Jenny Lake
Moose, WY
A glacial lake at the foot of the Tetons, with a shuttle boat to the trail for Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point. Busy; arrive early.
Jenny Lake formed during the Ice Age, when glaciers scoured hollows into the valley floor that later filled with water. At its deepest point the lake is 78 m (256 feet) deep. The visitor center occupies the historic 1920s studio of photographer Harrison Crandall. The Discovery Trail, a 0.6 km (0.35-mile) accessible path, leads to the shore. Black bears, grizzlies, moose and deer live in the area.
Taking the shuttle boat across the lake, it is 1.6 km (1 mile) round trip from the west boat dock to Hidden Falls, a cascade about 30 m (100 feet) high, and 3.2 km (2 miles) round trip to Inspiration Point. On foot from the visitor center it is 8 km (5 miles) and 9.7 km (6 miles) respectively. Allow half a day for the boat ride and hike. The parking lot is limited and fills quickly in summer; if you park along the road, pull completely off the shoulder. Stay at least 91 m (100 yards) from bears and 23 m (25 yards) from other wildlife.
- Nearest town
- Moose, WY
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 43.7503, -110.7219
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and July–August. Cold, short days in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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- Headwaters CampgroundCampsite25 mi from Jenny LakeTentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToiletsDogs allowed
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FAQs
Where is Jenny Lake?
Jenny Lake is in Moose, WY, at GPS 43.7503, -110.7219. It is about 12 mi from Teton Village.
Can you camp near Jenny Lake?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Jenny Lake Campground, about 0 mi away; within 25 mi there are 40 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Jenny Lake?
Jenny Lake is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Grand Teton loop: Mormon Row, Signal Mountain and Jenny Lake and Geysers, grizzlies and granite peaks – through Grand Teton and Yellowstone to Cody.
What is there to see near Jenny Lake?
Places worth a stop nearby: Schwabacher Landing (3 mi), Snake River Overlook (5 mi), Chapel of the Transfiguration (6 mi) and Mormon Row Historic District (7 mi).
When is the best time to visit Jenny Lake?
The most pleasant months are usually June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)