Middle Teton
Mountain Prominent Teton Range peak popular with climbers
One of the central summits in Grand Teton National Park, Middle Teton attracts experienced climbers and scramble hikers for steep routes, talus approaches and commanding views over Jackson Hole.
Middle Teton is a prominent peak in the Teton Range within Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, forming part of the Cathedral Group. It is a well-known mountaineering objective with steep faces and classic climbing routes approached commonly via Garnet Canyon.
- Climbing: Approaches typically use Garnet Canyon; the mountain is a technical objective that requires alpine experience, route finding and often ropework.
- Best season: Climbing is usually done in the summer months when alpine conditions are more stable; parties should consult park and route reports before attempting an ascent.
How to Get to Middle Teton #
Access via Grand Teton National Park. Common trailheads include Lupine Meadows (near Moose/Jackson). The nearest town is Jackson, WY; allow 30-60 minutes drive to trailheads depending on route.
Tips for Visiting Middle Teton #
- Start from Lupine Meadows trailhead for the standard approaches and a clearer sense of route-finding.
- Only experienced mountaineers should attempt Middle Teton's technical routes; hire a guide if unfamiliar with alpine rock and glacier travel.
- Weather can change rapidly; plan climbs in stable forecast windows and carry a satellite communicator in case of emergency.
Best Time to Visit Middle Teton #
Prime climbing and hiking season is summer (June-September) when weather and access are most predictable; spring and autumn see more unstable conditions.
Weather & Climate near Middle Teton #
Middle Teton's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from -16°C to 14°C. Moderate rainfall (665 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -14°C. The wettest month with 69 mm of rain.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).
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April
April is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
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May
May is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).
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July
July is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
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October
October is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).
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November
November is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).
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December
December is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).
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