Grand Targhee Nordic Center • (Teton Valley Idaho) East of Alta Wyoming you can find wildlife, mountains, pure air,
groomed tracks and fresh powder come together and make for a cross-country
mecca.
Our comprehensive
Nordic program provides many opportunities to explore the Tetons
including lessons for every level. Our 15 kilometers of professionally
groomed trails wind through wooded glades and scenic meadows.
All trails accommodate both skating and classic cross-country
skiing. The unspoiled beauty of this region is not to be missed!
Harriman State Park • (Island Park Idaho) Harriman State Park is located 20 miles north of Ashton on Highway
20. There is a total of 21 miles of trails, and 10 of those are
groomed, providing opportunities for all levels of skiing. Harriman
is a wintering ground for the majestic trumpeter swan and is home
to many other animals. A warming shelter and restrooms are provided
at the trailhead. The $3 entrance fee is waived if you have a
Park N' Ski permit on your vehicle.
Fall River Ridge • (Island Park Idaho) The Fall River Ridge Park N' Ski area is located 10 miles east
of Ashton on the Cave Falls Road. The various loops are suitable
for beginner and intermediate use. The terrain consists of rolling
hills dotted with meadows, and stands of lodgepole pine and aspen
trees. A small plowed parking area is provided and is shared by
snowmobilers and skiers. They also share one mile of trail. Nearly
seven miles of trails make up this area, which is groomed periodically
when funding and weather conditions permit.
Bear Gulch/Mesa Falls • (Island Park Idaho) This ski area is located seven miles northeast of Ashton on Mesa
Falls Forest Highway 47. The trail parallels the snowmobile
trail out to the spectacular Lower and Upper Mesa Falls.
The trail then branches away from the snowmobile trail and
travels along the canyon rim, then returns to the trailhead.
This trail is recommended for intermediate and advanced skiers
because of the steep climb in the first mile. The trail is
nearly nine miles long and is groomed periodically when funding
and weather conditions permit.
Brimstone/Buffalo River • (Island Park Idaho) The Brimstone trail is located one-quarter mile north of the Island
Park Ranger Station on Highway 20 near Ponds Lodge Resort. The
terrain varies from gentle grades to downhill runs through tree
groves. The nine miles of trail offer scenic views of the Island
Park Reservoir, Box Canyon, and Buffalo River. The trail provides
opportunities for all levels of skiing ability. The Buffalo River
trail is 2.6 miles long, starting at the Island Park Ranger Station
and winding along the Buffalo River through forests of lodgepole
pine. The trail's gentle grade provides an excellent opportunity
for beginners to polish their skills. Both trails are groomed
periodically when funding and weather conditions permit.
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