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South District Lakes Phelps Lake Campground

Phelps Lake Campground is a backcountry camping area in Grand Teton National Park accessible via a 2-mile hike from the Death Canyon Trailhead, offering primitive tent sites with designated camping zones and bear-resistant food storage canisters (provided free with permits).

A wilderness permit is required for all overnight stays ($35 walk-in or $45 advance reservation); campsites accommodate 1-6 people and offer sandy beach access for swimming and water-based activities.

The lake sits at 6,633 feet elevation surrounded by the Teton Range, with opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, and fishing (Wyoming license required).


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