Stress-Free Family Ski Trips in the Rocky Mountains

Curated Family-Focused Ski Adventures — Planned by a Ski Family Who’s Been There

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Planning a family ski trip can feel overwhelming — flights, lodging, gear, ticket options, lessons, meal planning, tired kids, and choosing the right runs on the right mountain for your family’s skill level.

That’s where Snake River Adventure Seekers comes in.

We specialize in curating family ski trips to Rocky Mountain resorts that feel like home and have shaped our love for skiing out West, with expertise at the following resorts:

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Who Is This Perfect For —

  • Parents dreaming of a ski vacation but do not have the time to plan it

  • Families with skiers of mixed abilities who do not know which mountain and runs to choose

  • Parents who are overwhelmed by the complexity of planning a ski trip with kids

  • Families planning their first ski vacation out west

  • Families who want less stress, more fun, and great memories

  • Parents who want their kids to love skiing

  • Families who want insider knowledge without hours of research

Grand Targhee Resort

For families who want:

  • A relaxed, uncrowded, small-town feel

  • Incredible Rocky Mountain powder

  • Stunning views of the Grand Teton

  • Simplified layout with one base lodge and six lifts

  • Wide-open runs that are easy to navigate for kids and beginners

  • A variety of terrain, from easy groomers to cliff drops and tree runs

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Grand Targhee Resort Webpage

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort

Ideal for families seeking:

  • The big mountain feel with unmistakable old-out-west soul

  • Rugged and iconic rather than flashy

  • Variety of lift access including two gondolas, one tram, multiple chairlifts, two magic carpets and a tow rope

  • A family area, where parents can relax mid-mountain while the kids have fun in their ski lessons

  • Runs to challenge youth, intermediate, and even advanced skier

  • A variety of technical terrain, including steep groomers to cliff drops and chutes to glades and moguls

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Jackson Home Mountain Resort Webpage

Big Sky Resort

Great for families who are looking for:

  • 5,850 skiable acres at one of North America’s largest ski resorts

  • The big mountain experience without constant intensity

  • Wide-open terrain with room to spread out (and less bottlenecks)

  • Something for every ability level

  • An excellent ski school and kid programs

  • Multiple convenient base areas and ski-in/ski-out options

  • Reliable snow and a long season

  • Connection and adventure, with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere

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Big Sky Resort Webpage

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