About
Length (round trip)2 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyEasy
Elevation gain470 ft up
Typical time1 hr 30 min
TrailheadDeath Canyon trailhead
SurfaceForest switchbacks
Best seasonJuly to September. Canyon trails hold snow into July and high passes into August.
DogsNot allowed
AccessibilityThe Phelps Lake Overlook is an easy, 2 mi (3.2 km) RT out and back hike with 470 ft (140 m) of elevation gain and an average slope of 11%. The trail gains elevation approaching the overlook, and includes obstacles such as exposed roots and rock.
What you'll see 🌄 Big views🏞️ Lake

Take an easy, out and back hike to an overlook for views of Phelps Lake. The trail travels through a forested section before opening up at the Phelps Lake Overlook. The overlook places hikers high above Phelps Lake and provides views of the lake and valley. Those looking to access Phelps Lake will need to continue another mile down to the lakeshore.

Tips
A short sharp climb to a bench above the lake. The last mile of the Death Canyon road is rough - many cars park early and walk it.
Location

Showing Grand Teton National Park — we don't have this trail's own trailhead coordinates yet.

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