Disappointment Peak (Wyoming) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Disappointment Peak
Forested just below its summit, Disappointment Peak lies below Grand Teton and partially obscures Garnet Canyon in this image
Highest point
Elevation	11,623 ft (3,543 m)
Prominence	418 ft (127 m)
Geography
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Location	Grand Teton National Park, Teton County, Wyoming, U.S.
Parent range	Teton Range
Topo map	USGS Grand Teton
Climbing
First ascent	Phil Smith and others 1925
Easiest route	Technical class 4 to 5.12c

Disappointment Peak is a mountain found in the Teton Range of Wyoming. It's located inside Grand Teton National Park, right next to the much larger Grand Teton mountain. This peak stands tall at 11,623 feet (3,543 m) (about 3,543 meters) and is part of a group of rugged mountains called the Cathedral Group.

Disappointment Peak is known for its challenging climbing routes. It sits north of Garnet Canyon and west of Amphitheater and Surprise lakes.

How Did Disappointment Peak Get Its Name?

The mountain got its interesting name in 1925. A group of four climbers from Colorado, led by Phil Smith, set out to climb the famous Grand Teton.

However, they ran into a big problem on this peak. They found a steep drop of about 450 foot (140 m) that blocked their way to the saddle between the two mountains.

After trying to rappel down without success, they felt very disappointed. So, they decided to name the peak "Disappointment Peak." Later, they were happy to learn that they had actually made the first climb of this mountain.

Climbing Disappointment Peak

Disappointment Peak offers many different ways to climb it. Some of these routes are considered the most difficult in the entire Teton Range.

Climbers need special skills and equipment to tackle this mountain. The routes range from moderately hard to extremely challenging. This makes it a popular spot for experienced mountaineers.