OverviewMount Glory is located in the Teton Range less than 1 mile north of Teton Pass and close to Wilson and Jackson Wyoming. Mount Glory has two summits. The northern summit is at 10,032'. It's southern, higher and more popular summit is at 10,086'.
Mount Glory from the south. |
Taylor Mountain is the 1037th highest peak in Wyoming and the 444th highest 10er in Wyoming.
Mount Glory lies on the southern end of the popular Teton Crest Trail, which continues north to the Grand Teton National Park. Mount Glory also provides a popular launch site for paragliding and a plethora of ski descents. Despite Mount Glory's popularity, avalanches are very common. Perhaps the most popular ski descent route is the 2,000 vertical foot Glory Bowl on Mount Glory's southeast face.
Mount Glory's Glory Bowl. |
The summit provides great views of the Taylor Mountain, northern Tetons, Idaho and Utah.
Taylor Mountain & Mount Glory. |
Getting ThereFrom Wilson, Wyoming, drive west on US 22 to Teton Pass. Hike north up the west edge of Twin Slides Slide Path to the summit. Due to Mount Glory's popularity, there is a permanent boot track during times of snow cover.
Mount Glory from Teton Pass. |
Round Trip Distance: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 1,655'Red TapeMount Glory Mountain is in the
Teton Basin Ranger District
Targhee National Forest
P.O. Box 777
Driggs, ID 83422
(208) 354-2312
CampingThe Coal Creek Campground is free and open Memorial Day - Labor Day. Select Coal Creek Trailhead from link.External LinksTeton Pass Backcountry Skiing Trip Report
Skiing Mount Glory
7 Day Forecast
Bridger-Teton National Forest Avalanche Center
Jackson Hole Snow Observations
First Hand Account of Avalanche
2004 Avalanche
2001 Avalanche Images
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