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Leigh Lake Trail

The Leigh Lake Trail at Grand Teton National Park near Jenny Lake, Wyoming is a moderate 10-mile out-and-back trail that runs along the shoreline of Leigh Lake and features stunning views of the surrounding mountains and landscape.

Leigh Lake Trail is a flat, out-and-back hike that follows the east coast of Leigh Lake up to Trapper and Bearpaw Lakes with awe-inspiring views of the Teton Range, including Mount Moran, Mount Woodring, and Mount St. John.

Parking
Hikers will find a very large parking lot at the coordinates provided.

Pets
Dogs are allowed if leashed and their waste must be carried out by the hiker.

Camping and Backpacking
Backpackers will find several campsites along the trail. Please follow all rules and regulations for backpacking, dispersed, backcountry, or primitive camping.

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Know Before You Go

  • Leigh Lake Trail is a 10-mile, moderate, out-and-back hike in Grand Teton National Park offering views of Leigh Lake and the Teton Range.
  • The trail is relatively flat and follows the east coast of Leigh Lake, leading to Trapper and Bearpaw Lakes.
  • Dogs are allowed on leash, and backpacking with dispersed camping is permitted following park regulations; a large parking lot is available at the trailhead.
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Distance
10.0 mi
Difficulty
Moderate
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
5 hrs
Elev. Gain
570'
Rating
0.0
Added
February 18, 2022
Updated
February 18, 2022

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Total Change
69'
Ascent
570'
Descent
560'
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Features

Dogs
Camping
Water Source

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    43.788015, -110.730634
  2. Main Trailhead

    43.788199, -110.73133

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Dirt

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