![]() Lorraine and Orrin Bonney suggested naming this peak "Mount Fryxell," although as of this writing, this is an unofficial eponym for Peak 11270. The steady climb brings you up from String Lake, through the gorgeous wildflower-filled Paintbrush Canyon and up to the most magnificent pass in the Teton Range. I urge readers to learn more about this remarkable man. The hike to Paintbrush Divide in Grand Teton National Park is phenomenal. ![]() With Robert Underhill, he made the first ascent of the North Ridge of the Grand Teton, and the first ascent of Mount Owen with Underhill, Ken Henderson, and Phil Smith. The climb up to Paintbrush Divide is tough. Finish off the first day with a tour of Lake Solitude before setting up camp in the North Fork Cascade camping area (you’ll fall asleep to the sounds of Cascade Creek). He obtained a Ph.D in Geology from the University of Chicago. Holly Lake to Paintbrush Divide After departing from Holly Lake, you will continue the slow climb up towards Paintbrush Divide, which sits at an elevation of 10,100 feet and is one of the highest elevations you can reach on a trail in the Grand Tetons. After 7.3 miles, the route crests the exposed and rocky Paintbrush Divide at 10,720 feet, then drops into Cascade Canyon. Trail crosses a skree field that holds snow late in the year. Trail obstacles include bridge crossings, steps, exposed roots and rocks, and steep switchbacks. The Leaping Dear Couloir is climber's left (South) of the summit.Įlevation gain from parking lot to summit is roughly 4100 feet.įritiof Fryxell (1900-1986) was a true alpine hard man, as well as Grand Teton National Park's first official naturalist. The Paintbrush Canyon - Cascade Canyon Loop is a very strenuous 19.9 mi (32 km) loop hike with 4,480 ft (1,365 m) elevation gain and an average slope of 9. The Northeast Couloir route ascends the large snow slope and couloir just North of the Summit of Mt Fryxell. There are couloirs on either side of the summit. You will be able to easily see the mountain and the route from here. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 34. Experience this 13.0-mile out-and-back trail near Moran, Wyoming. Length 13.0 miElevation gain 2,713 ftRoute type Out & back. ![]() Hard 4.7 (336) Grand Teton National Park. Unforgettable Rocky Mountain scenery dominates the skyline, whilst you hike past beautiful mountain lakes, into lush, airy Cascade Canyon and along the dramatic. Those planning to complete the Paintbrush-Cascade Loop should stop by the Jenny Lake Ranger Station to speak with a ranger about conditions on Paintbrush Divide, as the divide often holds snow until mid-July and can be dangerous if attempted without the proper snow equipment. After 7.3 miles, the route crests the exposed and rocky Paintbrush Divide at 10,720 feet, then drops into Cascade Canyon. Keep your camera handy as you hike past alpine lakes and scree fields, with stunning views of the jagged Tetons. Hike roughly 5.5 miles to elevation roughly 10300 ft., in upper Paintbrush Canyon. Holly Lake via Leigh Lake Trail to Paintbrush Canyon Trail. The trail wraps around the base of Rockchuck Peak and enters Paintbrush Canyon. Hike up Paint Brush Canyon until you see Mt Fryxell (Peak 11270 on USGS Mt Moran 7.5 minute quad) which is just South of Paintbrush Divide. Start hike at either Jenny Lake or String Lake Trailhead.
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