Absolutely stunning. The Death Canyon Trailhead is located one mile down a rutted, dirt road. When we hiked this trail (on the way to the Static Peak Divide), we saw four moose and not one single person, making this one of our favorite hiking experiences in Grand Teton National Park. Terrain is simple all the way to the summit and there is a well maintained trail for 90% of the route. The hike was exhausting, especially pushing up the summit, but as my first summit hike, the views and breeze up Static Peak were worth it, indescribable. take a water filter as plenty of good water before you hit the divide. A great long day hike (7-10 hours) or side trip from the Alaska Basin trail which traverses the shoulder of Static Peak at 10,790 ft. Didn’t see any bears today. The best surprises was the swarm of ladybugs at the summit. water fall , bears, views. It's no doubt a challenge--both the distance and elevation will get you so plan on a full day and bring PLENTY of water and snacks. Once at the divide. Had my late lunch up there and saw some bear cubs near the completion of the trail by Phelps Lake. However, the hike is very strenuous due to the length and the elevation gain. Keep climbing to the north on rocky, stunning trail until you get to Static Peak Divide, the route's 10,800' high point at the 7.7-mile mark. The hike up to Static Peak Divide in Grand Teton National Park gives you breathtaking views of Phelps Lake, takes you through the stunning Death Canyon, and delivers breathtaking views as you near the divide itself. Saw 2 bear cubs and ran into a big horned sheep on the trail. Our water filter saved the day as we had ran out of water near the divide. Check out more with this vlog we made! If you’re looking to sneak in a summit session in the Tetons, but don’t have the equipment or technical experience to reach the top of one of the famous Teton peaks, then the hike up to Static Peak … Lake Creek-Woodland Trail Loop. Thank you God! People frequently see moose and black bears along this hike. It’s essentially a straight upwards trek all the way to Static Peak. Very sunny on way down - bring sunscreen for sure. Built by Fred Barr over several years in the 1900s and re-done by the U.S. Forest Service in the late 50s, it provides a well-maintained route that takes you 13.5 mile to the top from its starting point in Manitou Springs. Teton Crest Trail. The Static Peak Divide Trail is a very strenuous, 16.3 m/26.2 km RT hike with 5,100ft of elevation gain. Bring a lot of water and fill up along the way with filters. Along the way, you'll pass just below the summits of Albright Peak, Static Peak and Buck Mountain. Incredible vistas from this non technical summit in … The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from April until September. The view from Static Peak makes you work for it, but it’s definitely a must do in Teton. Pretty trail, great views, black bears present toward trail head. it will gas you. However, it is not for the faint of heart. Great views from the top and a lovely, though exhausting, hike overall. Static Peak rises to 11,303 feet and lies on the south end of the heart of the Teton Range, south of the Cathedral Group and north of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Be the first to submit your climbing note! Length 16.8 mi Elevation gain 5,423 ft Route type Out & Back I wound up making it to the top in about 5.5 hours and back down in 3. Bring a lot of water and fill up along the way with filters. Long hike but very pretty and tests your endurance! If you are trying to hike fast (running portions) you can do this in 5.5-7 hours. Along the Teton Crest Trail , you can hit all of Grand Teton National Park’s most … I personally loved it, it’s mentally and physically challenging. Static Peak is a 27.0 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Moose, Wyoming that offers scenic views and is rated as difficult. you can see moose, deer, elk, an bears. Enjoy wildflower fields, lakes, and waterfalls. Def would have been a lot easier with crampons. The views along the hike to Static Peak from the Death Canyon Trailhead are incredible. We started late morning, sometime after 10AM and did not see a single bear. Coming down was much easier than up, but I guess this is usually the case for steep hikes. A google Earth flyover tour of the hike to the summit of Static Peak via Death Canyon and the Static Peak Divide trail in Grand Teton National Park in … I always recommend carrying bug spray - bugs were out, but didn’t have to use it. Very. We started the trail at 6:30 and summited just after 11:30. views are breathtaking up top. There’s a reason it’s called Static Peak. Located 104 miles southwest of Cody Wyoming. beautiful views and hike regardless Views were stunning and worth it! About ~1 mile from the trailhead, there’s a sign that says “4x4 recommended”, with a little parking lot nearby. Distant views of Fossil