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Trails traverse the valley and mountains for more than 250
miles. They provide access to backcountry lakes, streams,
canyons, and camping zones. Trail difficulty levels range
from easy to strenuous, and lengths vary from hikes of a few
minutes to several days.
- This is bear country. Make bears aware of your presence and avoid surprising them by making loud noises like shouting or singing.
- Visitors Centers and the Jenny Lake Ranger Station sell topographic maps and inexpensive trail guides.
- Permits are not required for day hiking.
- Trailhead parking areas fill early during the day in July and August, so start your hike early to avoid parking problems. An early start for your hike will avoid parking problems. Parking on natural vegetation results in permanent damage to plants; violators will be ticketed. In paved parking lots, parking illegally will also result in a ticket.
- In Spring, many trails are snow-covered and you may need an ice axe.
- See the Park's Hiking page for more details.
- See our Backpacking Tips.
- See our Day Hiking Tips.
These are just a few of the many trails within Grand Teton National Park:
Hiked
Check our personal notes for detailed descriptions of these trails:
| Beaver Creek Trail |
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| Bradley Lake Trail |
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| Cascade Canyon Trail |
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5.8 miles round trip |
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Begins at the south end of Jenny Lake near the east shore boat dock. |
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The trail runs along the south end of Jenny Lake to Inspiration Point. |
| Granite Canyon Trail |
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| Jenny Lake Loop Trail |
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6.8 mile loop |
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The trail travels around Jenny Lake. |
| String Lake / Leigh Lake / Bear Paw Lake Trail |
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A paved trail follows the shore of String Lake, then follows the east shore of Leigh Lake and Bear Paw Lake. Wayside exhibits explain the formation of glacial lakes. |
| Taggart Lake Trail |
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3.2 miles one way |
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Easy to Moderate |
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The trail begins at the Taggart Lake parking area, 3 miles northwest of Moose. |
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This trail traverses a major portion of the 1,028 acre Beaver Creek fire. |
| Valley Trail |
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Not Hiked
- Amphitheater Lake Trail
- Colter Bay Nature Trail
- Cunningham Cabin Trail
- Death Canyon Trail
- Garnet Canyon Trail
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- Lunch Tree Hill
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- Lupine Meadows Trail
- Menor's Ferry Trail
- Teton Crest Trail
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Backcountry
There are many backcountry hikes available in the Park. Contact
a ranger at one of the visitor centers for a full list of
possibilities. Obtain the required, non-fee backcountry permit for overnight trips at the Moose or Colter Bay Visitor Centers, or the Jenny Lake Ranger Station. Backcountry campsites may be reserved in advance from January 1 through May 15 by writing the park. There is a $15.00 fee for reservations.
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