Nestled in Western Wyoming, Jackson Hole Mountain resort stands at 10,450 feet and serves up some of North America's most legendary terrain. Just 12 miles outside the town of Jackson, it's best known for rowdy ski lines, hardcore locals and some of the most satisfying powder days you'll ever have in your life.
Summit
10,450ft
Vertical
4,139ft
Terrain
2,500acres
Snowfall
459in/yr
Lifts
16
Runs
131
Terrain Parks
3
Base Elevation
6,311ft
Nestled in Western Wyoming, Jackson Hole Mountain resort stands at 10,450 feet and serves up some of North America's most legendary terrain. Just 12 miles outside the town of Jackson, it's best known for rowdy ski lines, hardcore locals and some of the most satisfying powder days you'll ever have in your life.
Minimal lift lines allow you to pack more runs into every day and the backcountry access is the best in the lower 48, with multiple gates granting entry to the seemingly endless terrain that the Teton Range has to offer. Off the hill, you can choose to stay at the base of the resort (Teton Village) or in the town of Jackson itself. Each offers an array of bars, restaurants and lodging options. And finally, the proximity to Grand Teton National Parks offers unparalleled opportunities for winter exploration.
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Minimal lift lines allow you to pack more runs into every day and the backcountry access is the best in the lower 48, with multiple gates granting entry to the seemingly endless terrain that the Teton Range has to offer. Off the hill, you can choose to stay at the base of the resort (Teton Village) or in the town of Jackson itself. Each offers an array of bars, restaurants and lodging options. And finally, the proximity to Grand Teton National Parks offers unparalleled opportunities for winter exploration.
To ensure your trip to Jackson comes to fruition, start planning now. Sitting on the Western border of Wyoming, the iconic destination is drivable for those in surrounding states and easily reached by air for skiers who reside a bit further away. Click on the links below to check out lift ticket and lodging options and scroll down for more info on travel.
The Jackson Hole Airport (JAC), located just 15 minutes from downtown Jackson. It’s served by major airlines including American, Delta, United, and Alaska Airlines, with direct flights from cities like Denver, Los Angeles, Dallas, Chicago, Atlanta, and New York. From the airport, you can easily catch a ride into town via taxi, car rental or shuttle. If you want to hit the road to Jackson, it's about a 5-hour drive from Salt Lake City or 8 hours from Denver.
Once in town, local buses provided by START (Southern Teton Area Rapid Transit) offer easy travel around town and connecting the town of Jackson with Teton Village and Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (about 20 minutes away). Teh resort offers paid parking options at the village, but free parking is also available at the Stilson lot ( 7 miles away) with free shuttle transport to the hill. Carpooling is encouraged, and designated EV charging stations are available in both the Ranch and Village Lots, providing free charging for electric vehicle owners.
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