Teton Mountain Taxi: With only two hours notice, these guys picked us up at the String Lake parking lot and dropped us off at the Aerial Tram in Teton Village for $60 (in mid-July).Shuttle: Since this is a point to point route, you will either need to take two cars or hire a shuttle company. This trail which will quickly lead you to a giant bowl that you will traverse. After soaking those in, continue on the gravel road to the left of the "Top of the World" until you see a sign for the Teton Crest Trail to your right. Take the aerial tram up to the top of Rendezvous Mountain for gorgeous views right off the bat at 10,450 ft. However, if time was not a factor, I would opt for either the traditional start from Philips Pass Trailhead or from Death Canyon Trailhead and end at String Lake via Paintbrush Canyon. We were tight on time when doing this trip so this guide covers starting from the Teton Village Aerial Tramway and ending at String Lake via Cascade Canyon. The Paintbrush Canyon route to String Lake is 35.5 miles. From here to String Lake via Cascade Canyon is 29 miles. The tram will take you to the top of Rendezvous Mountain you will begin your journey. The cost of the tram is around $35 if you buy it online. Teton Village Aerial Tramway: The Teton Village Aerial Tram is a good option if you are tight on time and want to shave some miles and elevation gain off the route. Marion Lake and Spearhead Peak) unless you are okay with retracing your steps. However, one thing to keep in mind if considering this starting point is that you will miss some highlights of the Teton Crest Trail (e.g. I have heard that Death Canyon is gorgeous. Taking the Paintbrush Canyon route to String Lake is 37 miles. If you take Paintbrush Canyon to String Lake, it's 38.5 miles.ĭeath Canyon Trailhead: Located at the end of Whitegrass Ranch Road, a start from the Death Canyon Trailhead to String Lake via Cascade Canyon is 30.5 miles. Granite Canyon Trailhead: Intersecting with Moose Wilson Rd, the Granite Canyon Trailhead to String Lake via Cascade Canyon is 32 miles. If you take Paintbrush Canyon to String Lake, it is 40 miles. From here to the String Lake Trailhead via Cascade Canyon is 33.5 miles. Philips Pass Trailhead: Located off of Highway 22, a start from the Philips Pass Trailhead will maximize your time on the Teton Crest Trail by connecting to its most southern terminus (the only trailhead that will offer this). You have multiple options when choosing a starting point: The most common ending point is at the String Lake Trailhead. This route is point-to-point so a shuttle will be required if you don't bring two cars. With 30 - 40 (depending on the route) miles of soaring peaks, crystal blue lakes, cascading water, and lush mountain hills, it will surely be one of the most scenic backpacking trips you will have the privilege of doing. If you are one of the few lucky people who can obtain a permit to this classic adventure in Grand Teton National Park, do NOT pass it up.
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