Travel to Grand Targhee, Wyoming
Being only an hour and fifteen minutes away, my plan is to drive to Grand Targhee Resort directly from Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Being so close, Grand Targhee shares many of the travel options as well as other things to do to as Jackson Hole, so some of what is below may look familiar.
Fly into Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) and drive 48 miles to the resort. This is the most convenient option, as there are direct flights from many major cities. There are direct flights to JAC from 13 major US cities, including Denver, Salt Lake City, Chicago, Minneapolis, and Seattle. Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Airlines and American Airlines all offer flights.
Or you can fly into Idaho Falls Airport (IDA) and drive 86 miles to the resort. This is a less expensive option, but the drive is longer.
Amtrak does not offer service to Grand Targhee Resort directly, but you can take a train to Salt Lake City and then transfer to a bus or shuttle or rent a car to get to Grand Targhee Resort.
There are several Shuttle Services that offer transport to Grand Targhee Resort from major cities in the western United States. This is a convenient option if you are traveling with a group or if you want to avoid the hassle of driving.
Grand Targhee Mountain Info
Total Acreage: 2,602
Annual Average Snowfall: 500+ inches/41+ feet
Number of Lifts: 6
Fred’s Mountain Elevation: 9,862′
Fred’s Mountain Vertical Drop: 2,176′
Longest run at the resort: 2.7 miles (Teton Vista Traverse)
Mary’s Nipple Elevation: 9,920′
Peaked Mountain Elevation: 9,830′
Peaked Mountain Vertical Drop: 2,180′
Targhee Main Plaza Base Elevation: 7,860′
Sacajawea Lift Base Elevation: 7,650′
Colter Lift Base Elevation: 8,015′
Blackfoot Lift Base Elevation: 8,080′
High Speed Six Person Chair Lift: 1
High Speed Four Person Chair Lifts: 2
Four Person Chair Lifts: 2
Conveyor Lift: 1
FYI: Grand Targhee has restrooms at the top of the Sacajawea Lift and the base of the Blackfoot Lift, but there are no on mountain lodges. Food & drink as well as shelter and restrooms can be found at the Targhee Main Plaza base lodge area.
2024: Last year the night before I visited Grand Targhee Resort, it snowed over 16 inches. So, my first day at the Ghee fresh pow was the thing. Too bad for me I’m not that good at skiing fresh deep powder, and I nearly killed myself trying!
The next day I was so beat up I could barely ski. I’m hoping next year I’ll get lucky and there will be fresh snow the day before I come, but the snow will stop in the afternoon so the groomers can work all night. I love freshly groomed ski runs in the morning, Yeehaw!
Prior to 2024: I’ve been skiing at Grand Targhee only once back in the early 90s. On that trip I had been skiing at Sun Valley with my brother Dave and Barney bumming vouchers off them, but they had to get back to work on a job that couldn’t wait.
That’s when Dave suggested I drive over to Driggs, Idaho and go skiing at Grand Targhee. At the time Grand Targhee’s lift tickets cost less than half of what Sun Valley’s cost so I did it. To be honest though, I can barely remember skiing at Grand Targhee. I do remember the town of Driggs being very small…
Grand Targhee Lodging
GrandTarghee.com says: Our slopeside “ski-in/ski-out” lodging places friends and families in a stunning setting on the western slope of Wyoming’s glorious Teton Range. The resort’s comfortable, cozy rooms, suites, and lofts provide options for families, small groups, couples, and solo travelers.
Staying in our slopeside lodging offers easy access to our chairlifts and that famous Teton powder, along with Nordic skiing trails, and hiking/mountain biking trails in the summer. Enjoy numerous amenities, including dining, apres, shopping, ski & bike demo/rentals, mountain activities, outdoor pool, and hot tub. Come disconnect, play outside, and take in the breathtaking views of the tallest peaks in the Teton range.
Driggs, Idaho is the closest town to Grand Targhee Resort and has several lodging options to fit almost every budget. That’s where I will be staying!
Grand Targhee Food & Drink
GrandTarghee.com says: On the west side of the Tetons, you’ll find a variety of great dining options all year long. Whether you are fueling up for a big day on the hill, taking a midday break from the mountain, or celebrating with the whole family, you’ll find delicious food here at the Ghee.
Taste the very best of the Teton Valley, with restaurants, cafes, and breweries waiting to be discovered. There’s no shortage of delicious fare around these parts, so take a gander and head on down. Learn more here!
Grand Targhee Tickets & Passes
GrandTarghee.com says: Enjoy unlimited skiing and snowboarding at the Ghee during the 2024/2025 winter season. Targhee provides over 2,600 ski-able acres and a wide variety of terrain including fall line skiing, open glades, wide open groomers, and tight trees.
Grand Targhee is once again a Mountain Collective Pass member for the 2024-2025 ski season. No Reservations needed.
Grand Targhee Other Info & Stuff to Do!
Hot Springs: Relax in one of the many local hot springs nearby, like the Green Canyon Hot Springs or Heise Hot Springs.
Fat Biking: Rent a fat bike with large, wide tires designed for winter weather, and explore the area’s trails. Grand Targhee Resort was the first ski resort in the United States to embrace and endorse winter fat bikes on their Winter Sports Trail System. In Alta, Wyoming, biking is a year-round sport, and fat bikers enjoy access to over 9 miles of groomed Nordic track and over 6 miles of single-track trails.
Snowshoeing: Explore the beautiful snow-covered trails of the surrounding area on snowshoes. It’s a great way to see the natural beauty and wildlife of the region.
Get a Message: On vacation and want to relax? Feeling a bit tight after a day on the trails? Whether you need stress reduction, sports or deep tissue massage, CBD or aromatherapy, we’ve got you covered. Onward Body Therapies is offering massage services at Grand Targhee. Book a 30, 60, 90 or 120 minute massage and enjoy some relaxation, slopeside.
