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Pristine powder, uncrowded slopes and a wide range of terrain make these smaller ski areas and resorts worthy alternatives to Jackson Hole. GRAND TARGHEE RESORT Just 42 miles from Jackson, Grand Targhee offers 2,602 skiable acres near Alta with five lifts and more than 500 inches of annual snowfall. Other activities at the resort include snowcat skiing, Nordic skiing, fat biking and tubing. Where to Stay & Après Book slope-side lodging at Grand Targhee or opt for a townhome, condo or vacation home rental in Teton Valley. Branding Iron and Trap Bar & Grill are fabulous places at the resort to pair a beer with yummy eats after a day on the snow. WHITE PINE RESORT Wyoming’s oldest ski area has satisfied avid powder hounds with 350 acres of terrain near Pinedale since 1940. Snowshoe on the resort’s Nordic trails for uninterrupted views of the Continental Divide and Wind River Range. Where to Stay & Après White Pine’s onsite cabins, equipped with kitchens and fireplaces, are within walking distance of the slopes. Wet your whistle in Pinedale at the Cowboy Bar or Wind River Brewing Company. PINE CREEK SKI AREA 30 diverse runs, 1,450 vertical feet and short lift lines make Pine Creek a local favorite near Cokeville in western Wyoming. Don’t miss the End of Season Party in mid-March, when costumed daredevils race down the mountain in homemade cardboard contraptions to skim across an icy pond. Where to Stay & Après Book accommodations in Kemmerer about 50 miles away and relax at casual watering holes like Grumpies or Stock Exchange Bar. SNOWY RANGE SKI RESORT Located west of Laramie, Snowy Range has 250 skiable acres, 245 inches of annual snowfall and two terrain parks. Snow bunnies can master the fundamentals in the resort’s small group classes, which are great for kids and adults. Where to Stay & Après Choose from several places to stay, including comfy yet affordable motels and hotels, in Laramie, where you’ll also find friendly locals and satisfying pub grub at eateries like Jacques 3rd Street Bar & Grill and Front Street Tavern. SLEEPING GIANT This ski hill with 184 acres of terrain and a 6,619-foot vertical drop is three miles from Yellowstone. Offerings include lessons for all ages and the Ski and Shred Like a Girl Program, when ladies of all skill levels learn from guest girl guides. Where to Stay & Après About 49 miles away, Cody has everything from historic hotels and bed and breakfasts to budget motels and vacation rentals. Try Juniper Bar or Silver Dollar Bar for soul-warming drinks. HOGADON BASIN SKI AREA Situated atop Casper Mountain outside of Casper, Hogadon has 60 acres of groomed slopes and 15 miles of Nordic trails. Beginners should consider the all-inclusive learning package at the snow sports school, which includes rentals, a two-hour lesson and a lift ticket. Where to Stay & Après Casper has hotels and lodges to suit any budget and many dining options. Grab a burger and a brew at Frosty’s Bar & Grill or try one of the tasty cocktails on the menu at Vintage Fine Wine and Martini Bar.
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