Mountain, Mount Bannon, Mount Jedediah Smith, and Battleship Mountain can be seen. From the divide, the trail splits with Alaska Basin Shelf and heads west, into the Jedediah Smith Wilderness. The 16-mile round-trip trail rises to 10,790 feet above sea level, making it the highest hikeable mountain pass within park boundaries. I parked 2/5 mile from the trailhead and the total distance was 20.53 miles. In hindsight, my Subaru Crosstrek definitely could've made it to the trailhead, but I didn't know the condition of the road past a real rough spot with some water where I parked. The trail out and back took me 7 hours - 4 hrs up, 3 hrs down. The hardest part of the whole hike is climbing the last stretch to the peak (again, worth it). The hike up is class 3 (so says Wikipedia), so anyone who can scramble over rocks can make it.. The hike was exhausting, especially pushing up the summit, but as my first summit hike, the views and breeze up Static Peak were worth it, indescribable. Consider things such as access and accommodation at the base of Static Peak (Colorado), as well as the logistics of climbing to the summit. truly a breathtaking experience but be prepared for seemingly endless switchbacks and traversing snow into late July. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-3DlrRX9V8&t=1s Shoutout to Heather and Keely for the cookie dough ice cream if you all are reading this! The fun is just beginning. I would recommend starting at or before 7am. The view from the Peak was unparalleled, even with the forest fire haze. Not a lot of shade and some pretty steep drop offs on the trail. About 3.5-4 hours up, 2.5-3 hours down (the downhill is just as challenging as the uphill!). After 8 hours of hiking, managing foot hot spots and eating constantly, we stood on the peak. Plenty of people to keep bears away at the beginning but the further up you go, the less people there are. Our water filter saved the day as we had ran out of water near the divide. Sunny throughout the day. I live 1 hour away. There are a couple of streams in the middle of the hike to fill up your bottles if you have a filter but I wound up not needing to with my 2 liter camelback, a nalgene and another bottle. Decent view at the top, but for me the ends did not justify the means. The gravel road isn't in great shape. The little snow left at the top was either avoidable or easy and short to cross. 1) The trailhead is the Death Canyon Trialhead, your phone’s GPS will bring you right there. Barr Trail is the main route to hike Pikes Peak and the only trail that will take you to the summit. Either way, if you decide to play safe, it’s about 2 miles extra round trip. If you want to go light there is water at 3.8 miles and again at 5.8 so a couple fill ups there will get you through. Long and hard trail. There are no technical portions to this climb to where it is all rated Class 1 or easy Class 2 on the climbing scale. This is the easiest and shortest hike leaving from the Rockefeller Preserve. Push through the pain – it's totally worth reaching the top! One of the best trails in Teton National Park. We then travelled NW in old growth forest with occasional mountain azalea brush. The road to the trailhead is kind of rough and not little/ low car friendly - had to park about a mile from trailhead. If you are entering on foot, horse, or bike the fee is $20 per person. Static Peak Divide is best accessed in summer after the snow melts, and in fall before the first snow arrives. Turn right and drive another 2 miles to the end of the road. We scrambled the rock ridge which was easy and fine to get back on the trail. Static Peak, at 11,303′, is a barren peak with no protection in case the weather comes up. Many hikers refer to it as a hidden favorite, as its difficulty and length make this summit accessible only to experienced folks looking for a challenge. Peak(s): Mt. For overnight backpackers, the trail does not stop at Hurricane Pass but actually continues southward along what is known and the Teton Crest Trail. There is no longer snow on the trail (as of 8/6/19). Follow an excellent trail network (with good signage, too) to Death Canyon and from there to Static Peak Divide. went about 1/2 way (4.6 mi) before I started getting hailed on and the rain was drenching. The road really isn’t that terrible, just drive slowly and attentively and you should be fine—I witnessed every sort of car imaginable do it. I parked there to be safe, but honestly wish I didn’t. Hiking info, trail maps, and 6 trip reports from Static Peak (11,303 ft) in the Teton Range of Wyoming It’s a pretty long hike, but definitely achievable! Static Peak is one of the premier summit hikes in the Teton Range that does not involve scrambling or technical climbing. No shade on most of the route until after 5pm. North South Highway: Moose to Rockefeller Parkway, Death Canyon Trailhead to Jenny Lake Dock, Granite Canyon and Teton Crest Trail Loop, Taggart Lake, Lake Taminah, Shoshoko Falls, Mount Hunt Ridge via Open Canyon Trail and Phelps Lake. July and August are the best mon no technical areas just stamina needed. