Why Grand Targhee Resort is Highly Rated for Tree Runs

Grand Targhee Resort has secured the 2025 bronze award for Best Ski Resorts for Tree Runs - Worldwide, with an impressive 4.64/5.00 rating, and it's easy to see why when you explore its phenomenal forested terrain. The resort offers an exceptional variety of glade runs that cater to different skill levels while maintaining that authentic, unspoiled feel that tree-skiing enthusiasts crave. Tyson, an advanced snowboarder in our community, raves about finding "powder stashes among tree runs" and "glades with rollers and fun terrain" that add an extra dimension of excitement. Tyler, an advanced skier, echoes this sentiment, noting the "awesome tree runs" that contribute to the "variety of skiing" available throughout the mountain. What makes Targhee stand out is how these wooded areas retain their natural character while remaining accessible and skiable.

The forest terrain at Grand Targhee features perfectly spaced trees that strike that sweet spot between challenge and flow that true tree-skiing aficionados seek. The natural spacing allows skiers and riders to maintain momentum through the glades while still providing enough obstacles to keep things interesting. Our users consistently praise how the resort's tree runs come with that ideal combination of natural features – from playful rollers to optional small drops – that make each descent unique. One Snomad community member, Aidan, an expert skier, sums it up perfectly by describing Targhee as having "small mountain feel with big mountain terrain," a quality that shines particularly bright in its celebrated tree zones. Even with new high-speed lifts improving access to these areas, the mountain has preserved the authentic character of its forested sections, maintaining what advanced skier Ryan calls a "consistently excellent" experience.

So you're sold on the trees? Read our full resort guide to see how Grand Targhee Resort stacks up across all 20 of our community-rated categories!