A Historic Start to Winter at Jackson Hole
Less than two weeks into the season and we're already in the powder vortex, with nearly four feet of fresh flakes stacking up in the Tetons since Dec. 1, much to the delight of skiers and riders who call our mountain home. It's been a historic opening: pre-season snow coverage allowed us to open five lifts on Opening Day, Nov. 25; and then on Saturday, Dec. 3, we opened the Aerial Tram for the season--on a bluebird powder day no less! To put this start into context, we compiled historical snowfall data:
|
2022 |
Historical Average |
Highest Year |
|
158” Total Snow |
98” Total Snow |
157” (2010) |
|
60” Base |
40” Base |
71” (1985) |
With well-above-average conditions and more snow slated to smack Rendezvous Mountain this weekend and next week, we are overjoyed at the multitude of terrain and lift options: 9/13 lifts and 66/131 trails are available--and that's without our brand-new Thunder Lift.
Locals and visiting guests alike are raving about walk-on trams, thanks in part to our advance reservation and daily lift ticket capacity measures, as well as the timing of all this snow! Powdery conditions in Rendezvous Bowl and the rest of the upper mountain are abundant; light-to-medium density snow has created prime conditions for crisp groomer skiing, too, helping set the stage for what we hope will continue to be a deep winter. Check out photos from the season so far below!
Thunder Lift Opens Dec. 10
Our brand-new Thunder Lift will commence operations on Dec. 10. Then on Dec. 17, we will have a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony. We can't wait to spin some laps with you all!
Photos by Amy Jimmerson, Keegan Rice, and Jackson Hole Mountain Resort.
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Half-Off Early Season Group Lessons
Ahhhh.. early season skiing. Soft snow, low-angle sun, small crowds; the anticipation of the long season ahead. In the lift maze, you look to your right--and then to your left--and you know you are among your kind. You all share the passion: waiting through the fall for the snow to fly and the lifts to spin. Gathering at pre-season ski swaps and seeing your best ski partners at the local ski fitness class. For every skier and rider, it is a seasonal rite of passage. It just doesn’t get any better. Or does it…
Thunder: The Next Era
The next era for Thunder. The new lift is 2X the speed of the old with a ride time of just 3.5 minutes, helping you maximize your time on-snow.
Opening Day Recap
We are officially OPEN for the winter 2022/23 season! Guests enjoyed bluebird, sunny skies and plenty of fresh corduroy and soft snow to kick off our favorite time of year. Take a photo tour below!
Beyond Boundaries: Jackson Hole Backcountry Guides
Get ready to create life-long memories at Jackson Hole this winter. Exit the Resort through the boundary gates and ski or ride into a world where your wildest dreams come true. Ditch your perception of a typical resort experience--how does an early Tram ride sound?--and let our expert Backcountry Guides steer you towards shimmering fields of untouched powder, immersive tree-skiing, or adrenaline-pumping big-mountain lines. You might not remember every backcountry adventure, but you'll definitely remember your first one.