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Where: Grand Teton National Park, WY

Country: US

Length: 3 Miles

Difficulty: Strenuous

Crowds: Empty


Nearest Town: Jackson

Miles from Town: 114 Miles

Elevation Gain: 1400

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Description

Hike to Cascade Lake from either of its two trailheads. From the lake, this strenuous, 1,400 foot climb in 3 miles will take roughly 3 hours. The trail passes through open meadows and some whitebark pine forests. Past Cascade Lake, no water is available along the trail. Not recommended for persons with heart and/or respiratory problems.

Directions

Cascade Lake Picnic Area, 1.5 miles north of Canyon Jct. on the Tower- Canyon Road. The other trailhead is accessed from a pullout 1/4 mile west of Canyon on the Norris-Canyon Road.

Highlights

Hike to a high mountain peak for an outstanding view of the Yellowstone wilderness.



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