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Also known as: Gateway to Grand Targhee
Alta is an scenic unincorporated mountain community nestled on the western slope of the Teton Range in Teton County, Wyoming. Positioned along the Idaho border, it serves as the direct gateway to the famous Grand Targhee Resort, known for its heavy snowfall and pristine powder lines. Historically a remote agricultural and ranching area, Alta has evolved into a premier destination for winter sports and alpine recreation while successfully preserving its quiet, rural character and dramatic, high-altitude landscape.
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Suggested stay: 2–5 days
Ski and snowboard through deep powder at Grand Targhee Resort, hike or mountain bike the scenic scenic trails of Teton Canyon, and enjoy snowshoeing or wildlife viewing in the surrounding Caribou-Targhee National Forest.
