Dispersed Camping
Lower Paintbrush — Grand Teton National Park
Lower Paintbrush in Grand Teton National Park offers a dispersed camping experience surrounded by rugged mountain terrain. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during spring and fall to highs in the 70s during summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the scenic Jenny Lake and the challenging trails of Cascade Canyon.
Description
This strenuous 19 mile loop takes you up Paintbrush Canyon, over Paintbrush Divide to Lake Solitude, and back out Cascade Canyon. The trail offers some of the most spectacular views in the park, with the 10,700ft Paintbrush Divide offering panoramic views of Mount Moran, Mount Woodring, and Rockchuck Peak. From Lake Solitude, hikers have a direct view of the Grand Teton and Mount Owen. Hikers should plan on a full day to hike the loop. Before attempting the loop, stop by the Jenny Lake Ranger Station to speak with a ranger about conditions on Paintbrush Divide, as the divide often holds snow until mid-July and can be dangerous if attempted without the proper snow equipment.
Fee Info
$45 for advanced reservations, booked through Recreation.gov $35 for walk-in permits
Reservation Info
Requests for advance reservations are only accepted beginning January 6, 2021 through May 15, 2021. All reservations are processed through Recreation.gov in real-time. To facilitate your reservation experience, please establish an account on Recreation.gov prior to the advance reservation season.
A non-refundable service fee of $45 will be charged for each reservation (fee is per trip, not per person). One-third of the sites are reserved in advance, leaving two-thirds available for walk-in permits. Walk-in permits will be assessed a $35 fee per trip.
Some camping zones fill quickly. Download the backcountry trip planner to review regulations and a map showing the authorized camping zones. Individual party reservations can consist of up to six people. Groups of 7-12 people must camp in designated group sites indicated on the brochure map. View maps of the backcountry camping zones.
Location
Lower Paintbrush — Grand Teton National Park is located in Wyoming
Directions
Paintbrush Canyon-Cascade Canyon is a strenuous 19 mile (30.6 km) loop trail, with 4350ft elevation gain. Trail obstacles include bridge crossings, steps, exposed roots and rocks, and steep switchbacks. Trail crosses a skree field that holds snow late in the year.
Coordinates
43.80212198929231 N
110.76384484041378 W
Detours Nearby
Shadow Mountain Designated Campsite 1
34 min away
Targhee National Forest Reunion Flat Group Campground
1 hr 37 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 17 min from Idaho Falls
- 3 hrs from Pocatello
- 4 hrs 31 min from Bozeman
- 4 hrs 38 min from Logan
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
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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