Yellowstone Snowshoe Adventure from Jackson Hole: Winter Wildlife & Waterfalls
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 hours (including transport)
Fitness Level
Suitable for most active families and recreational hikers; expect sustained walking on snow for several hours.
Overview
Leave the hotels of Jackson before dawn and trade valley views for silent snowfields and wide wildlife country. This full‑day private snowshoe from Jackson Hole brings you into winter Yellowstone with expert guides, spotting scopes, and a picnic lunch.
Yellowstone Snowshoe Adventure from Jackson Hole: Winter Wildlife & Waterfalls
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The bus eases out of Jackson before dawn and the valley exhales frosty breath; cottonwoods rimmed with rime lean away from the road as the Tetons recede. By the time you pass through Teton Pass and cross into the high sage and lodgepole pines of Island Park, the world has been pared down to snow, sky, and the sharp sound of your own boots on packed trail. Your guide unfolds a map, but the plan is flexible: today the park’s winter routes shape to conditions, the snowshoe route chosen for wildlife sign, waterfall access, and solitude.
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Adventure Tips
Dress in layers
Temperatures swing—use moisture-wicking baselayers, an insulated midlayer, and a waterproof outer shell for wind and snow.
Protect your eyes
Bring polarized sunglasses or goggles; glare off snow and steam can be intense even on overcast days.
Use the provided scopes
Guides bring UHD binoculars and spotting scopes—use them before moving closer to animals to avoid disturbing wildlife.
Warm, insulated footwear
Waterproof, insulated boots and gaiters keep feet dry during deep snow sections; traction is more important than fashion.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Elk
- Bison
History
Yellowstone sits atop a volcanic hotspot whose eruptions and glacial action shaped valleys and plateaus long used by Shoshone and Bannock peoples before park designation in 1872.
Conservation
Winter access concentrates visitors in certain corridors—follow guides’ directions, pack out all waste, and keep distance from animals to reduce stress on wintering wildlife.
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Recommended Gear
Insulated waterproof boots
Keeps feet warm and dry during extended time on snow and around meltwater.
winter specific
Trekking poles with snow baskets
Improves balance on variable snow and helps conserve energy on ascents and descents.
winter specific
Layered clothing system
Adjustable layers prevent overheating during exertion and retain warmth when you stop.
winter specific
Polarized sunglasses & sunscreen
Reduces glare from snow and protects skin from reflected UV rays.
winter specific