HikesUnited StatesJenny Lake Loop

Jenny Lake Loop

Jenny Lake beneath the Grand Teton, with Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point add-ons

Difficulty 2/5 · Easy-moderateDayLoopEasy day loop
Distance
~11.5 km
Max elevation
~2,120 m
Elevation gain
~150 m
Duration
2-4 h
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Explore the rugged beauty of the Tetons in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park during autumn.

The route

The line through Grand Teton NP, Wyoming, United States - waypoints, elevation and the day-by-day shape of the walk.

Season & conditions

Best season

Late spring-fall

Weather risks

Afternoon storms, sun; cold shoulder seasons

Snow-free roughly late May-Oct; icy/snowy shoulder seasons. Confirm.

On the trail

Terrain & surface

Forest and lakeshore path under the Teton front

Technical & exposure

Non-technical lakeshore trail

Navigation & waymarking

Signed loop; easy

Accessibility & group fit

Accessible to most walkers and families; not fully wheelchair accessible - confirm

Crowds & solitude

Very popular; busy at the boat dock and falls

Variants & turnaround

Take the shuttle boat across to cut the loop to Hidden Falls/Inspiration Point

Getting there & staying

Trailhead access

Jenny Lake trailhead/visitor center

Shuttle & transport

Seasonal Jenny Lake shuttle boat

Huts, camping & refuges

Day route - none needed

Gear, water & connectivity

Day-hike kit, water, sun/rain protection, sturdy footwear; coverage varies

Facilities

Services in Jackson; limited or none on the trail

Guide & crew

Not required; self-guided

Permits & safety

Grand Teton NP entry; no trail permit

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Hazards

Bears (carry spray), afternoon storms, boat-dock crowds

Emergency exits & rescue

Retrace the route to exit; dial local emergency services; carry a means of calling for help where remote

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand trail report. Coordinates are approximate.

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