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from April until September. The trail to it is very circuitous though. Distance: 16.8 miles. Static Peak is a 16.8 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Moose, Wyoming that offers scenic views and is rated as difficult. close to waterfalls there are fresh raspberry if you go in August. there were three points in the last leg that I had to rely on an ice axe and was thankful to have crampons. beware the climb at the lake on the return. I definitely recommend crampons for a couple of areas, but I still managed it without putting them on (I was too lazy to get them out of my bag). Fun hike! The summit of Static Peak rises from the intersection of the north-south ridge that connects Nokhu Crags with Mount Richthofen and Static Peak’s east ridge that separates Box Canyon on the south from the American Lakes basin on the north. Static Peak (Colorado) Climbing Notes. Had an amazing time going to Static Peak this summer. Saw a few bears. Static Peak, just south of Buck Mountain, is a beautiful Teton summit that requires no climbing or scrambling whatsoever. We left the trail when it started to go east as we wanted the summit of Static Peak instead. The first, and longest, trail here is the Death Canyon-Static Peak Trail Junction. About 17 miles of hiking is difficult no matter what, but since it's pretty much all uphill on the way there and pretty much all downhill on the way back, Static Peak truly tests both your mental fortitude and your physical endurance. Hands down one of the most beautiful hikes I've ever been on. Neota, 11,734' Date Posted: Worth the craziness of the elevation change. Richtofen, 12,940' Static Peak, 12,571' The Electrode, 12,018' Lulu Mountain, 12,228' Thunder Mountain, 12,040' Mt. Whoa it was spectacular! 3) I finished my 2 liter bladder alongside another liter of filtered water (there are a decent amount of streams). The road is not recommended for vehicles with low clearance. Completed on 7/3. The hike up to Static Peak Divide in Grand Teton National Park gives you breathtaking views of Phelps Lake, takes you through the stunning Death Canyon, and delivers breathtaking views as you near the divide itself. Amazing views. The Death Canyon area on Moose-Wilson Road is next. Foliage is thick on first part, bear spray is a must. Exercise caution when driving down the Death Canyon Road and pull fully off of the road if parking on the shoulder. the recording is a little funky and cut off a bunch of corners. Recommend starting early to beat the heat! If you make it up to Static Peak Divide, and you have a … I would 100% recommend bringing a minimum of 3 liters of water. Hiking Static Peak Divide: The Static Peak Divide Trail is a long, rewarding day hike with some of the most striking views that Grand Teton National Park has to offer. I hit the trail around 10am and parked 0.8 miles away from the start of the trailhead because I questioned my old Toyota corolla’s ability so I had that to make up but it was only about 20 mins. Elevation: 5,423 ft. It’s a long hard days walk but I’d definitely recommend it. Route finding is straight forward and there’s no ice left at all so don’t bother with an ice axe and there’s no scree to deal with either. I would recommend hiking poles (I didn't have any but wish I had) and make sure to bring extra water – I drank 3 liters. The Static Peak Divide Trail is a very strenuous, 16.3 m/26.2 km RT hike with 5,100ft of elevation gain. Beautiful trail with excellent views. Trail Length: 16.8 miles; Elevation Gain: 5,423 feet; Static Peak is a beloved trail in Grand Teton for experienced hikers and those looking to bag a gorgeous peak in the park. Bonus - turn right off the trail to tag Static Peak summit (11,302). Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center or the Jenny Lake Ranger Station. Up close to Buck Mountain and beautiful scenery. Static Peak Divide starts at a junction off of the Death Canyon Trail near the Death Canyon Barn and climbs steeply to Static Peak Divide. Saw a grizzly and two cubs climbing a tree early into the hike and a tree fell right in front of us at the end. Amazing hike! its colder in the mountains than the campgrounds. There was a little bit of snow on the trail nearing the top, but easily maneuvered around. 