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Lakeshore Trail

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 4.2 (31)
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  2. WY
  3. …Northwestern Wyoming
  4. …Grand Teton National Park
  5. Central
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“An easy hike along the scenic shorelines of Colter Bay and Jackson Lake. ”

Tom Robson
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2.3

Miles

3.7

KM

Loop

6,822' 2,079 m

High

6,781' 2,067 m

Low

89' 27 m

Up

87' 26 m

Down

1%

Avg Grade (1°)

4%

Max Grade (3°)

Dogs No Dogs

Features Birding · Fall Colors · Lake · Swimming · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Family Friendly This quick figure-eight is perfect for the entire family - kids will love being able to skip stones into the bay and adults will love the remarkable views across the lake.

Overview

A quick figure-eight loop skirting along Colter Bay and Jackson Lake. The teton views from across Jackson Lake are unrivaled, especially Mount Moran (12,605').

Description

Starting from the Colter Bay area, the Lakeshore Trail begins as a service road and eventually turns into singletrack. Hike along the singletrack as it crosses as small connection bridge between mainland and small island.

The Lakeshore Trail then circles its way around the island and provides multiple beaches where you can enjoy views and the crystal clear waters of Jackson Lake. Cross the bridge again and this time head north on the trail you didn't use before.

Contacts

Land Manager: National Park Service - Grand Teton National Park

Shared By:

Tom Robson
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Trail Ratings

  4.2 from 31 votes

#2

in Central

#571

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  4.2 from 31 votes
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#2

in Central

#27

in Wyoming

#571

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Photos

Mount Moran Morning with permission from cwicks
Jan 15, 2015 near Yellows…, WY
Sunrise from Shoreline Trail
Jul 2, 2025 near Colter…, WY
Grand Teton from Colter Bay.
Dec 8, 2015 near Yellows…, WY
Wildflowers and mountains - typical Grand Teton
Jan 19, 2015 near Yellows…, WY
Mount Moran and Jackson Lake from Colter Bay Village, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming with permission from Richard Ryer
Jan 15, 2015 near Yellows…, WY
Mount Moran from Colter Bay Lakeshore Trail.
Oct 4, 2020 near Colter…, WY

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Sep 12, 2025
Kevin Armour
Basic trail with lake views and north Tetons. Saw 4 deer. 2.3mi
Aug 19, 2025
Anonymous
Jul 2, 2025
Stewart Carnes
Sep 12, 2024
Gretchen Suthon
Sep 10, 2024
Gretchen Suthon
Aug 24, 2024
Private User
Aug 4, 2024
Elizabeth Conley
Jul 26, 2024
Katie Jajtner
rain and hail made us book it back. beautiful views and several swimming spots that would be nice to spend more time at. 2.3mi

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