With ski and snowboard season right around the corner it's time to start checking out all the cool, lesser-known ski spots in Wyoming.

Jackson Hole gets a lot of love for Grand Targhee and Snow King, but there are several smaller ski hills in the Cowboy State worth checking out.

Mom and Pop ski hills are the heart and soul of skiing, and they're a lot less crowded and a lot more affordable.

Do you enjoy short liftlines and paying less than $50 for a day pass?

8 Underrated Ski Areas in Wyoming you Might Not Have Heard Of

Wyoming is home to some of the best skiing in the world. Visitors come from around the globe to ski at Grand Targhee and Snow King in Jackson Hole, but if you're looking to avoid the crowds there's cheaper alternatives that pack the same powder. The Cowboy State is home to a TON of cool, under-the-radar ski areas.

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