416 m away
Hidden Falls
A shorter, family-friendly hike to the only year-round waterfall in Grand Teton National Park.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 7 km
- Ascent
- 140 m
- Descent
- 140 m
Jenny Lake Loop
Grand Teton National Park
A easy lakeside hike with astounding views of the Tetons.
Hiking Easy
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 155 m
- Descent
- 155 m
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.1 km
- High Point
- 2.1 km
- Gradient
- 4˚
Resting along the northeastern edge of the Grand Teton itself, Jenny Lake offers an easy lakeside hike with stunning mountain views. The loop is easy to follow, never steep, and great for anyone looking for some exercise on their visit to Jackson Hole or the National Park. Fed by glaciers, the lake is nearly 1,200-acres—one of the largest within the Grand Teton National Park, plus reaches an estimated depth of 423 feet!
Description
According to TetonHikingTrails.com, "the lake was named for a Shoshone Indian named Jenny who assisted with camp logistics during the Hayden Geological Survey of 1872. Nearby Leigh Lake is named for her husband, Richard "Beaver Dick" Leigh, an itinerant trapper and early tour guide who helped guide the Hayden Expedition through the area. In 1876 Jenny and their six children died of smallpox."
Parking for this hike is plentiful, including space for RV's or trailers. Water and restrooms are also available seasonally. Though the loop can be completed in either direction, consider hiking the loop counter-clockwise for the best views of the mountains.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/JennyLake http://www.tetonhikingtrails.com/jenny-lake.htm
Difficulty
Easy
Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Water features
- Family friendly
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2.2 km away
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Epic trek to the saddle in between the Middle and Grand Teton.
Extreme Hiking
- Distance
- 19 km
- Ascent
- 1.5 km
- Descent
- 1.5 km
2.2 km away
Delta Lake
A day hike to one of the prettiest lakes in the Tetons!
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 700 m
- Descent
- 700 m
2.2 km away
Amphitheater and Delta Lakes
A difficult day hike to stunning sub-alpine lakes shouldered by the highest peaks in the Tetons.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 16 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 1.1 km
4.3 km away
String Lake
One of the best short hikes in the Grand Teton National Park, and a great choice for everyone in the family.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 6 km
- Ascent
- 92 m
- Descent
- 92 m
4.3 km away
Leigh, Bearpaw, and Trapper Lakes
A long yet relaxing hike to three of the park's stunning glacial lakes, and a great option to enjoy the sunrise as it illuminates the mountainside.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 18 km
- Ascent
- 136 m
- Descent
- 136 m
9.5 km away
Icefloe Lake and Avalanche Divide
Incredible vistas combined with the highest lake in the Teton Range!
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 6.2 km
- Ascent
- 372 m
- Descent
- 372 m
9.6 km away
Teton Crest Trail: North Fork Cascade Canyon to Leigh Lake Trailhead (via Cascade Canyon)
One final stretch through beautiful Cascade Canyon
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 80 m
- Descent
- 605 m
9.6 km away
Teton Crest Trail: North Fork Cascade Canyon to Leigh Lake Trailhead (via Paintbrush Canyon)
An epic final day on the Teton Crest Trail.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 17 km
- Ascent
- 677 m
- Descent
- 1.2 km
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Guidebooks in this area
7 routes · Hiking
Backpack Below Jagged Peaks on the Teton Crest Trail
25 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
25 of the Most Incredible Day Hikes in the United States
5 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
5 of the Best Day Hikes in the USA’s Northern Rockies
10 routes · Hiking · Trail Running
The Best of the Tetons | Grand Teton National Park
63 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
The Most Famous Hike in Every US National Park
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