Talked to a ranger in the Tetons who changed my trail plan

I was set on doing the Paintbrush Canyon loop in three days, but she pointed out a spot on the map where a new bridge washed out last spring, making the creek crossing too risky for solo hikers. She suggested the Teton Crest Trail instead, which adds a day but has way better views and safer passes. Has anyone done the Crest Trail lately and know what the snowpack is like on Hurricane Pass?

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claire_hayes356d agoMost Upvoted

My cousin broke his ankle on Hurricane Pass last July.

xenarobinson6d ago

Pack a satellite messenger for that trail.

finley_bennett286d ago

Honestly sounds like the ranger was just being overly careful. People cross sketchy spots solo all the time if they're careful. That bridge being out is probably not a huge deal unless the water is super high. And a broken ankle on Hurricane Pass could happen on any rocky trail, it's not some special death trap. The Crest Trail is amazing but adding a whole extra day is a big change for one washed out bridge.