Grand Targhee Proposes Major Expansion With New Lifts and Terrain

Grand Targhee Eyes Major Expansion With New Lifts, 850 Acres of Terrain

Views, lesser crowds, fresh snow—Grand Targhee is known for being an off-the-beaten-path alternative to Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Photo: Courtesy Grand Targhee

Grand Targhee Resort, Wyoming, has taken a big step toward a significant expansion. The Caribou-Targhee National Forest recently released a draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) detailing the resort’s proposal to add new lifts, expand terrain, and upgrade existing infrastructure. The move opens a 90-day public comment window and signals the beginning of the final approval stages.

The proposal includes the construction of three new lifts—Crazy Horse (south of Fred’s), North Boundary (providing improved access to the resort’s northern edge), and a new platter lift to support ski team development. In addition to the new infrastructure, existing lifts like Dreamcatcher and Shoshone would be upgraded, and two new on-mountain dining facilities would be added.

If approved, the expansion would increase Grand Targhee’s Special Use Permit (SUP) boundary by about 850 acres, targeting the Mono Trees and South Bowl zones. According to the draft EIS, the upgrades are intended to meet evolving visitor expectations and maintain the resort’s competitive edge in both regional and destination markets.

Photo: Courtesy Grand Targhee

Public feedback so far has been mixed—some commenters are excited about expanded terrain and infrastructure, while others are concerned about preserving the resort’s low-key charm and the potential impact on Teton Valley’s infrastructure.

An open house to discuss the project is scheduled for April 17 in Driggs, Idaho. After the public comment period, the Forest Service will prepare and release a final EIS before issuing a decision.