![]() This summer trail should take you right up to a fixed rope section of the Lower Saddle's Headwall (around mile 6.3). In early summer, it is best to avoid hiking through the snow as it could be very dangerous. When you regain the trail, take the main path upward, along the right side of the Middle Teton Glacier. ![]() The trail disappears in a couple of spots that are easy to navigate in the daylight, however, even in the dark most people do just fine. You'll see the small metal sign for the Morainal Camping Zone right before you enter the boulders. Around mile 4.6, near Spalding Falls, the trail goes to the right and starts switchbacking upward away from the creek.Īround 5.7 is the second boulder field, near the Morainal Camping Zone. This boulder section should be less than 100 meters.Īfter the boulders, the trail will be right next to the creek for half a mile. Following the path of least resistance and maintaining the same direction of travel, you'll quickly pop back to the trail next to Garnet Creek. At this point, you'll come across the first of two boulder fields where the trail disappears completely. You'll be hiking through alpine forests and meadows with many wildflowers.Īt mile 4 is where the trail becomes unmaintained and is known as a climber's trail. The first four miles are well marked and well maintained by the Park Service. At 1.7 miles in, you'll take a right at the fork, towards Garnet Canyon. ![]() This hike starts at the Lupine Meadows Trail. You'll pass by fields of wildflowers, hike along creeks, see many waterfalls, and at the saddle, you'll be rewarded with incredible 360 views. Many climbers will start this hike in the early morning hours with plans to climb the Grand Teton, however, this hike to the Lower Saddle is beautiful of its own accord. ![]()
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