PSA: I did the Teton Crest Trail clockwise versus counter-clockwise last August

Honestly, the clockwise route had us climbing the steepest part in the hot afternoon sun, which was brutal. The counter-clockwise group we met had a shaded morning ascent and way better campsite views. Anyone else have a strong opinion on direction for that loop?

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stella6273d ago

Isn't that just how life works, like @irisross finding the sun a gift?

irisross3d ago

We went clockwise in late September and that afternoon sun was actually a gift. It warmed up the Death Canyon Shelf when the air was crisp, and we had Hurricane Pass to ourselves for sunset. The steep climb just meant we got the hard part done early with full energy.