Near Jenny Lake Loop
The mighty Cathedral Group! with permission from Richard Ryer
Near Jenny Lake Loop
Fun little lunch spot on the shores of Jenny Lake 10/12/18
Near Jenny Lake Loop
At the Base of the Peaks with permission from Hobbes7714 Photo Credit: Andrew Wahr Link: https://twitter.com/WahrAndrew
Near Jenny Lake Loop
Grand Teton National Park
Near Jenny Lake Loop
Jenny Lake Overlook, Morning views.

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Jenny Lake Loop

4.6 (147 Ratings)
One of the most popular trails in Grand Teton and maybe the world...
7
mi
Distance
380
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
6.97mi
Distance
380ft
Elevation Gain
380ft
Elevation Loss
50%
Max Grade
6,900ft
High Point
6,785ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
BAM! Right from the get-go, views of the Teton's Cathedral Group will slap you right in the face; and this doesn't stop for the duration of the hike. The Cathedral group consists of the following peaks: Mount Owen (12,928'), Middle Teton (12,804'), South Teton (12,514'), Teewinot Mountain (12,330'), Teepe Pillar (12,266'), Cloudveil Dome (12,026'), Nez Perce Peak (11,901'), and Buck Mountain (11,938'). The vistas are especially good on the eastern side of Jenny Lake, so plan accordingly.From the Jenny Lake trailhead, the Jenny Lake trail is one of the most popular hikes in Grand Teton National Park, and for good reason! This easy hike circumnavigates Jenny Lake and provides pedestrian access to Cascade Canyon Trail, Hidden Falls Spur (to Hidden Falls waterfall), and String Lake Trail. As mentioned earlier, don't miss the view of Hidden Falls or Inspiration Point, unless you're crunched for time.

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