Jenny Lake Trail
Jackson Hole, Wyoming
| Address: | Teton County, WY, United States |
| GPS: |
43°45'55.9"N 110°45'2.8"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Wyoming |
| Trails/Routes: | 1.0-5.1 mi |
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Hike
One of the most popular trails to visit in Grand Teton is the Jenny Lake Trail. The Jenny Lake Trail, located near Moose, Wyoming, is an easy trail that loops around the lake. Along with the sheer beauty of Jenny Lake and surrounding mountains, some of the main attractions on this hike are Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point.
The trail underwent significant changes in 2018 after a fissure opened up and rock slides became an issue. The temporary changes made at that time, including trail reroutes and closures, have been undone and the lower trail is now open again taking onlookers all the way to Hidden Falls once again. The trail has been well built including hundreds of nicely placed stone stairs that keep the trail solid and provide great footing where you need it most.
Wildlife is common on the trails, including plenty of chipmunks, marmots, moose, deer, elk, and even an occasional bear. The best spot to see a moose or bear is often the overlook down to the Moose Pond Trail. You'll see a sign for the trail off to the left just a little ways before you get to the overlook. Even if you don't see any wildlife there though, the view of the ponds and Teewinot rising above is worth taking a break for. Other than this little jaunt over to the overlook and the hike up to Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point, the trail follows along the river for most of the way making any break you take a picturesque scene to enjoy.
The sunrise and sunset at Jenny Lake are incredible with radiant colors and exciting reflections off the water. Take a dip in Jenny Lake to cool off during summer months but remember that this is pretty fresh snow runoff so it may be colder than you think. For a little warmer swim, check out String Lake just to the North.
Between the soaring Tetons above, the falls above the trail, the raging river below the trail, and the expansive view of the lake and valley, there are plenty of great views to take in whether you see any wildlife or not.
More Information
Grand Teton National Park Itinerary
This Grand Teton National Park Itinerary will help you get started as you plan your vacation to Grand Teton National Park.
https://www.justgotravelstudios.com/collections/national-park-itineraries/products/grand-teton-national-park-itinerary?ref=9zpxis0diinA Day at Jenny Lake in Grand Teton - Jackson Hole Traveler
Jenny Lake is one of the highlights of your visit in Grand Teton National Park. Boat, hike, camp, picnic: All the information you need is here.
http://www.jacksonholetraveler.com/article/jenny-lake-grand-tetonInspiration Point - Hike to Inspiration Point in the Grand Tetons
Inspiration Point: Details for hike to Inspiration Point in Grand Teton National Park. Trail description, key features, photos, maps & elevation profile
https://www.tetonhikingtrails.com/inspiration-point.htmBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Jackson Hole, Wyoming
- Head north on US-191 N/
US-26 E/ US-89 N/ N Cache St toward E Deloney Ave Continue to follow US-191 N/(6.8 mi)US-26 E/ US-89 N - At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit and stay on US-191 N/
US-26 E/ US-89 N (5.5 mi) - Turn left onto Teton Park Rd (1.0 mi)
- Keep left to stay on Teton Park RdParts of this road may be closed at certain times or days(6.2 mi)
- Turn left onto Lupine Meadows Rd (0.3 mi)
- Turn right to stay on Lupine Meadows Rd (0.3 mi)
- Slight right (449 ft)
Take HWY 26 into Grand Teton National Park; follow park signs to Jenny Lake; take Jenny Lake Rd. to the parking lot by the ferry dock.
cteicheira
5/8/17 12:23 pm
Jenny Lake courtesy of cteicheira↗
View Above The Falls courtesy of endovereric↗
Grand Teton Jenny Lake Inspiration Point Panoramio1 courtesy of endovereric↗
Above The Falls courtesy of endovereric↗
River Below The Falls courtesy of endovereric↗
Lake View From The Trail courtesy of endovereric↗
Jenny Lake view at sunset by Nicole Wood
Jenny Lake by Nicole Wood
2018 Upper trail courtesy of endovereric↗
Hidden Falls added by endovereric
View of Mount St. John from across the lake added by endovereric
Taking in a view from the trail added by endovereric
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