Why Grand Targhee Resort is Highly Rated for Powder

Grand Targhee Resort has earned the 2025 silver award forBest Ski Resort for Powder skiing with an astounding 4.82/5.00 rating, and it's easy to see why when you dive into what makes this mountain special. The resort consistently delivers exceptional snowfall that transforms the terrain into what Paul, an intermediate skier from the UK, simply calls "powder heaven." Our users consistently highlight the abundance of "fluffy goodness everywhere" as Canon, an advanced skier, puts it – with regular dumps creating ideal conditions throughout the season. Targhee's reputation for reliable powder days isn't just marketing; it's backed by genuine experiences from our community who seek out this mountain specifically for its snow quality. What's particularly impressive is how the mountain manages to maintain untracked snow despite its growing popularity, with Ryan noting the resort offers "consistently excellent snow" while remaining "never too crowded."

The terrain variety at Grand Targhee elevates the powder experience from merely good to truly exceptional. Tyson, an advanced snowboarder, mentions finding "powder stashes among tree runs" and "glades with roller and fun terrain," showcasing how the mountain's diverse landscape offers multiple ways to enjoy fresh snow. The backcountry access provides additional opportunities for powder hunters, with Tyler describing "great resort for some laid back fun powder skiing" with "variety of skiing is awesome tree runs, cliffs and groomers." Advanced riders particularly appreciate how the mountain balances accessible powder with challenging terrain. A Snomad community member named Aidan, an expert skier, captures this perfectly: "Targhee has the small mountain feel with big mountain terrain... But has some of the best snow in the country." This combination of abundant snowfall, varied terrain, and the ability to find fresh tracks makes Grand Targhee is something that aided Grand Targhee in become our overall winner.

If you fancy a trip the 'The Ghee'. Read our full resort guide to see how Grand Targhee Resort stacks up across all 20 of our community-rated categories!