Climb the Grand Teton
ClimbHard$$$3 daysSummer2 training
What it takes
Climbing the 13,770-foot Grand Teton is a premier alpine mountaineering experience, typically involving 14–15 miles of hiking, 7,000 feet of elevation gain, and5.4–5.8 class technical rock climbing. Most climbers use a 2–3 day itinerary, staying at the Lower Saddle, or do a very long single-day push (16+ hours) starting from Lupine Meadows
Injury Prevention for This Adventure
These are the most common injuries for climb athletes over 50. A few minutes of targeted prehab each week can keep you on track.