South Fork Cascade Canyon Trail Explained

South Fork Cascade Canyon Trail
Location:Teton Range
Length Mi:5.6
Trailheads:Forks of Cascade Canyon
Use:Hiking
Elev Change:Approximate gain of 2200feet
Highest Name:Hurricane Pass
Highest Ft:10338
Lowest Name:Forks of Cascade Canyon
Lowest Ft:8100
Difficulty:Strenuous
Season:Summer to Fall
Sights:Teton Range
Hazards:Severe weather

The South Fork Cascade Canyon Trail is a 5.6miles long hiking trail in Grand Teton National Park in the U.S. state of Wyoming.[1] The trail begins at the Forks of Cascade Canyon and extends to Hurricane Pass. A short connector trail just before Hurricane Pass leads to Schoolroom Glacier.[2] From the Forks of Cascade Canyon and most of the way through South Cascade Canyon, backcountry camping is allowed with a permit.[3] The South Fork Cascade Canyon Trail is also part of the Teton Crest Trail its entire length and to the south beyond Hurricane Pass lies Alaska Basin.

43.7635°N -110.7638°W

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Notes and References

  1. Topoquest (USGS Quads). Grand Teton, WY. 2012-06-02.
  2. Web site: Day Hikes. National Park Service. 2012-06-02. February 2012.
  3. Web site: Backcountry Camping. National Park Service. 2012-06-02. October 2006.