Backcountry Camping Trails
This collection features essential backcountry camping zones within Garnet Canyon in Grand Teton National Park. These sites serve as primary base camps for mountaineers attempting to summit the Grand, Middle, and South Tetons. Elevations range from subalpine meadows to the high-altitude Lower Saddle at 11,600 feet. Each zone offers distinct terrain, including rocky glacial moraines, natural boulder shelters at the Caves, and designated tent platforms designed to protect fragile alpine vegetation.
Platform Campsites
High-altitude campsites in Garnet Canyon featuring wooden platforms designed to protect sensitive alpine soil and vegetation from tent impact.
Lower Saddle
High-altitude camp situated at 11,600 feet between the Grand and Middle Teton. It serves as the primary staging area for technical summit attempts.
Moraines
Rocky camping area in upper Garnet Canyon situated on glacial debris. It provides a staging point for climbs on the Middle Teton and Disappointment Peak.
Caves
Backcountry sites in Garnet Canyon characterized by large overhanging boulders that provide natural shelter from wind and alpine weather.
Garnet Meadows
Subalpine camping area in Garnet Canyon offering access to various climbing routes and the Middle Teton via a less exposed approach than the higher camps.
South Fork
Remote camping zone in the upper reaches of Garnet Canyon’s southern branch, used primarily for access to Nez Perce and Cloudveil Dome.
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