Snow King Mountain in Summer

At 85 years old, Snow King Mountain is the oldest ski area in Wyoming. Known by locals as the "Town Hill," in summer the ski resort transforms its base into a real community hub, offering a wide range of summer activities for all ages along with spectacular views of Jackson Hole and the Teton Mountain Range.

Daily activities at Snow King include scenic gondola rides, the alpine slide, a "Cowboy Coaster" and Treetop Adventure ropes course — complete with zip lines — a miniature golf course, paragliding, hiking, biking, an interactive maze, and a bouldering park, plus the steepest zip line in North America. Additionally, a concert series at the summit, a new state-of-the-art observatory and planetarium, and a high-end up top restaurant await.

After years of construction, Snow King has finished these projects and is ready to show them off. Play on!

WHAT TO DO AND BIG KING PASS

Snow King is amazing from top to bottom. Case in point: The 360-degree views from the top of the mountain are famous—you can stare back at the buildings in town below you and out over the buttes to the clear and jagged Teton mountains just beyond. To reach the summit, hike or bike up on the 1,500-vertical extensive trail network — a great workout or place for a reflective walk. A gondola is available for stunning scenic rides in the summer.

Guided hikes, half- or full-day, start at either the base of the mountain or at its summit via the gondola.

Down at the base, there is action aplenty, as well as a new way to save money on all the activities with the "Big King Pass" options. The Big King Ultimate ($220 for  adults) includes a single day of unlimited use of all activities including mini-golf, the Cowboy Coaster, Alpine Slide, Amaze'n Maze, and scenic gondola ride plus three tours on the Treetop Adventure Course and two tours on the new summit to base zip line. The Big King Lite Pass is $140 for ages 7 and older and $65 for kids ages 2 through 6. It is good for unlimited use of all activities except  Treetop Adventure and zip line. For more options, click on link here.

Below we highlight what's in store at "the King" for hours — or a full day — of mountain fun in the sun.

DON'T MISS THE VIEW!

We can't say enough about the view, so don't miss a chance to take a scenic gondola ride all the way to the top and be prepared to be astounded by the panorama of Jackson Hole — on a clear day you can even see Yellowstone! You can also take it all in from the new Aurora restaurant at the summit and at the top of the Rafferty chairlift, which is where you will start the Alpine Slide.

Cost for Scenic Gondola: $30 ages 13-64; $15 seniors and kids age 6 to 12; free for those age 5 and under.

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SNOW KING OBSERVATORY AND PLANETARIUM

Seated on the crest of the ridge atop Snow King Mountain, the brand new Snow King Observatory and Planetarium is state of the art with a large (one meter) Plane Wave telescope available for public observation via on-site staff. The telescope rests on a 20-foot concrete pier anchored in the earth and isolated from the greater structure to prevent vibrations from disrupting its position.

The 4,400-square-foot observatory features a 35-seat planetarium space theater and a 40-seat auditorium for group presentations and learning opportunities. Adjacent to the 24-foot dome is a rooftop observation deck where portable telescopes can be set up for additional viewing during astronomical events.

You can access the observatory from the Snow King Gondola, or if you’d prefer to hike some trails, go up 1,600 feet to the summit. The admission ticket to the observatory includes a gondola ride up, plus a tour of the facility, including showings of previous nights’ observations on multiple large-screen TVs throughout the building; there are nighttime activities which include, of course, stargazing and other astronomical events such as meteor showers.

Cost: Daytime Experience is $70 for adults and $55 for students (includes gondola ride); free for kids age 5 and under. Evening Experience is $60 for adults, $55 for students; free for ages 5 and under. Observatory Night Experience costs $100 for adults and $75 for students; free ages 5 and under.

Hours: One-hour Evening Experience hours are as follows: From May 15th through August 17th, there are two sessions: 5 to 6 p.m. and 7 to 8 p.m. From August 18th to September 28th, there is only one session: 5:30 until 6:30 p.m. One-and-a-half hour Night Experience hours are 9 to 10:30 p.m. (May 15th to June 13th and August 18th to September 28th); 9 to 10:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. to midnight (June 14th to August 17th).

Visit the website at snowkingmountain.com for more information and ticket purchase.

ZIP LINE

Fly down the face of Snow King Mountain on North America’s steepest zip line, with views of Jackson Hole and the Tetons in the background. Each of the three sections has two lines, allowing you to share the thrill with family and friends! Start at the top with the beginner section to test your confidence and skill, which includes awesome views where your family can take photos and watch you learn. Then, with speeds up to 60 mph and a 36% grade, take the plunge into the steepest span. Finally, at a 31% grade and a total distance of 1,275 feet, ride down the final span over the Cowboy Coaster and land at the base of the mountain.

Participants must be 12 years old to ride; ages 12 to 15 must be accompanied by an adult and must be able to participate independently.

Cost: $130

TREETOP ADVENTURE

With course elements 12 to 80 feet off the ground, you'll quickly discover why this activity is called Treetop Adventure! Think Swiss Family Robinson meets X-Games. After a safety brief you’ll clip in and ride zip lines, shimmy over suspended bridges, scramble up nets, cross swinging logs and even ride an aerial skateboard. This adventure is essentially a high-flying tour of the forest! Kids under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: $105 (ages 12 and up).

The Flying Squirrel Course is designed for kids ages 7 to 12. Cables are 6 to 10 feet above the forest floor for all challenges except the zip line which gets as high as 20 feet off the ground. Cost: $70.