2) This hike is not for the faint of heart. I worked in GTNP all of last summer and explored most trails in the park, this was one of my favorites. The views of Phelps Lake and Death Canyon along the way are spectacular. About two miles away from static divide. The hike features dramatic views of Buck Mountain, Prospector Mountain, Death Canyon, and the Death Canyon Shelf. Park at the Death Canyon Trailhead for access to the Static Peak Divide Trail. Once you reach the "divide" where you can see back down to the east, I ran into quite a bit of snow. I hiked 18.8 miles including the distance to my car. Good foot holds. Static Peak. on the way down cool off in the river near the cabin. From here you'll contour northwest on Buck Mountain Pass with that namesake monarch looming above you. However, you can bypass a decent amount of it and other parts you can go over. I’ve seen bears at the end of both later starts of this hike. Most of the hike is switchbacks, but they are gradual and I didn’t think they were that bad (experienced hiker). This trail offers incredible views of Phelps Lake, Death Canyon and Jackson Hole. The “scramble” to the top is hardly a scramble at all— there’s a path all the way to the top! There was a grizzly right off the road in the woods on my walk to the trailhead in the morning and a grizzly cub on my walk back to my car after the hike - highly recommend carrying bear spray! I love this hike so much been doing it 2-3 times a year for past 3 years. Static Peak is one of the best options if you want to see the Tetons and Jackson Hole from atop a mountain without needing climbing gear. I honestly thought it would be steeper and it was all very manageable. Circling Jenny Lake, hikers on this… You can also purchase a park specific annual pass for $70. Do this hike, especially if summiting a peak is your goal. trail is in excellent shape. There is some tree cover for the majority of the hike. The 11,303-foot peak in the Southern Tetons offers a rewarding objective for the ambitious hiker along with stunning scenery. Trekking poles helpful. Trail Reviews: Static Peak – Grand Teton National Park. Static Peak (11,308 feet (3,447 m)) is located in the Teton Range, Grand Teton National Park, in the U.S. state of Wyoming. Beautiful view ok the top. Saw a bighorn sheep on the trail and a black bear eating berries, so make sure to bring bear spray. Tons of flowers along the path. Looking Down From the Summit of Static Peak More leisurely but still on task 7.5-8.5. Death Canyon-Static Peak Trail Junction. Both Albright and Static Peaks are class 2 climbs in the Tetons. stopped at turned around st the cabin. Make sure you make it to the top which involves making your own trail at times but you get to see the other side of the mountain and it’s gorgeous!! However, with fewer visitors, this trail feels much quieter. The trail is a rock climbers route to Static Point which has solid rock for that recreation. To see the tops of the Tetons from above is unbeatable so it was worth every step. Snow for days. Bring a jacket as it can be cold and very windy at the top. Beyond Hurricane Pass... Alaska Basin, Static Peak Divide, Death Canyon Trailhead. Grand Teton National Park charges a fee to enter. Trail Description: The hike to Static Peak Divide in Grand Teton National Park begins from the Death Canyon Trailhead. Thankfully there was runoff from melting snow. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZ0y4Z7uAvA&t=6s. Took us 5.5 hours to get up and 3 hours to get down. Very crowded trail as it presents some of the best views of the Tetons in the park. We came from Granite Canyon Trailhead to the TCT and then to Static Peak and ended at Death Canyon. Thankfully there was runoff from melting snow. Would definitely recommend! No real good sights along the trek until the top. Please submit any useful information about climbing Static Peak (Colorado) that may be useful to other climbers. Beautiful hike, but definitely grueling. Beautiful trail with great scenery. The Death Canyon to Static Peak Divide Junction Trail is a strenuous, 7.9 m/12.7 km RT out and back trail with 2,100ft of elevation gain. The views are absolutely stunning from the top of Static Peak. There’s a seemingly never-ending amount of steep switchbacks. This and Solitude Lake are my two favorite hikes in the Tetons. Amazing views Static Peak, Tetons A 16.5 mile out and back to the walk-up summit of Static Peak 11,303. Fantastic views reward your elevation and mileage. Awe, wonder, all those cliche words you can think of, I believe I felt all those and more at the summit. Started trail at 7 am (was shaded most of the way up and cool... very hot and a lot of full sun area on the trail back down). Marion Lake and camping on the Death Canyon Shelf were major highlights. Death Canyon to Static Peak Divide is a 15.4 mile hike with 4,000 feet elevation gain. Kinda need to squint for the trail near the summit at the end, but great hike. Although the ascent of Static Peak is technically easy, it is not easy as an aerobic exercise, for the total climb is about 5300' and covers approximately 19 miles RT. To reach the trailhead from Moose Junction, turn left onto Moose-Wilson Road and drive roughly 3 miles south to reach the turn-off for the Death Canyon Trailhead. 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