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Summer Mountain Safety

GRAND TARGHEE RESORT IS COMMITTED TO PROMOTING ALPINE SAFETY

The inherent risks involved with alpine activities can lead to dire consequences. When visiting our mountain environment, please remember this fact at all times. Grand Targhee Resort is committed to providing our visitors with information and warnings to help them make good decisions. With this in mind, we ask that our guests respect the Responsibility Code and utilize the rest of the following menu, especially if you’re new to our area. Backcountry Access and Bike Park users, please educate yourself before partaking in those activities.

Mountain Patrol: Reporting an emergency

Call the Mountain Patrol Dispatch at 307-203-7627 on your phone, or (307) 353-2300 ext. 1333 from a resort house phone. Mountain Patrol Emergency call boxes are located at various trail locations. Please hold the call button in while you speak. Tell the dispatcher your call box number and the details of your emergency. Patrol services are available from 8am to 6pm, daily. For after-hours emergencies, please call 911.

Contact the nearest lift operator or another resort employee if a phone is unavailable.

The First-Aid Room is located on the lower level of the Rendezvous Lodge between the photo desk and the lower level of the Rendezvous Lodge’s North exit. For walk-in first-aid assistance, please stop by the First-Aid Room.

For emergencies outside of the ski area boundary, please call 911.

Please browse our extensive safety guides below.

Safety Guides

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Summer Mountain Safety General Info

When riding or hiking, we have to take responsibility for our own safety, as well as the riders and hikers around us.

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Dogs at Grand Targhee

We love dogs at Grand Targhee and encourage you to enjoy the mountains with your four-legged companions. However, to keep our trails safe and accessible for everyone—hikers, bikers, and dogs alike—we ask that all dog owners follow these essential guidelines.

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Mountain Bike Regulations and Safety

Whether you're a seasoned rider or hitting the trails for the first time, Grand Targhee is committed to creating a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone. Please read and follow these regulations before riding. Your cooperation ensures trails remain open, fun, and safe for all.

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Summer Lift Safety

Riding lifts is essential to experiencing our mountain in both summer and winter.

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Hiker Responsibility Code

If you’re planning on hiking around the Ghee this summer, ensure you’re prepared and have the knowledge to do so safely.

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Weather and Wildlife

Summer Weather and Wildlife at Targhee can be the most breathtaking part of our summer mountain experience. However, it is essential to remember that, much like any National Forest, both the weather and wildlife should be respected and viewed with...

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E-Bikes

E-Bike Access at Grand Targhee Resort Grand Targhee Resort welcomes Pedal Assist (no throttles) on select cross-country trails in the Rick’s Basin trail network. Our goal is simple: make the backcountry experience more accessible while maintaining a...