Jackson Hole Wyoming is a valley in Wyoming with a number of great attractions, including a ski resort, places to camp and more. Jackson Hole Wyoming is one of the best skiing destinations in the United States, with more year-round powder than most mountains and a number of great resorts to stay at while you enjoy your Jackson Hole Wyoming ski vacation. Nicknamed "The Big One", Jackson Hole Wyoming ski mountain draws travelers from around the United States and often from around the world for the exquisite powder of Jackson Hole skiing.

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort features steep terrain, deep powder, and numerous backcountry acres. There are open bowls and a variety of well groomed runs available for beginners and intermediates. Travelers who plan to ski in Jackson Hole Wyoming or stay in the village should note that the weather in town and on the lifts can be different than many other resorts located in wet climates. The Teton Range surrounds the Jackson Hole Wyoming valley and works to block wind chill and keep the sky clear of clouds. As such, the nights are also extremely cold, to anyone planning to spend the night out in the Jackson Hole ski resort having dinner or a drink will want to be sure and bundle up tightly.

The Jackson Hole Wyoming resort town is one of the best of its kind along the Rocky Mountains. Great restaurants, friendly local character and a lingering feeling of being in the Old West make the area an attractive place for visitors. Jackson hotels offer classy ski condos and budget accommodation. The busy season is definitely the winter, so if you plan to stay or ski during this time, be sure to book as far out as possible. The area does fill up during the Jackson Hole skiing season.

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To find the best deals on a Jackson Hole flight and to ensure that you are able to get the best flight times, try to book your Jackson Hole flight well in advance of your trip. Packaging a Jackson Hole ski trip with a resort stay is a good way to get a better price on your lift ticket and your hotel rate. Some Jackson Hole resorts are all-inclusive, meaning that meals will also be included with your Jackson Hole hotel room rate.

Just a quick drive from Jackson Hole will take travelers to the Grand Targhee Resort. Grand Targhee offers two ski able mountains, with 2000 acres of terrain which is all accessible by chairlifts. Grand Targhee Mountain experiences an average of over 500 inches of snowfall each year, with the dry air creating some of the best powder in the region. Be sure to bring along your powder skis and be prepared for the powder mist and high elevation Jackson Hole skiing.

In general, skiers and snowboarders should note that extreme powder skiing is different in some ways than the hard packed snow most northern resorts in the west and east experience. Powder skiing is often complemented by wider "powder skis", which help skiers to float a bit more atop the powder. Face gators are also a good idea when powder skiing to avoid the inhalation of snow. Powder often creates a snow spray which can be annoying to inhale over the course of a full day of skiing. Be sure to dress warm and wear appropriate mountain gear.