Beneath the trail Cascade Creek meanders down the willow choked valley floor.Īs you hike up Cascade Canyon, keep an eye out for moose, which are often seen grazing in the dense willows along the canyon bottom. Yosemite Peak, Peak 10650 and The Wigwams rise along the head of the valley to the west. This trio of the highest peaks in the park is referred to as the Cathedral group because the jagged summits resemble church spires. Soon views open to jagged profiles of Teewinot Mountain, Mount Owen (12,928-ft.) and the summit of Grand Teton (13,770-ft.) towering above the south side of the canyon. A short distance beyond the trail reaches an overlook with nice views of the creek spilling over large rock slabs.Īt 1.6 miles the trail starts a traverse through a series of rock slide beneath Storm Point. on its way to the Forks of Cascade Canyon.Īt 1.3 miles pass the junction with the horse trail dropping down to the lake. Over the next 3.7 miles the trail will gain about 650-ft. The rugged crags of Cube Point rise to the north of the trail. Inspiration Point to the Forks of Cascade Canyonĭistance from Trailhead: 9.3 miles (round trip)īeyond Inspiration Point the path curves to the west, ascending on easy grades through trees and lush vegetation along the north side of Cascade Canyon. (Note: Views from the overlook are best in the afternoon.)< When the glacier receded it deposited the moraines (low ridges) that dam Jenny Lake. As you stand at the viewpoint imagine the massive glacier that flowed out of Cascade Canyon. Teewinot Mountain towers over Cascade Canyon to the southwest. Turn around for views of Storm Point and Symmetry Spire to the west. As you climb enjoy views of the summits of Teewinot Mountain, Mount Owen and Grand Teton to the southwest.įrom Inspiration Point vistas extend across Jenny Lake to the Gros Ventre Mountains and the Gros Ventre Slide, a massive 1925 landslide. Past the Hidden Falls junction the trail quickly crosses a wood bridge to the north side of Cascade Creek and then climbs rugged switchbacks up a granite knoll to Inspiration Point (7,220-ft.), 0.9 miles from the boat dock. Return to the main trail after seeing the falls. Take a detour and visit the viewing area at the base of the impressive falls, dropping over 200-ft. Stay on the Cascade Canyon trail toward Hidden Falls, Inspiration Point and Cascade Canyon.Īt 0.5 miles reach the junction with the spur trail to Hidden Falls, branching left. Beyond the bridge the trail climbs on moderate grades, passing junctions with the Jenny Lake trail. Soon the trail curves to the west, passes a junction (stay left) and then crosses a wood bridge over Cascade Creek at 0.2 miles. Add 2.0 miles to the hiking mileage listed below if you walk around the lake.įrom the boat dock at the mouth of Cascade Canyon the trail initially heads south, ascending on easy grades through spruce-fir forest. This hiking description assumes you start the hike at the boat dock on the west side of Jenny Lake. If you decide not to take the shuttle boat, the walk starts near the boat dock on the southeast side of Jenny Lake and then follows the Jenny Lake Trail around the south and west sides of the lake, reaching a junction with the Cascade Canyon trail at 2.1 miles. Check the current boat schedule before setting out. The shuttle boat, which runs every 10-15 minutes, reduces the hike distance to 2.0 miles one-way (4.0 miles round-trip). The boat ride is quite scenic, featuring great views of Nez Perce (11,901-ft.), Teewinot Peak and Cascade Canyon. This hide starts by taking the shuttle boat (fee required) across Jenny Lake to the boat dock at the mouth of Cascade Canyon on the west side of the lake. Hikers can loop the lake, visit Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point, or … relax and take a boat ride, hang by the shore, or stop by the Visitor Center," she adds.Distance from Trailhead: 1.8 miles (round trip) If you plan on driving yourself, though, add Schwabacher Landing, Snake River overlook, Mormon Row, and Jenny Lake to your itinerary, the latter of which Gonzalez calls the "centerpiece of the park." "There are many options for guests to explore Jenny Lake, as several popular trails leave from the lake. Both Jackson Hole Eco Tour Adventures and Jackson Hole Wildlife Safaris offer tours year-round. Pro tip: You're more likely to see wildlife or experience lesser-known spots if you go with a guide. This region is the best place in the lower 48 to observe wild wolves, bears, and moose, to name a few of the iconic species that call this area home," says Phillips. Grand Teton National Park: "Grand Teton National Park and Jackson Hole are home to the full spectrum of wildlife that existed pre-settlement.
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