Near Inspiration Point and Hidden Falls
Looking across Jenny Lake to Rockchuck Peak (11,081').
Near Inspiration Point and Hidden Falls
Hidden Falls
Near Inspiration Point and Hidden Falls
Jenny Lake. Grand Teton National Park.
Near Inspiration Point and Hidden Falls
Jenny Lake
Near Inspiration Point and Hidden Falls
A pond below a mountain.

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Inspiration Point and Hidden Falls

4.0 (1 Rating)
The most popular hike in the Tetons.
5.7
mi
Distance
727
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Family FriendlyLakeLakefrontSwimmingViewsWaterfallWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
5.66mi
Distance
727ft
Elevation Gain
727ft
Elevation Loss
55%
Max Grade
7,221ft
High Point
6,785ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
The route to Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point begins on paved trail. This crosses a bridge at the Jenny Lake boat dock, and then into the woods. The trail is mostly flat, with the occasional uphill. The trail soon emerges out of the woods, skirting Jenny Lake offering scenic views of the lake most of the way. Once the trail enters back into the woods, look for a trail junction sign for Hidden Falls. Take a left here and follow the beaten trail along Cascade Creek. Just before the sturdy bridge that crosses Cascade Creek, take the trail that spurs left. Here you'll experience the view and spray of Hidden Falls. Continue across the bridge and up the switchbacks to Inspiration Point.If you continue hiking on the trail after Inspiration Point, Cascade Canyon will open around you and fantastic views of Teewinot and Mt. Owen will appear. If not interested in continuing up the canyon, reverse your course back to the trailhead or take the boat shuttle back.

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Contributors
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