Garnet Canyon

Garnet Canyon is a glacially carved canyon on the eastern side of Wyoming’s Teton Range in Grand Teton National Park and one of the range’s principal mountaineering access routes. Formed by retreating glaciers whose last maximum came about 15,000 years ago, it is approached from Lupine Meadows by a steep trail crossing forest, switchbacks, and a large lateral moraine. A boulderfield at the canyon’s mouth creates a natural barrier requiring Class 3 scrambling. Higher in, the canyon divides into north and south forks that lead to saddles providing access to Grand Teton, Middle Teton, South Teton, and Disappointment Peak. It remains important for both climbing and backcountry travel.

Wyoming · United States