Jackson Hole Mountain Resort ski resort
Ikon Pass
$225/day

North America

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort

Wyoming, United States4.8editor's rating

Jackson Hole is North America's premier big-mountain resort, famous for its steep, challenging terrain and a continuous 4,139-foot vertical drop served by the iconic 100-passenger Aerial Tram. With 50% expert terrain, legendary couloirs like Corbet's, deep snowfall, and easy access to backcountry gates, it draws advanced and expert skiers from around the world.

Lift Ticket
$225/day
Vertical Drop
4,139 ft
Skiable Area
2,500 acres
Annual Snowfall
459"
Best For
Experts & Big-Mountain Terrain

Terrain Breakdown

Beginner 10% Intermediate 40% Advanced 50%

Mountain Stats

Base Elevation
6,311 ft
Summit Elevation
10,450 ft
Vertical Drop
4,139 ft
Skiable Area
2,500 acres
Lifts
16
Runs
131
Annual Snowfall
459"
Season
Late November – Mid-April
Pass
Ikon Pass
Night Skiing
No
Terrain Parks
Yes
Nearest Town
Teton Village, WY

Highlights

Iconic 100-passenger Aerial Tram to 10,450 ft Rendezvous summit4,139 ft of continuous vertical drop, among the most in the USCorbet's Couloir - the most famous expert run in North America459 inches of average annual snowfallExtensive backcountry access gates for big-mountain terrain50% expert terrain in the dramatic Teton Range

Pros

  • World-class steep and expert terrain unmatched in North America
  • Deep, consistent snowfall averaging over 450 inches a year
  • Huge sustained vertical accessed quickly via the Aerial Tram
  • Easy lift-served access to legitimate sidecountry and backcountry
  • Charming Teton Village base with proximity to Grand Teton National Park

Cons

  • Limited beginner terrain - only ~10% is rated easiest
  • Tram and upper-mountain lines can be very long on powder days
  • Wind holds and weather frequently close the tram and upper terrain
  • Remote location with expensive flights and lodging in Jackson

Photo: Enricokamasa / Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)

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