Both the Treetop Adventure and Flying Squirrel tickets include a ride on the Alpine Slide.

ALPINE SLIDE

One Jackson Hole experience not to be missed is the Snow King Alpine Slide which combines a scenic chairlift ride up with an exhilarating sled-like ride down the mountain. A Jackson Hole institution for more than 40 years, the slide takes you zooming across the mountain and down 350 feet over the half mile track at speeds up to 25 miles per hour. There is also a tunnel on the slide! Fly through twists and turns on one of two side-by-side tracks as you slide through banked turns and hairpin thrills at your own pace.

Cost: $20 (7 years and older); $5 (ages 2-6).

COWBOY COASTER

The unique — and uniquely fun! — Cowboy Coaster is one of Jackson Hole's most exciting attractions with zips, twists and turns through nearly a mile of loops, with curves and drops — some as high as four stories tall. The mountain coaster is also the only one in the state!

Cost: $40 for one hour.

Insider tip: This is a thrill not to be missed! If you are a brave passenger, keep your hands up in the air going down and around the curves and hills, regular roller coaster-style. And after your ride, don't forget to check out the photo that is taken of you on the last turn; priceless!

MINI-GOLF

Fore! This state-of-the-art 18-hole miniature golf course features water challenges including a waterfall and a pond. The family-friendly course travels through multiple levels and is a great activity for kids of all ages. Plus, it's the only mini-golf spot in the Tetons! Cost: $20 adults/kids age 7 and older; $8 kids age 6 and under.

AMAZE'N SNOW KING

The Amaze'n Maze is themed with animals of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Maze runners are timed searching for different checkpoints in the structure, including interpretive elements related to eight animals that are hidden within. There is even a mini zipline!

Cost: $13 for ages 7 and up; $8 under age 6. The maze is included with all the other activities on the mountain with the Big King Passes.

SLOPESIDE AND SUMMIT DINING

Snow King is host to two eateries. The King's Grill is an all-American restaurant in the Rafferty Center, steps away from the Cowboy Coaster. It is open daily for lunch or dinner and frequently has specials on food and/or adult beverages. At the end of January, a brand-new, high-end summit restaurant (pictured) — Aurora — opened, serving dinner Monday through Thursday nights from 4:30 to 8 p.m.; reservations may be made by calling 307-284-4427, but walk-ins are welcome at the bar.

Aurora boasts amazing views of the Jackson Hole valley and the Teton Range. Its rooftop deck is a perfect venue to eat small bites and enjoy cocktails (reservations are not required). A café and coffee shop below the restaurant is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is a great place to grab French pastries and craft pizza slices.

For an unforgettable, unique experience, combine dinner and drinks at Aurora with stargazing at the Observatory and Planetarium just a few steps from the restaurant.

KING CONCERT SERIES

An exciting, annual live music option exists for summer atop Snow King: King Concerts Summer Series at the summit stage. The summit stage sits at roughly 8,000 ft with spectacular views of the Teton mountain range and is accessed via a 5-minute scenic gondola ride. This series is becoming one of the best concert series in the country.

The 4th Annual King Concerts 2025 schedule is as follows:

June 7 – Thievery Corporation, Ozomatli*

June 13 – Big Head Todd and The Monsters

July 5 – Luke Grimes

July 6 – Modest Mouse**

July 8 – Primus*

July 12 – De La Soul, Digable Planets, and The Soul Rebels*

July 15 – Shane Smith & The Saints, Houndmouth

July 18 - Slightly Stoopid

July 27 – Flatland Cavalry

July 31 – Muscadine Bloodline

August 17 - Marcus King Band

August 19 - Wilco

August 24 - Damian "Jr. Gong" & Stephen Marley

August 31 - Kaleo

September 3 – Rainbow Kitten Surprise*

Ticket prices vary for each concert and include the gondola ride. General admission prices start at $59.50 for the first 1,000 tickets before bumping up to $80. Venue gates and band start times will also vary each night. Limited VIP Express tickets include priority loading and downloading on the gondola and access to a stageside VIP zone and tents for complimentary beer, wine, soft drinks, and appetizers, from approximately 4:30 to 8 p.m.

King Concerts was named one of the "Best Entertainment/Live Music Venues" in the 2025 Best of Jackson Hole contest.

Tickets are available online at kingconcerts.com. * Tickets almost sold out **Sold out

Patrons are encouraged to bring blankets, low-back chairs, sturdy shoes and mountain weather-appropriate clothing to enjoy the alpine environment in comfort.

BOULDERING

At the base of Snow King lies a free bouldering park that features three large boulders/walls for all ages and skill levels. On Tuesday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m., a "Town Pump" summer bouldering series competition is held. A youth division is available for climbers under age 14. This weekly event generates money for climbing holds for the boulder park.

SNOW KING MOUNTAIN SPORTS

Snow King Mountain Sports has gear and accessories to help you make the most of your time in Jackson Hole—bike and stand up paddle board (SUP) rentals, outdoor adventure clothing, swimwear, and even souvenir T-shirts. Rent an adult pathway bike for $49 for a half day or a kid’s bike for $39 (helmet included in all bike rentals). Mountain bike rentals start at $85. You can rent e-bikes starting at $89. There are also Trail-a-Bikes for kids not quite ready to bike on their own. SUP’s cost $50 a day to rent and youth kayaks are $40 for the day. To reserve, call 307-201-5096 or visit snowkingmountain.com.