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Alta, Wyoming
Explore Jenny Lake, WY
4.9To get here, Is very easy. Heading north out of Jackson Wyoming, just follow the signs once you enter Grand Teton National Park for the route to Jenny Lake. You can make this a day trip for hiking the lake or you can grab a spot on its shore line for a day of swimming and relaxation. If you're lo...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Photograph on Cottonwood Creek
If you are looking for a location in the Tetons to take some photos that is a little different, this is a great spot. So many people go to Jenny Lake to hike, take the boat or canoes out and do photography, but not many people spend time along this small stream. The wildflowers around this area a...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Hidden Falls & Jenny Lake Loop
4.17.77 mi / 571 ft gainYou will find great views of the Tetons throughout this trek, which takes you past the gorgeous Jenny Lake and String Lake, as well as to Hidden Falls, a massive cascade along a river with many other waterfalls and awesome sights. There is also lots of wildlife in this area, including foxes, marm...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Hike to Lake Solitude
5.016.5 mi / 2600 ft gainStart out at South Jenny Lake.You have the option to take a ferry boat to the other side of the lake to make the journey shorter. If you want to take the ferry, it's about $15 and saves you an extra 4 miles RT.So from South Jenny Lake you hike along the south-west shore of Jenny Lake to the inter...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Hike to Jenny Lake's Inspiration Point
4.72.2 mi / 450 ft gainA relatively easy hike. Getting to the trailhead requires a short boat ride across Jenny Lake from the south side. Alternatively, it is possible to walk around the lake as well. Starting from the boat dock, the trail is only a ~0.8 mile climb to Inspiration Point (1.6 miles round trip). Shortly ...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Hike to Lake of the Crags
6 mi / 2765 ft gainThe unmarked trek up to Lake of the Crags is a hidden gem in Grand Teton National Park, unknown or untried by many. From the Jenny Lake trailhead, follow the path down to the lake and then around the western edge, headed toward Inspiration Point. Shortly after you enter the tree line, you'll see ...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Camp at the Jenny Lake Campground
5.0The Jenny Lake campground is by far the most popular campground in Grand Teton National Park, and there are several reasons for that. However, be aware that it is extremely crowded and will oftentimes fill before 8 AM. If you are looking for a campground with solitude or easy access, this is not ...Read more -
Jackson, Wyoming
Whitewater Raft the Grand Canyon of the Snake River
5.0If you have never been whitewater rafting, you should definitely go for the first time to the Grand Canyon of the Snake River. It's an amazing experience, and you can float the river in about two hours depending on the water levels. Afterwards, you can spend the rest of the day at nearby Jackson ...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Hidden Falls Trail
5.01.08 mi / 197 ft gainHidden Falls Trail is a relatively short and easy hiking trail to Hidden Falls in Grand Teton National Park. To access this trail you can either hike here from the Jenny Lake Trailhead or the Leigh Lake Trailhead, or take a much quicker route by ferrying across Jenny Lake to the start of the Hidd...Read more -
Moose, Wyoming
Photograph the Grand Teton at the Snake River Overlook
4.7The Snake River Overlook is a well-known stopping point in Grand Teton National Park and for good reason. You get a spectacular view of the Snake River leading up to the Grand Teton. Many people have seen Ansel Adam's famous black and white photo captured here.Visiting the overlook is great at al...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Summit Table Mountain
4.811 mi / 4000 ft gainTo climb Table Mountain you begin at the Teton Canyon Trailhead near Driggs, Idaho. The trailhead sits at about 6,800 feet elevation and from there you have two options to reach the 11,106 ft. peak -neither of which are technical, and both of which are dog-friendly.The first option, named Huckleb...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Paddle String Lake and Leigh Lake
4.5Whether you have your own canoe, kayak, or stand up paddle board or you need to rent, paddling the String Lake and Leigh Lake circuit is a less beaten path through Grand Teton National Park. Upon entering the park (or whenever you're ready for this portion of your trip), head straight for Dornan'...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Paintbrush Canyon Loop and Leigh Lake Overnight
5.022 mi / 4400 ft gainThere are many ways to access the Teton backcountry. However, one of my personal favorites is from Leigh Lake via the String Lake trailhead. From the backcountry office obtain a backcountry permit for 2 nights at Leigh Lake. Site 12 has some of the more impressive beachfront views of the Front Ra...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Leigh Lake via String Lake Trailhead
4.82.84 miLeigh Lake is absolutely stunning with about as many recreational activities as you can imagine for a lake. It is a short flat one mile hike from the trailhead at String Lake to Leigh. Once you get there can go as far along as you wish along the 2 mile lakeshore. You can also Kayak, Canoe, or SUP...Read more -
Jenny Lake, Wyoming
Paintbrush Canyon to Holly Lake
5.012.84 mi / 2575 ft gainThis day-long adventure takes off from the Paintbrush Canyon Trailhead. The trailhead is located north of the very popular Jenny Lake along String Lake Rd. It took us about 7 and half hours including an hour lunch break to hike up and down from about 6,900 feet to 9,300 feet, an early start is de...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Paintbrush and Cascade Canyons Loop
5.018.77 mi / 4088 ft gainThis is one of the most picturesque and popular overnight trails in the Tetons for a reason. The trailhead is located at the String Lake parking lot. The trail constantly changes at every turn; be ready to experience a wide variety of gorgeous scenes from lush dense forests, scattered waterfalls,...Read more
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