About the region
No foothills — just sky, then peaks. The Tetons deliver world-class alpine objectives a short drive from Jackson Hole.
Why hikers love it
- Cascade Canyon to Lake Solitude that live up to the hype.
- Alpine scrambles and Wildlife — a match for how you like to hike.
- Prime season: Jun – Sep. Fly straight into Jackson Hole (JAC) — 15 min to the park.
Signature hikes
- Cascade Canyon to Lake Solitude
- Paintbrush Divide loop (overnight)
- Delta Lake scramble at sunrise
Pro tip from GoTravelHiking
Start before sunrise on your headline day (Cascade Canyon to Lake Solitude). Trailheads empty out at dawn and light on Grand Teton's ridgelines is at its best in the first two hours.
Sample 2-day itinerary
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Warm-up & signature view
Cascade Canyon to Lake Solitude · 5.2 mi · 1,200 ft gain
- • Sunrise start
- • Photo stop at overlook
- • Trailhead coffee plan
The bigger objective
Paintbrush Divide loop (overnight) · 8.4 mi · 2,400 ft gain
- • Pre-dawn start
- • Ridge traverse
- • Recovery meal in town
Where to stay near Jackson, WY
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From the blog
Field notes from Grand Teton
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