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Summary: this is an absolutely magnificent hike with several great conclusions. You can join it to the death canyon trail for a loop hike, through hike the 30 mile teton crest trail (my recommendation), or hike an out and back to marion lake. The hike starts from the top of rendezvous mt above 10,000 feet (unless you really want to make the climb from 4,000 feet yourself). It drops down to a valley and then climbsup the opposite ridgeline. If hiked in mid summer the wildflowers are absolutely fantastic. The trail is easy to follow the entire length but a map is nessicary as not all the trail junctions are well signed. After a brisk climb, aquamarine marion lake is a magnificent lunch spot or a camp for the night. Then another steep climb takes you to the ridge you will follow to the death canyon shelf. Magnificent views abound and there is no shortage of clear cold streams. this hike is a steep up and down that rarely drops below 8,000 feet so dont overestimate yourself Trailhead: In downtown jackson take the exit to wilson on hwy22. Follow it to the moose-wilson road and turn toward teton village. Park at the Jackson Hole Ski resort and take the rendezvous mt tram to the top. (Lat:43.59707 Lon:-110.87115) Trail Guides for south teton crest trail: jackson hole hikes by rebecca woods (alpenbooks) teton trails by katy duffy (grand teton natural history assc) Best Seasons: Fall, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Horses, Ranger Contact: jenny lake station, grand teton national park 307-739-3300 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Joshua Wilson, who has posted 18 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Jason on 11/8/2004 Absolutely amazing scenery. Some of the most pristine landscape available.
Reviewed by carl on 5/7/2004 From Table Mountain to Alaska Basin to Death Canyon Shelf to Spearhead this area is top notch! I'd do it again in a minute, in fact I'm planning on going back this summer! Get out there and hike this one, but keep it a secret! Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Wyoming Hiking, Wyoming Trails, Wyoming Hikes, Teton County Hiking, Teton County Trails, Teton County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||