Jenny Lake, Wyoming
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Alta, Wyoming
Patrol Cabin at Death Canyon via Death Canyon Trail
5.07.52 mi / 2000 ft gainYour adventure begins at 7,000 feet along lodge pole pines and small creeks. Just a few minutes into the hike, you will reach the Valley Trail Junction. Stay left and continue towards Death Canyon. The first mile of the trail climbs 400 feet through pine forests and aspen groves to the Phelps Lak...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Death Canyon to Fox Creek Pass
5.018.15 miDay 1: This trip begins at the Death Canyon Trailhead. Try to arrive early, as it gets crowded and various groups day hike from here. After the first few miles, you’ll encounter Phelps Lake. You’ll have several opportunities for photos, and they will all be beautiful. As you continue on, be on t...Read more -
Moran, Wyoming
Signal Mountain
5.07.72 mi / 1158 ft gainThis gorgeous hike to Signal Mountain begins from the Signal Mountain Lodge parking area. The trailhead is located on the opposite side of the entrance road from the lodge. To reach the trailhead from the parking area you can either walk westbound along the road, passing the general store, showe...Read more -
Moose, Wyoming
Snowshoe to the Cunningham Cabin
4.02 miDuring the summer and fall seasons, this trail is easily accessible, with a large parking lot just off of highway 191, and a smaller lot closer to the cabin. In the wintertime, you must make the hike from the main parking lot to the cabin, since the road leading to the smaller lot is not plowed....Read more -
Moose, Wyoming
Camp at Upper View Campground
There is so much to see and do in Wyoming's National Parks but with a view (of the Tetons) and a price (FREE) like this it is pretty unlikely you will want to leave this unbeatable campsite. Take is from us, after 14 months of traveling the country this is by far our FAVORITE BOONDOCKING CAMPSITE...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 -
Jackson, Wyoming
Hike the Rockefeller Preserve Loop
4.33 miThe Rockefeller Preserve loop starts from a gravel trail that begins in the parking lot. The gravel pathway leads to a meadow and then goes right up to the visitor center. From the visitor center the trail continues to a thick forest that parallels the scenic Lake Creek. The trail leads around th...Read more -
Moose, Wyoming
Camping at "The Observatory"
4.9Ah...the Observatory. This is not its actual name, but the nickname it has earned over many years of use by the seasonal employees. This is an amazing site to camp at, just on the edge of the Bridger-Teton forest right outside of the park. This area overlooks the entire valley and Teton range. Th...Read more -
Jackson, Wyoming
Camp in the Gros Ventre Wilderness
4.8Take highway 89 out of Jackson, headed north, and turn on to Gros Ventre Rd. This will take you right past the campground, wild rivers, and ample hiking. Keep driving for about 20 miles as views of the Tetons appear behind you, and ample backcountry camping options become available.Read more -
Jackson, Wyoming
Hike along the Gros Ventre River
4.4The Gros Ventre (pronounced gro-vant) lies on the southern boundary of Grand Teton National Park, and is home to a great deal of wildlife. As the seasons change, so do the wildlife that frequent this area, but no matter what time of year you hike along the river, you're bound to see something spe...Read more -
Moran, Wyoming
Colter Bay Lakeshore Trail
4.02.55 mi / 148 ft gainWithin the first 100 feet on the trail, you are greeted with the stunning view of the peaks of Grand Teton reflecting off of Jackson Lake. Here you can enjoy lunch or a small snack at one of the picnic tables before or after the short hike. Continue following the Colter Bay Lakeshore Trail along...Read more -
Jackson, Wyoming
Granite Canyon to Death Canyon Loop
4.525 mi / 4000 ft gainThis fairly easy 2-night backpacking trip in the Tetons can be started around noon, allowing you to finish around noon, 2 days later. From the visitor center, obtain a permit for 2 nights. Ask for a first night at Marion Lake (the Granite Canyon campsites are not my favorites), and for a second ...Read more -
Teton Village, Wyoming
Hike the Granite Canyon Trail
3.013.14 mi / 1703 ft gainThe Granite Canyon Trail is located near Teton Village, Wyoming and is best for experienced hikers. The trail is typically trafficked from March until August. This hike can be shortened by taking the tram in Teton Village to the top of Rendezvous Mountain, and then hiking down to Marion Lake and ...Read more -
Jackson, Wyoming
Backpack to Marion Lake
4.013.73 mi / 3409 ft gainMarion Lake is one of Grand Teton National Park’s many spectacular high altitude lakes. The lake sits above Granite Canyon, and next to sweeping meadows that are loaded with colorful wildflowers during July and August. Campsites at the lake may be available by obtaining a backcountry permit from ...Read more -
Moran, Wyoming
Paddle at Oxbow Bend
4.5Sunrise at Oxbow Bend is one of the most popular events in the park, and for good reason. Mt. Moran is particularly stunning in the morning light. For wildlife viewing, Oxbow Bend is one of the best places in the park, but its even better if you can explore it by water. The easiest access to the ...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Hike Darby Canyon to the Wind Cave
4.9The best time to hike Darby Canyon is May through September, since the snow stays late in spring and comes earlier in fall.Hiking up Darby Canyon to the Wind Caves provides spectacular views of the Jedediah Smith Wilderness and is a fun, yet challenging hike. It is a popular day hike, and many fa...Read more
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