First Grand Teton trip 3 day itinerary + Phelps Lake in October
Hi! I’m visiting Grand Teton for the first time and will be there for about 3 days. I’m hoping to visit Phelps Lake on Oct. 4 and possibly swim if conditions are reasonable.
Has anyone been there in early October? I don’t mind very cold water, but I’m wondering whether swimming is still common this time of year or if the lake is generally too cold by then.
I’d also appreciate any feedback on my itinerary or suggestions for things I’m missing.
Today: Arrive around 2 PM, set up camp at Shadow Mountain, then visit Mormon Row, Schwabacher Landing, Snake River Overlook, and Oxbow Bend around sunset.
Tomorrow: Start early and hike Delta Lake. I’ll have some time afterward before going into Jackson for dinner and walking around town.
Day 3: Phelps Lake in the morning, then I’m open to suggestions before heading toward Yellowstone.
Anything you’d add, skip, or rearrange? Thanks!
