Where is Signal Mountain?
Usa, north-america
8 km
2,355 m
moderate
Year-round
Alright, adventurers, let’s talk Signal Mountain! This peak punches way up to 7,726 feet in Wyoming's Teton County, practically kissing the sky. You'll find it in the northwest corner of the state, not too far from Idaho.
The road up? A sweet, paved 5-mile ribbon called Signal Mountain Road that winds its way to the top. Keep an eye on the speed limit – it's a chill 30 mph kinda climb.
Heads up: this beauty is nestled in Grand Teton National Park, so the road's usually snoozing from November 1st to April 30th, depending on how much snow Mother Nature dumps.
The climb from Teton Park Road isn’t too brutal, gaining 1,105 feet with a gentle gradient of just over 4%. But leave the RV and trailer at home, folks, they aren’t allowed on this trip!
Is it worth the trek? Absolutely! Budget about 30 minutes for the round trip (not including stops). You'll be treated to jaw-dropping panoramic views of the Tetons, the valleys below, the flat glacial plains, Jackson Lake, and the snaking Snake River. The summit's observation area will have you gasping at the views north over the Snake River and west toward the majestic Teton Range. Get ready to fill up that memory card!
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Length
- 8 km
- Max Elevation
- 2,355 m
- Difficulty
- moderate
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