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Grand Targhee Resort Resort Guide
Opens November 20, 2026
Best months to book: February, April, March · last season + 30-yr record
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Opens Nov 20
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 28
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Past 48 Hours
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Past 10 Days
14cm
7-Day Forecast
16cm
Snow Depth
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Grand Targhee Resort is located in Alta, Wyoming, nestled on the western slope of the Tetons. The resort features expansive skiable terrain renowned for deep powder, a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, and a variety of winter activities both on and off the slopes. Key amenities include slopeside lodging, multiple dining options, a mountain sports school, and family-friendly programs such as free lift tickets for children with qualifying lodging. Grand Targhee stands out for its consistent snowfall, uncrowded slopes, and authentic mountain experience.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Grand Targhee Resort
Lifts
6
Skiable area
2602 ac
Longest run
4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Share of terrain by difficulty
- Beginner21% of terrain
- Intermediate38% of terrain
- Advanced30% of terrain
- Expert11% of terrain
Lift fleet
- High-speed 61
- High-speed quad2
- Quad chair2
- Surface lift1
Resort Info
Season dates
Opened by Thanksgiving 7 of 9 seasons on record · last miss 2025-26
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Trap Bar & Grill – A classic après-ski spot at Grand Targhee Resort, the Trap Bar & Grill is celebrated for its laid-back vibe, live music, hearty pub fare, and welcoming atmosphere, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 11:02 PM UTC
39cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-11%
vs 5-Year Avg
44cm avg by now
+26%
vs 30-Year Avg
31cm avg by now
44cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 39.1 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~39.2 cm. That's 11% below the 5-year average (44 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 26% above the 30-year average (31 cm).
Grand Targhee Resort Season Snowfall
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Grand Targhee Resort Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 470cm with an average of 98 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 19% above this average (561cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 57cm | 11 days | 32cm | 55cm | 12cm |
| December | 75cm | 15 days | 77cm | 107cm | 12cm |
| January | 71cm | 14 days | 114cm | 138cm | 13cm |
| February | 67cm | 14 days | 135cm | 153cm | 11cm |
| March | 65cm | 14 days | 148cm | 167cm | 11cm |
| April | 57cm | 13 days | 151cm | 167cm | 10cm |
| May | 29cm | 7 days | 122cm | 150cm | 8cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
49 days scored, from 22 Feb
55
Best Day
22 Feb
2
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
3
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 5522 Feb
- 5026 Feb7cm
- 4925 Feb12cm
March 2026
- 4911 Mar4cm
- 487 Mar2cm
- 446 Mar6cm
April 2026
- 474 Apr4cm
- 452 Apr4cm
- 453 Apr9cm
February scored highest for Grand Targhee Resort in 2025-26. Based on 49 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
1 tracked seasonLast completed season(2025-26)
129 days
Dec 5, 2025 → Apr 12, 2026
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 20, 2026
Through Apr 12, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Grand Targhee Resort
- Where is Grand Targhee Resort?
- Grand Targhee Resort is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Grand Targhee Resort?
- Grand Targhee Resort runs from a base elevation of 2,393 m (7,851 ft) to a summit of 3,006 m (9,862 ft), giving a vertical drop of 613 m (2,011 ft).
- How big is Grand Targhee Resort?
- Grand Targhee Resort has 2,602 acres (1,053 hectares) of skiable terrain, 95 marked runs and 6 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Grand Targhee Resort?
- Grand Targhee Resort is on the Mountain Collective. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Grand Targhee Resort?
- Grand Targhee Resort typically operates from November to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Grand Targhee Resort get in a typical season?
- Grand Targhee Resort averages 500 inches / 1270 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
