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Alaska Basin Backcountry Camping
Alaska Basin Backcountry Camping is located in Wyoming, featuring rugged terrain with rocky landscapes and alpine meadows. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during the night to highs in the 70s during the day, depending on the season. Nearby, visitors can explore Grand Teton National Park and enjoy hiking trails and scenic views.
Description
State Park
The hike to Basin Lakes in the Alaska Basin begins from Teton Canyon on the west side of Grand Teton National Park. From Highway 33 in the heart of Driggs, ID, turn eastbound onto Ski Hill Road. At just over a mile you'll reach a fork in the road. Bear left here and continue on Ski Hill Road, heading towards Grand Targhee Resort. Roughly 4 miles from Highway 33 you'll reach the Wyoming state line, and will soon pass through the town of Alta. At roughly 6.4 miles you'll reach the Targhee National Forest boundary. At 6.6 miles, just after crossing over the cattle guard, turn right onto Teton Canyon Road, which soon turns into a gravel road. From the junction drive another 4.6 miles to the South Teton Canyon Trailhead, located at the end of the road. As mentioned, Teton Canyon Road is a gravel road with lots of pot holes and washboard. However, a two-wheel drive vehicle should have no problems making it if drivers take their time.
Location
Alaska Basin Backcountry Camping is located in Wyoming
Coordinates
43.701039 N
110.85438 W
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonGood
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Drinking Water
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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