Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
Teton Village, WY 83025
Phone: (307) 733-2292
- Hours:
- Daily 9am-4pm
Editorial Review for Jackson Hole Mountain Resort – by Eric Rorer
The Scene
Jackson Hole doesn't quite have the cache of Vail, Aspen or the country's other superstar ski resorts, but it should. In terms of snow quality, sheer vertical distance and scenery, American skiing just doesn't get any better. The only thing that keeps Jackson Hole from achieving superstar status is its remote location. The closest major cities are Salt Lake City and Denver, both of which are several hundred miles away, and both of which have no shortage of superb skiing in close proximity.
The Slopes
Like Idaho's Sun Valley, Jackson Hole is set up on a two-mountain system with one peak devoted to novice and intermediate skiers, and the other devoted to intermediate and advanced skiers. This is a good system because it keeps the beginners out of the way of the advanced skiers, and it gives the novices a low-pressure environment for learning.
Vital Stats
Vertical drop: 4,139 feet
Base elevation: 6,311 feet
Top elevation: 10,450 feet
Lifts: 12
Skiable acres: 2,500
Beginner terrain: 10 percent
Intermediate terrain: 40 percent
Advanced terrain: 50 percent
Snowboarding: Yes
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoThe 4,139-foot vertical drop on Rendezvous Mountain, the advanced mountain, is the longest in America.
Look GoodOur guide to what to do, where to eat and where to stay while you're in Jackson Hole.
User Reviews for Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
11/21/2006 Posted by twig3721
Jackson Hole is amazing. That's all there is to it. JHMR itself has the best in the US hands down. The snow, terrain, and scenery are awesome. All the staff and locals are very friendly and helpful, always happy to share ski tips and the best powder spots. There's a great kids' program and terrain for almost every level of skiier. Not to mention, there are 3 other ski areas within a 2 hour drive (Snow King, White Pine, and Grand Targhee) to give you different terrain styles and snow. Jackson is a great town, with lots of Old West atmosphere and fun activities. Yellowstone is only a 3 hour drive, and Jackson Hole is right on the edge of Bridger-Teton National Forrest and Grand Teton National Park. All in all, Jackson Hole is an amazing vacation package that's underrated because of its remote location and lack of nightlife.
Pros: Great Atmosphere, Lack of Crowds (Except near Christmas), Scenery, Snow
Cons: Hard to travel to
01/20/2006 Posted by wyopaddler
The only bad thing about Jackson Hole is the lift lines keep getting longer every year, and they are starting to approach Colorado's lines on big powder days. Don't come here if you want to ski/board miles of groomed runs, because they're not to be found. If you can't handle the deep powder, the trees, the steeps, the cliff bands, the out-of-bounds, you're gonna be left sitting in the lodge or get bored on the few groomers fast. There is ENDLESS amazing terrain, it's just not for you fashion bunnies. If you like Whistler or Crested Butte, you might be able to handle it here. Otherwise, stick to Summit County, CO and leave this place to the faithful.
Pros: Terrain/Open Gates, Snow Quality, Remoteness
Cons: Tram Lines, Cold, Tourists
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