OverviewTaylor Mountain is located in the Teton Range about two miles northwest of Teton Pass and close to Wilson and Jackson Wyoming.
Taylor Mountain's East Face from Mount Glory. |
Taylor Mountain is the 917th highest peak in Wyoming, but the 94th most prominent in the state and the 324th highest 10er in Wyoming.
Taylor Mountain provides a fun hike and easy scramble in summer and a plethora of ski descents in fall, winter and spring. Two avalanche-related fatalaties have occurred on Taylor Peak's east face, perhaps the most aesthetically-pleasing line Taylor has to offer.
Taylor Mountain & Mount Glory. |
The summit provides great views of the northern Tetons, Idaho and Utah.Getting ThereSummer
From Wilson, Wyoming, drive west on US 22 7.5 miles to the Coal Creek Campground, just west of Teton Pass on the north side of the road. Follow the Taylor Mountain Trail up Coal Creek to Mesquite Divide (9,197'), then west up to Taylor Mountain's north ridge. From the ridge, leave the trail and follow Taylor Mountain's north ridge to its summit. Return via the ascent route.
Round Trip Distance: 10 miles
Elevation Gain: 3,112'
Taylor Mountain form Coal Creek Campground. |
Fall, Winter & Spring
With good snow cover the easiest way to climb Taylor Mountain is from its southwest ridge.Red TapeTaylor Mountain is in the
Teton Basin Ranger District
Targhee National Forest
P.O. Box 777
Driggs, ID 83422
(208) 354-2312CampingThe Coal Creek Campground is free and open Memorial Day - Labor Day. Select Coal Creek Trailhead from link.External LinksTeton Pass Backcountry Skiing Trip Report
7 Day Forecast
Bridger-Teton National Forest Avalanche Center
Jackson Hole Snow Observations
Detailed Report on January 5, 2006 Avalanche Fatalaty
Guided Hikes up Taylor Mountain Images
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