Full-Day Snowmobile Tour to Old Faithful & Lower Loop from Jackson Hole
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10–12 hours
Fitness Level
You should have moderate fitness—able to endure several hours on a snowmobile, short boardwalk walks, and quick photo hikes at high elevation.
Overview
Leave Jackson before sunrise and follow groomed winter corridors across Yellowstone’s Lower Loop to Old Faithful. This long, guided snowmobile run covers about 90 miles round trip and delivers geysers, painted hot springs, and high-elevation winter wildlife in one packed day.
Full-Day Snowmobile Tour to Old Faithful & Lower Loop from Jackson Hole
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The day begins before dawn in Jackson: headlamps blink against the cold, guides check sleds and breath fogs the air as the van pulls away. By the time you break the town’s ring of shadow, a pale wash of morning light has already started to gild the ridgelines. For the next 10–12 hours you’ll follow groomed winter corridors across the southern flank of Yellowstone’s Lower Loop—about 90 miles round trip—through forests powdered in fresh snow, past steams of geothermal steam that dare you closer with their heat.
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Adventure Tips
Dress in insulated layers
Temperatures and wind chill vary widely; wear a warm base layer, insulated midlayer, and a windproof outer shell for the entire day.
Bring a valid driver's license
All drivers must present a valid driver's license at check-in to operate a snowmobile.
Protect cameras and batteries from the cold
Keep spare batteries in an inner pocket and bring a weather-sealed case or dry bag for electronics.
Respect thermal features and wildlife
Stay on boardwalks and groomed routes—thermal areas are unstable and animals need space, especially in winter.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bison
- Elk
History
Yellowstone became the world’s first national park in 1872; Old Faithful earned its name in the 1870s for its reliable eruptions and has been a winter icon ever since.
Conservation
Winter access is restricted to protect wildlife and thermal features—stay on groomed routes, pack out waste, and follow guide instructions to minimize impact.
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Recommended Gear
Insulated, waterproof outer shell
Windproof jacket and pants block cold and snow on long sled stretches.
winter specific
Goggles or glacier sunglasses
Protect eyes from wind, glare and blowing snow at higher speeds.
winter specific
Warm gloves and liner gloves
Layered glove system keeps hands warm while allowing dexterity for controls and camera use.
winter specific
Waterproof winter boots with traction
Warm, grippy boots are needed for walking on snowy boardwalks and icy parking areas.
winter specific