Outside The Gate
With a wrap on one of the snowiest years on record, many would surmise the ski season is over. But for those enlightened few, we know that is entirely untrue. The Aerial Tram opened for summer operations May 20th, and brings with it the return of the spring ski season for those adventurous few.
Ascending rapidly, the Aerial Tram crests over the valley, views stretching boundlessly in nearly every direction. A quick stop by Corbet's Cabin, with Nutella waffle in hand, we walk out the gate, strap up, and start to ascend! The task can be laborious -the ups always are. The breath-altering toll is nearly forgotten, as the summit emerges, just above the horizon.
Dopamine levels start to dance their summit salsa as the anticipation of skiing, shimmers white in front of your eyes. Standing on top I envision my line -a left and then a right, that’s how it will go.
I point my skis straight. The wind rises up to meet me –howling deep in my ear, tugging relentlessly at the ends of the strands of my hair. As I carve my line across the slushy mountain face, the snow sings its sweet song, and that familiar freeing feeling starts to take its iron grip. I howl to the sky, what a way to feel alive. And then all too soon before it’s really begun, I’m at the bottom. The wind dies away and all that remains is that stupid grin plasters across my face.
Now the debate rages inside, as I strap on my skins – Will I do it once again?
Jackson winter bounty will enable skiing for at least the next two weeks. Best to go early, as the snow gets very sticky. There are plenty of hazards as the coverage continues to melt. Hiking/skinning will be mandatory regardless of what missions you are trying to ski, so make sure you prepare accordingly. There are two options: you can hike back to the Aerial Tram and ride it down or you can ski ¾ down the mountain via Rock Springs and hike back to the base. Although skiing down may seem more inviting the easiest way back is via the Aerial Tram. As someone who skied out (hiking several miles in ski boots), I would highly recommend the Aerial Tram ride.
Looking into Cody
The hike up
Climbing in ski boots
Scaling the rocks
The LONG (unrecommended ) hike out
Powder 8s
Brandon the extraordinary photographer
The lineup
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From The Blog
Snowiest Winter Ever at Jackson Hole
That's a wrap for the record-setting 2022-23 winter season at Jackson Hole. 595" of snow fell making this winter the snowiest, deepest ever recorded in Rendezvous Bowl! These past months have raced by, fueled by fresh flakes cascading onto our slopes and ample time sliding on snow. The "Teton trickle" felt more like a firehose at times, and the sun was most-elusive. March was miraculous and we though it best to put how absurdly snowy last month was into perspective (read more).
Your Home Base for Adventure
Whether visiting Jackson Hole for a weekend or for a month, you'll want to spend less time planning and more time out enjoying what you came for. Jackson Hole Resort Lodging gives you the best of both worlds, with all the freedom and privacy of a vacation rental but the support and service of a hotel.
Spring in Jackson Hole
As the spring snow melts, the valley and mountains turn bright green blooming with wildflowers and active wildlife. Grant Teton and Yellowstone National Parks will soon be swarmed with tourists, but in the early summer, they open peacefully welcoming locals and visitors alike that seek to make the most of this magical time.