Shortly after the cabin the canyon plummeted down Alaska Basin starts on the other (western) side of Buck Mountain Pass. Drop your pack on Static Peak Divide for a half-mile out-and-back to Statics 11,303-foot summit. Notes: The Death Canyon trail is well maintained and is heavily used by hikers in Grand Teton National Park but most only go to the Phelps Lake overlook or branch off to the lake. There's been plenty of water along the whole route every time I've been on any of these stretches of trail. Death Canyon Shelf to Alaska Basin. The fun is just beginning. Licence Free. We used Death Canyon on the way up to Static Peak divide (did not make the last mile due to snow unfortunately). Static Peak is one of the premier summit hikes in the Teton Range that does not involve scrambling or technical climbing. 2 - 3 hrs. At an elevation of 10,790 feet, this the highest mountain pass along any trail in Grand Teton National Park. The Static Peak Divide reaches an elevation of 10,790 feet, making it the highest altitude reachable on a maintained path in the park. There is a trail in Death Canyon, just west of the patrol cabin, that leads up to Static Peak Divide (Stewarts Draw) then around to Buck Mountain Pass. We rode 20 miles to get to Jenny Lake and 8 back to Moose, then hiked about 35 miles and rode 18 back to Jackson. The lake is Grand Teton National Parks number 6 lake in terms of size. The Teton Crest Trail is one of the most iconic backpacking treks in the whole United States, and it is a must for anyone interested in diving into the wilderness for a few days who can make it to northwestern Wyoming. Black bears are frequently seen in Death Canyon, so it is advised that hikers travel in groups bigger than three, make a lot of noise and carry bear spray. Death Canyon to Static Peak Divide. The trail to Static Peak Divide is a very strenuous trail that takes a full day to complete. The Static Peak Divide hiking trail also begins here. The hike features dramatic views of Buck Mountain, Prospector Mountain, Death Canyon, and the Death Canyon Shelf. Length 9.1 Photographs of Death Canyon and Albright Peak, Grand Teton National Park. On your Static Divide hike, youll get an incredible view of Phelps Lake from the Phelps Lake Overlook. Of course, backpackers and endurance day hikers can continue onward, either further up Death Canyon or up the steep ascent on the Alaska Basin Trail to Static Peak Divide. 11.0 km. Today we hiked through Death Canyon to the Static Peak Divide. The lake is Grand Teton National Parks number 6 lake in terms of size. Its hard to tell a hike but Ill give it a go. From the divide, the trail splits with Alaska Basin Shelf and heads west, into the Jedediah Smith Wilderness. All of us had different itineraries. Paintbrush Canyon is perfect for a multi-day adventure that youll be talking about for years to come. Final Hike up to the Static Peak Divide The route from Death Canyon Trailhead, over Static Peak Divide and Buck Mountain Divide, through Alaska Basin, and down Teton Canyon is 19 miles. Turn right and drive another 2 miles to the end of the road. Meadows Self. Our two-day hike started early on a Friday in Death Canyon of Grand Teton National Park, which definitely does not deserve its name. Few hikers to share it with in the morning but in the afternoon there were many hikers near Phelps Lake. Death Canyon itself is incredible and dates back some 15,000 years. Jenny Lake is also a springboard for day hikes to Paintbrush Canyon and secluded Leigh Lake. The lake is Grand Teton National Parks number 6 lake in terms of size. After packing up camp and refilling your water reserves follow Alaska Basin Trail southwest to your next challenge, the 3.2-mile hike to the top of Buck Mountain Divide (10,550 ft.). Along your hike, youll get to see Aspen Groves and ancient Douglas Firs. The views make each uphill step worth itthe Static Peak Divide and summit are both incredible. Descend 4.1 miles through whitebark pines to the cabin and return to the trailhead. Along your hike, youll get to see Aspen Groves and ancient Douglas Firs. Static Peak Divide. Only a handful of others were there, eagerly waiting for the Visitor Center to open. At the Patrol Cabin, turn right onto the Alaska Basin Trail to continue up to the Static Peak Divide. For the next four miles, it is a relentless, moderate climb until you get to the Divide. Its not overly steep, but because it just keeps climbing and climbing, it can be exhausting. Of course, backpackers and endurance day hikers can continue onward, either further up Death Canyon or up the steep ascent on the Alaska Basin Trail to Static Peak Divide. Pictures of Death Canyon and Albright Peak, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming: The Alaska Basin Trail to Static Peak Divide - view north from the top of Albright Peak. Static Peak Divide is at 10,790 feet and is the high point of the Loop. The driest parts are the few miles after Phelps lake when the trail rises above the creek, the higher parts of the Alaska Basin trail before Static Divide, and the first couple of miles of Death Canyon Shelf. After clim. From there, the trail climbs to Buck Mountain Divide where you can opt to take a short spur to Static Divides 11,303-foot summit. Static Peak Divide 16mi / 25.8km. Youll tick off 12.9 miles on the last day: Hike north about a mile, then turn right for a 2.2-mile climb that leaves the lush basin for stark, high-alpine terrain. At 10,550-foot Buck Mountain Divide, contour 1.1 miles southeast. Drop your pack on Static Peak Divide for a half-mile out-and-back to Statics 11,303-foot summit. Bonus - turn right off the trail to tag Static Peak summit (11,302). Death Canyon itself is incredible and dates back some 15,000 years. 13.60 Hurricane Pass. We used Death Canyon on the way up to Static Peak divide (did not make the last mile due to snow unfortunately). I dont know what was better, the views from the Divide or the 5 moose we saw. The second path from the junction enters the lengthy ravine that drains into Phelps Lake (Death Canyon), which is the most popular destination in the area. Whether you camped at Death Canyon or Death Canyon Shelf, youll still need to walk toward Fox Creek Pass (9,600 ft.). Distant views of Fossil Mountain, Mount Bannon, Mount Jedediah Smith, and Battleship Mountain can be seen. Death Canyon itself is by Self. 09.10 Buck Mountain Pass. 278 points submitted 10 hours ago by Awanderingleaf to r/backpacking. It's a really steep up from the valley floor to Static Peak Divide. The Divide is 8 miles from the Death Canyon Trailhead and Hurricane Pass is 7.3 miles ahead. Death Canyon itself is incredible and dates back some 15,000 years. If you miss the last boat, its a long two-plus miles around Jenny Lake. This can be hazardous for those not acclimated to high altitude. But most visitors will head back from here, returning the way they came. Death Canyon is a lighter trafficked trail than the other canyons in Grand Teton National Park, such as Cascade Canyon and Paintbrush Canyon, so if you are looking to escape the crowds, this is a nice hike for your list. Heres how to do it.