Nature Center & Guided Hikes
Grand Targhee Nature Center
Visit the Nature Center for trail information and details on what’s blooming and what critters have recently been seen around the resort. Located in the base area, you can find a wide variety of interpretive displays on wildlife, wildflowers, trees, birds and other topics that relate to the ecosystem of Grand Targhee Resort.
Guided Hikes
Enjoy a scenic lift ride up the mountain and explore the area with a guide on our hiking trails. Our guides carry bear spray and are educated in wildlife awareness while you explore the great outdoors.
GUIDED HIKES | Price | Purchase | Waiver |
|---|---|---|---|
Bannock Hike: 9:30am – 12:30pm Offered M/W/F & Weekends Enjoy a scenic lift ride up the mountain to start the tour. After exploring the summit trails, you will hike down the 3.2 mile Bannock Trail with a Resort Naturalist. Learn about the local flora and fauna and the greater Yellowstone ecosystem. The hike total is about 4 miles and we’ll be out 2.5-3 hours. Although most of the hike will be downhill, experience hiking on rocky terrain required. | $N/A | COMING SOON | Sign WAIVER |
Blooms and Birds Hike: 9:30-11:30am. Offered Tuesdays & Thursdays Enjoy a 2 hour guided hike near the base area with a Resort Naturalist to learn about the blooming wildflowers and local birds. Recent wildflower blooming and trail status will determine the route, and the length of the hike will be approximately 2 miles. | $N/A | COMING SOON | SIGN WAIVER |
Private Hikes The maximum length of 3 hours and 10 guests. The hike will be catered to group wants and capabilities. | $N/A | COMING SOON | SIGN WAIVER |
How to Book:
We are very excited that you will be enjoying the stunning views at Grand Targhee accompanied by one of Resort Naturalists. Before you start the booking process, through our reservations team at 307-353- 2300 ext. 1800, please gather the following information for each hiker:
- Name
- Date of Birth
- Sign our Summer Activity Waiver. You may email this information ahead of time to reservations@grandtarghee.com to expedite your booking process through the call center. For Private Guided Hikes: Inquire at reservations@grandtarghee.com . Please provide the following information: Number of guests, type of hike, age & ability level.
Check-in Information:
Check-in at Grand Targhee Activity Center 15 minutes before your guided hike and collect your voucher and lift ticket. In order to expedite the check-in process, please sign our summer activity waiver ahead of time. Children 16 and younger must be accompanied by a parent or adult (18+)
(Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to sign a release form if it has not already been completed online.)
Meet your guide at the base area Nature Center at 9:30am and load the chairlift as group.
SCHEDULED START DATE: July 1, 2021 – Depending on trail conditions.
TERMS AND CONDITONS
- 24-hour advanced reservation for all guided hikes.
- Guided Hikes meet at 9:30am.
- Guests must check-in with Activity Center upon arrival.
- Tours depart from and meet at base Nature Center at 9:30am.
- Participants must be appropriately dressed for the weather and wear closed-toed shoes.
- Group size is limited to 6 guests.
- Guests are responsible for bringing their own water.
- Guided hikes are appropriate for ages 10 and up.
- A scenic chair lift ticket is not included
- Adult Scenic Ride Lift Ticket: $13 per guest (Special rate for guided hike only)
- Junior Scenic Ride Lift Ticket: $9 per guest (Special rate for guided hike only)
Nature Center Hours:
- Opening Day – Friday 6/17/2022
- Open Daily 9am – 5pm
- Nature Center may be closed at any time when Naturalist is guiding a tour, out on the trails, or working with summer camp on Tuesdays & Thursday afternoons.
Agents of Discovery® is a mobile game that kids download for free and play to discover the world around them. Kids unlock hidden geo-located challenges that can only be solved through observation and discovery. Click here or stop by the Activity and Nature Centers for more information.
Cancellation Policy:
All bookings must be paid in full at the time of booking. Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance and will be charged a processing fee of $25 per guest or party. Same-day cancellations or no-shows will forfeit the total cost of the booking. If your hike is canceled due to weather or trail conditions, and you are not able to re-schedule your booking, a full refund will apply.
