2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1024&s=3b38c5469a60e713a67e6827842fcc47 1024w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/tram-20151231-as-2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1200&s=17b542a8108a6e555bad087cc0dbf621 1200w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/tram-20151231-as-2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1440&s=916c88750623441d21972d6ba001601b 1440w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/tram-20151231-as-2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1920&s=078a03ed9a108cda729f547b604146df 1920w)
2. Variety of Skill Levels
While Jackson Hole Mountain Resort offers tons of expert terrain, about 50 percent of the terrain is dedicated to intermediate and beginner slopes. Access to intermediate and beginner terrain is easy right from the base. With a variety of terrain available, there will be new trails for everyone in your group to explore and lots of family-friendly options for little ones.
![a skier makes their way down the mountain at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort](https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/groomer.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=8830c1225a2414b0fbb3f1b409a49236 320w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/groomer.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=716875d938f7f1526dd3a9cb56b15f42 540w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/groomer.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=571cdefb2584c57e4510e59e99377371 768w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/groomer.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1024&s=8c826737d3e553319007cc5c9b601a5c 1024w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/groomer.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1200&s=946e98391a323a6ada6366f686a716ec 1200w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/groomer.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1440&s=1233e45a797583557e05356a95721b5a 1440w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/groomer.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1920&s=d580020a914a2567b776d5ca4a6011b0 1920w)
3. Close to the Airport
We can’t say enough good things about Jackson Hole Airport. It is one of the only major airports located within the boundaries of a national park (Grand Teton National Park). The views upon takeoff and landing are just incredible and the airport provides a beautiful and friendly environment for travelers. The best part about flying into Jackson Hole is how close the airport is to the mountain. We’ve timed it and it takes 36 minutes door-to-door to get from the airport to Teton Village, where the ski resort is. The convenience of the airport makes it easy and stress-free to get your vacation started!
![an airplane landing at Jackson Hole Airport in Grand Teton National Park](https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/airplanes-fly-airport-20160226-as-8418.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=25.27%2045.84&q=80&w=320&s=1909c11d4c00b83fa0e2fc764c45d235 320w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/airplanes-fly-airport-20160226-as-8418.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=25.27%2045.84&q=80&w=540&s=ef468338bbcd4c7e8da43b00f027f9c1 540w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/airplanes-fly-airport-20160226-as-8418.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=25.27%2045.84&q=80&w=768&s=95c19144747444e6a0720ba1450f44b5 768w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/airplanes-fly-airport-20160226-as-8418.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=25.27%2045.84&q=80&w=1024&s=5918cb5b0b37d94400171fc5f0f16136 1024w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/airplanes-fly-airport-20160226-as-8418.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=25.27%2045.84&q=80&w=1200&s=43521ba5b484748a96c1ecb700fbe4d5 1200w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/airplanes-fly-airport-20160226-as-8418.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=25.27%2045.84&q=80&w=1440&s=c0220eae19551108fa28f9d40709480c 1440w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/airplanes-fly-airport-20160226-as-8418.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=25.27%2045.84&q=80&w=1920&s=9a26c9e89be349b3aa45662b7cb201cf 1920w)
4. Cowboy Powder
We get a ton of snow here in Wyoming and powder hounds know Jackson Hole is famous for its “cowboy powder.” The mountain’s laid back, un-crowded atmosphere means there’s always enough of the fresh fluffy white stuff for everyone. With record snowfalls so far this season, Jackson Hole is the perfect place to find fresh powder turns.
![a skier coming down the mountain as fresh snow surrounds blows around them at a Jackson Hole ski resort](https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/powder.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=47defe7eaf0b56d27bfe36ed1555ab59 320w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/powder.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=221fe6f23db79f1e4af434b21ce8e702 540w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/powder.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=ea1a537823a396e94e669ba3ad3fb071 768w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/powder.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1024&s=507b4a94ce227fd99709907340bb659a 1024w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/powder.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1200&s=ddbd67d0c93add3a6b698a065c3bb35f 1200w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/powder.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1440&s=2eb0c727e2ee640d0216bbb41c9863b6 1440w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/powder.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1920&s=06c5c03c8ae0968e12c0e2e96aae7e77 1920w)
5. Delicious Dining Options
On-mountain dining is so critical in rounding out your ski and snowboard experience and ensuring you’ve got enough energy to tear it up on the slopes. Jackson Hole’s got your taste buds covered with a range of on-mountain options from casual, family-friendly fare to upscale dining. Corbett’s Cabin at the top of the Tram is a must for hot, delicious waffles in the morning. Piste Mountain Bistro is another newer option at the top of Bridger Gondola, offering locally sourced ingredients. Shown below is the popular crispy salad from Piste Mountain Bistro.
![a colorful plate of salad from Piste Mountain Bistro](https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/pistepostimage4.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=ecd4bd57590be853e7b6bcc3af35e6f1 320w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/pistepostimage4.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=4c5122c9ba4398b63715333a663016b1 540w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/pistepostimage4.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=60a9c57225c324a4b63173695375d4c3 768w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/pistepostimage4.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1024&s=457a191013da7cb024ad1e46982099a4 1024w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/pistepostimage4.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1200&s=7873f66273c807c42da814a0c514a559 1200w)
6. The Sweetwater Gondola
The Sweetwater Gondola opened at the start of the 2016-17 winter season offering greater access to the Casper area of the mountain, including many intermediate and beginner trails. The Gondola provides a fast two-minute ride to mid-mountain in a covered conveyance, making it easy for skiers and snowboarders to access this terrain right from the base.
![the Sweetwater Gondola hovering above the mountain at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort](https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/gondi.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=032daae07fce04f472711b9ff928dc7d 320w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/gondi.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=6f590c5cc844bd876fb0d4bb9a5cb056 540w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/gondi.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=4c8e54ae591ec5d0d0c8559df80ae4d4 768w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/gondi.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1024&s=12ee7aaedcd0018f73753769a896bd76 1024w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/gondi.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1200&s=b598365938d16891769ab4b319ace2ee 1200w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/gondi.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1440&s=1551407e0fe277f222ebbc0a25388400 1440w, https://jhcr.imgix.net/images/gondi.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1920&s=f1cbaee1f17ca0d3b6d0a846eb2cc75a 1920w)
7. Great Après Scene
When you finish your last run of the day in Jackson Hole, that’s when the party truly gets started. The Mangy Moose right in Teton Village is a must for amazing food, drinks, and live music. Try the nachos! The Handle Bar at the Four Seasons Resort also offers a great après environment, right at the base of the gondolas. The Handle Bar’s patio offers views of the Tetons and cozy fire pits for staying toasty warm. If you head back to your accommodations in downtown Jackson, then you’ve got great options like The Silver Dollar Bar & Showroom at The Wort Hotel, Million Dollar Cowboy Bar, and Hayden’s Post at Snow King Resort at the base of Snow King Mountain for food and fun! The famous Silver Dollar Bar is pictured below.
50 North Glenwood Street
Jackson, WY 83001
400 E. Snow King Ave.
Jackson, Wy 83001
3395 Cody Lane
Teton Village, WY 83025
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