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Jackson Hole · United States · December to March

Snowmobile Tours in Jackson Hole

Jackson Hole has the strongest guided snowmobiling in the United States that you can book online in advance, and it is a different product from the Arctic tours elsewhere on this site. Rides run three to nine hours on Bridger-Teton forest roads and the passes toward the Continental Divide, with everyone on their own machine and far more distance covered. Groups are small, the terrain is mountain rather than groomed trail, and the season depends on the snowpack. Four well-rated tours are compared below.

December to March Forest trail From $300 3 hours

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6 tours listed
From $300 per person
4.8★ average rating
December to March season

Compare Snowmobile Tours in Jackson Hole

Bridger-Teton Guided Snowmobile Tour — snowmobile tour in Jackson HoleTop Pickfrom $350

Bridger-Teton Guided Snowmobile Tour

★★★★★4.7(87 reviews)·3 hours
  • 3 hours including briefing and kit
  • Thermal suit, boots and helmet provided
  • Cancellation terms are shown on the operator's booking page
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from $360

Heart Six Ranch Snowmobile Tour

★★★★★4.8(49 reviews)·4 hours
  • 4 hours riding from a working ranch on Buffalo Valley Road, midday start
  • Breakfast and lunch at the century-old Buffalo Valley Cafe included
  • Minimum age 14, maximum 20 riders per departure
  • Non-refundable booking: no changes or refunds once confirmed
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Turpin Meadow Snowmobile Tour — snowmobile tour in Jackson Holefrom $300

Turpin Meadow Snowmobile Tour

★★★★★4.9(26 reviews)·5.5–9 hours
  • 5.5–9 hours including briefing and kit
  • Thermal suit, boots and helmet provided
  • Cancellation terms are shown on the operator's booking page
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Snowmobile Tour in Bridger-Teton — snowmobile tour in Jackson Holefrom $385

Snowmobile Tour in Bridger-Teton

★★★★★5(19 reviews)·6.5 hours
  • 6.5 hours including briefing and kit
  • Thermal suit, boots and helmet provided
  • Cancellation terms are shown on the operator's booking page
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from $595

Dog Sledding and Snowmobiling Combo Day

★★★★★4.9(16 reviews)·7 hours
  • 45 minutes dog sledding along the Buffalo Fork River, then 3 hours on the machine
  • Snowmobiling runs on Togwotee Pass, on the Continental Divide in Bridger-Teton forest
  • Bibs, jackets, boots, gloves and helmets provided; lunch is not included
  • Capped at 16 travellers, free cancellation up to 24 hours before
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Grand Teton Full-Day Snowmobile Tour — snowmobile tour in Jackson Holefrom $550

Grand Teton Full-Day Snowmobile Tour

★★★★★4.5(12 reviews)·5 hours
  • 5 hours including briefing and kit
  • Thermal suit, boots and helmet provided
  • Cancellation terms are shown on the operator's booking page
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How Much Does a Snowmobile Tour in Jackson Hole Cost?

American operators price per rider and include a machine each, fuel, a guide and usually clothing. Compare on riding hours and terrain rather than on the headline figure.

Half-day or evening tour
$350 – $360

Three hour Bridger-Teton rides, the standard introduction and the easiest to fit into a ski trip.

Full-day or expedition
$300 – $595

Five to nine hour tours through Turpin Meadow and toward the Continental Divide, with lunch and considerable distance.

Which Jackson Hole Snowmobile Tour to Book

Tour Duration Group Best for Rating From
Most booked 3 hours Shared A safe first choice 4.7★ $350 Check →
Cheapest ride 5.5–9 hours Shared Trying it once, on a budget 4.9★ $300 Check →
Longest tour 7 hours Shared Distance and remote terrain 4.9★ $595 Check →

What to Expect on the Day

1

Pickup in Jackson

Most operators collect from Jackson hotels and drive out to the trailhead where the machines are staged.

2

Clothing and briefing

Suit, boots, helmet and goggles are normally included. The briefing covers throttle control on forest road and what to do on a climb.

Ask whether your tour rides groomed forest road or off-trail. They are very different days.
3

On the trail

Groomed forest roads through Bridger-Teton, with the guide setting the pace and stopping at overlooks. Everyone rides their own machine.

4

The high ground

Full-day tours climb toward the Continental Divide, where the snow is deeper and the weather changes fast.

5

Lunch and return

A hot lunch at a lodge or warming hut on the longer routes, then the ride back down and the transfer into town.

What to Bring (and What to Leave at Home)

✓ Bring

  • Valid driving licence
  • Thermal base layers and wool socks
  • Sunglasses or goggles for glare
  • Sun cream, altitude and snow reflection burn fast
  • Water and a snack for the longer routes
  • Booking voucher and pickup details

✗ Leave behind

  • Cotton layers
  • Ski boots, they are wrong for a snowmobile
  • Expectations of Yellowstone access without a permitted operator
  • A tight afternoon schedule after a full-day tour
  • Alcohol before riding

How to Choose a Snowmobile Operator

What good operators do

  • Give each rider their own machine unless you ask to share
  • Include the suit, boots, helmet and goggles in the price
  • Say whether the route is groomed forest road or off-trail riding
  • Keep groups small and carry tools and spare fuel on long routes
  • State any fuel surcharge before booking

Red flags to avoid

  • Quote a per-person price that turns out to assume two to a machine
  • Sell a full-day mountain tour to complete beginners with a token briefing
  • Leave clothing out of the price without saying so
  • Advertise Yellowstone access on a tour with no park permit

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FAQ: Snowmobile Tours in Jackson Hole

How much do snowmobile tours in Jackson Hole cost?

A three hour Bridger-Teton guided tour is about $350 per person, Turpin Meadow trips start at $300, and full-day Grand Teton routes reach roughly $550. Prices normally include your own machine, fuel, clothing and a guide.

Do you ride your own snowmobile?

Yes. Unlike the Arctic tours on this site, American operators put one rider per machine as standard, with a passenger option on request. That is a large part of why the prices look higher than Lapland at first glance.

Do you need a licence to ride in Wyoming?

Operators require a valid driving licence for anyone driving a machine and set a minimum age, usually 18 for drivers. Passengers do not need one. Guided tours cover the trail permits, so you register nothing yourself.

Can you snowmobile into Yellowstone from Jackson?

Only with an operator holding a National Park Service permit, on set routes and dates, and those trips are sold separately from the Bridger-Teton tours listed here. If Yellowstone is the goal, confirm the permit before booking.

Is Jackson Hole good for beginners?

The three hour Bridger-Teton tours are, since they stay on groomed forest road with a guide setting the pace. Full-day mountain routes involve deeper snow, climbs and a long day in the saddle, which is harder work than most first-timers expect.

When should I book?

For February and the holiday weeks, several weeks ahead. Departures are limited by how many machines an operator runs, so popular mornings close early. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before means booking early costs nothing.

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