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Outdoor Project
The ultimate adventure guide
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
05/11/2018
The trail is shaped like a figure eight. The first loop is 1.1 miles.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
05/11/2018
Bears may be in the area.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
05/11/2018
One section of the trail is wide and flat.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
05/11/2018
Hikers may find significant puddles on the path during early spring.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
05/11/2018
There may also be patches of calf-deep snow in the springtime.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
05/11/2018
A narrower section of the path leads through the woods and snow piles.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
05/11/2018
Sometimes hikers can walk around the spring snow patches. In other spots, hikers will need waterproof boots.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
05/11/2018
Delicate wildflowers bloom alongside the trail.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
05/11/2018
In the middle of the figure eight there are gorgeous views of the lake and mountains.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
05/11/2018
Hikers can explore the rocky shoreline.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
05/11/2018
Cairns decorate the lake's edge.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
05/11/2018
The trail leads adventurers to spectacular mountain views.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
05/11/2018
Hikers are treated to a grand view of the Tetons and Jackson Lake.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
05/11/2018
At the farthest point of the figure eight, the panoramic view is magnificent.