Moran, Wyoming
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Moran, Wyoming
Camp at the Signal Mountain Campground
The Signal Mountain campground is my personal favorite campground in Grand Teton National Park as it is exceptionally scenic. It is right on Jackson Lake and has sites located on the lakeshore. Even if you don't score one of these sites, many of the others have great views of the Teton range. Mos...Read more -
Moose, Wyoming
Camp at Shadow Mountain
4.6Whether you're looking for a place to pull in and crash or an area to take in the entire Teton range, you shouldn't pass up the opportunity to experience Shadow Mountain. Although Shadow Mountain is in Bridger-Teton National Forest, the foot of the mountain borders Grand Teton National Park. Fore...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 -
Jenny Lake, Wyoming
Paintbrush Canyon to Holly Lake
5.012.84 mi / 2713 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 -
Alta, Wyoming
Mount Moran
10 mi / 5500 ft gainMount Moran’s CMC Route is best climbed by starting at String Lake’s boat launch. From here, pack up your overnight and climbing gear into your kayak or canoe and start your journey north on String Lake. At the end of the lake, portage a few hundred yards to Leigh Lake and continue your paddle no...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Leigh Lake via String Lake Trailhead
4.82.84 mi / 105 ft gainLeigh 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 -
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String Lake Loop, Grand Teton NP
4.73.67 mi / 427 ft gainString Lake is a great place to spend time in Grand Teton National Park. There are many options for fun here including kayaking, canoeing, swimming, and picnicking. The warm, shallow waters make it a great lake for families, and there are many options for hiking here, from easy to difficult. Th...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Paintbrush Canyon Loop and Leigh Lake Overnight
5.022.11 mi / 4311 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
Camp on Leigh Lake
1 mi / 50 ft gainBecause it's only accessible by canoe, kayak, or foot, the 8 Leigh Lake campsites have a solitary backcountry feel to them while providing all the necessities for an enjoyable night under Mt. Moran in Grand Teton National Park. The western campsites are paddle-in only, while the easter campsites ...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Leigh Lake
5.02.86 mi / 148 ft gainLeigh Lake is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Moose, Wyoming.Read more -
Moose, Wyoming
Trail Run at Schwabacher Landing
4.01.72 mi / 171 ft gainIf you are looking for one of the most scenic trail runs in the country, check out the trail at Schwabacher Landing. The trail starts at the parking lot with an elevation of 6,545 feet and is flat. It is an easy trail with no elevation gain, but the altitude may be higher than what you are used t...Read more -
Moose, Wyoming
Watch a Sunset at Schwabacher Landing
4.9When you think of iconic Grand Teton viewpoints, Schwabacher Landing is at the top of that list. The mirror-like reflection of the Tetons is absolutely stunning and you will often find hoards of photographers here. It's still worth the crowds, and I would even go so far as to say its my absolute ...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 -
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
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