Visitors looking to explore the western United States, in particular the acclaimed Yellowstone-Teton region, will likely find themselves sorting through mounds of glossy brochures. As confusion mounts and decision making time draws near, visitors should look no further than Teton Springs Lodge & Spa! Located only 25 minutes from the town of Jackson, Wyoming, the Lodge is located in the picturesque town of Victor, Idaho, where nearby rivers converge and mountains cradle the lovely village known as Teton Springs Resort.

Teton Springs Lodge & Spa opened in December 2007 and raised the bar on accommodations, not just in the in Teton Mountains, but for all of eastern Idaho. The Lodge offers 52 casually elegant guest rooms and one and two bedroom suites and also 3, 4 and 5 bedroom luxury mountain homes. The 5,000 square foot Stillwaters Spa & Salon will pamper you after a day of exhilarating activities, followed by a scrumptious fireside meal in the Headwaters Grille.

While staying at Teton Springs Lodge & Spa, you’re in close proximity to some of the best skiing and snowboarding in North America! Grand Targhee Resort is with a 25 minute scenic drive from Teton Springs and we’ll provide the transportation!

Grand Targhee is cradled in the west slope of the Teton Mountains, a full-service resort with two mountain peaks and 2,500 acres of skiable terrain. Targhee is known throughout North America as a skiers and snowboarders paradise with wide-open terrain and incredible scenic beauty with spectacular views of the Tetons in full view around every twist and turn. With their base at 8,000 foot elevation, powder is truly this resort’s middle name, and it’s not snow of standard fare. The quality of Targhee’s white gold is legendary among snow aficionados and it ranks as some of the lightest and driest in the country. Targhee take also take claim to an annual snowfall of 500 inches each season and while 70% of Targhee slopes are rated intermediate in difficulty, there are also quality advanced slopes to challenge even the most proficient skier and snowboarder. First time skiers and boarders to the slopes will also be delighted with Targhee’s gentle beginner and low intermediate slopes, and there is a magical area just for kids where they can slide through Giant Aunt Hills, the Eyeball Forest, or cruise into the Bat Cave (and don’t let your youngsters miss the North Pole or Alley Oop Alley!).

Targhee serves up the optimum powder experience with their cat-skiing operation on adjacent Peaked Mountain. Conveniently accessible just beyond the lift served boundary, over 600 acres is reserved for powder skiers and snowboarders. On Peaked, the wide-open slopes and bowls are complimented with some of the best tree skiing found amidst the plentiful aspens on the lower third of this high altitude terrain. Targhee snow-cat guides are not only experts at finding powder stashes days after the last storm passes but advise you on the latest in ski technology which helps in quickly mastering the powder skiing technique. The guides are also known for dishing up an exceptional gourmet lunch with a huge serving of fun thrown in!

Another family favorite is taking an exhilarating snowmobile ride in the nearby Big Hole Mountains, a fun way to view wildlife in their winter environment while also enjoying spectacular scenery. The folks at Teton Valley Adventures will pick you up at Teton Springs Lodge & Spa and you’re off for a snowmobile experience of a lifetime!

Ever see Yellowstone National Park covered in snow?! Winter season in America’s first national park is both mesmerizing and unforgettable! A day trip into the park on sleds is an opportunity you won’t want to miss while visiting Teton Valley. How does having lunch watching Old Faithful erupt sound? After a quick bite you’ll continue on to Geyser Basin, the geological wonder known worldwide & then head to the Firehole River Canyon and watch abundant wildlife take their afternoon dip.

Snow Cat Ski Getaway – December 1, 2010-March 27, 2011

From $922.00 per person based on double occupancy (lodging tax & resort fee not included in package price)

Snow Cat skiing at Grand Targhee is the optimum family-friendly way to conveniently sample the ultimate back country ski and snowboarding experience. Cat-skiing at Grand Targhee Resort is an unforgettable adventure. Ski fresh tracks in bottomless, untracked, dry powder with the Tetons in full view. Snow Cat Adventures, definitely a hallmark of the Grand Targhee experience.

3 nights in a Deluxe Lodge Room
Deluxe Continental Breakfast each morning
2 full days Cat-skiing at Grand Targhee Ski Resort

Upgrade to a one bedroom luxurious suite for only $60 per night, or even better, stay in a luxury mountain log home (shown above). Call for 3, 4 & 5 bedroom pricing

Cat ski packages (and pricing) can be modified to include just one day of cat skiing, adding in lift served skiing at Grand Targhee or snowmobiling in the Big Hole Mountains or day trips into Yellowstone National Park.

For more information visit http://www.tetonspringslodge.com

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