Snowshoeing

Hiking doesn’t stop when snow starts.

Snowshoes give you the freedom to explore the snow-covered landscape in Jackson Hole—and there’s no need for a lift or trail grooming.

Step into a pair of snowshoes and experience winter’s stark silence the same way the first tourist to Jackson Hole did more than 200 years ago. John Colter used snowshoes to explore this area after he left the Lewis and Clark Expedition in the winter of 1807–08. Snowshoes remain one of the best ways to connect with Jackson Hole today (and amazingly, they aren’t fundamentally different from the ones Colter used). They’re also one of the easiest ways to enjoy our winter landscape—just strap them on and start walking.

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Between early January and early March, you can take a 2-hour snowshoe tour with an interpretive ranger in Grand Teton National Park. Learn about snow science, wildlife, geology, and ecology while exploring the park on historic wooden snowshoes, some of which date to the 1940s. Reservations are required and accepted beginning December 1 and can be made by calling (307) 739-3399.

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Outdoor gear can be expensive and not all that sustainable if it sits in the garage or a closet most of the year. Renting equipment at a local shop like Teton Backcountry Rentals is easy and reliable, but you might also consider local snowboarding legend Travis Rice’s Sendy app, an online marketplace and gear hub that lets individual users buy, sell, and rent adventure sports equipment. Kit Lender is another online winter clothing rental service that ships equipment to wherever you’re going. Headwall Sports in Jackson is a well-stocked outdoor gear consignment store where you can outfit your crew with lightly used, high-quality local finds all year round.

The easiest way to take care of yourself in Jackson Hole is to stay hydrated. You can get dehydrated at any elevation, but it’s particularly easy to do at higher elevations. Being active in the mountain sun and wind can exacerbate dehydration. Dehydration can range from a dry mouth to a much more serious problem. Every summer, the Teton County Search and Rescue team responds to several rescues from dehydrated adventurers. How much water you should drink depends on your weight and activity level, but aim for 4 liters a day. If you’re active or drink a lot of caffeine and alcohol, drink more water. Extra credit for adding electrolytes to your water.

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Like many winter sports, snowshoeing calls for dressing in layers. Going uphill can get hot, but then downhill can be cold. If possible, wear a couple of lightweight jackets instead of one heavy jacket and then take them off and put them on as your temperature changes. Two items you’ll likely need the entire time are a hat and gloves. Carry the layers you shed in a backpack along with water and, to be safe, more food than you think you’ll need.

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