Jenny Lake Overlook
Jenny Lake Overlook
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- brixton456Indianapolis, Indiana314 contributionsGreat Place to Photograph the LakeWe were near Jenny lake around 1pm and the parking lot was packed. We drove around for a while and decided to move on. This stop was the next best thing. There is plenty of parking and a small trail to walk on to get close to the lake and capture some great pictures. The road is one way and easy to miss, so be on the lookout or you will pass it.Visited June 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten January 28, 2024
- Emily HMarysville, Washington54 contributionsAwesome Accessible OverlookBeautiful view, and it was not crowed when we went in the morning. The Jenny Lake visitor center has better views of the lake, but this overlook is more accessible and good for people who don't want to do a small nature walk to the lake. This overlook lets you drive right up to the view.Visited June 2024Travelled with familyWritten July 2, 2024
- Brandon KFlagstaff, Arizona2,024 contributionsUnbelievably gorgeous - but get here earlyThis is an amazing place and it was beautiful to see, that being the parts that I could see. We got to the part at 11 am and that was too late as the parking areas for Jenny Lake fill up and are generally maxed out by 9 am as people stay for the day. I hope to make it back someday and get there first thing in the morning.Visited July 2024Travelled with familyWritten July 14, 2024
- EdwelshNorth Canton, Ohio7,262 contributionsDefinitely worth a look seeNice little stop with great look at beautiful Jenny Lake. There is a nice path parallel to the lake, so you can get a different vantage point. It was busy, but we got a parking spot fairly easy, cars come and go all the time.Visited August 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten August 10, 2024
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Ward D
Satellite Beach, FL3,388 contributions
Oct 2020
This is one of the first overlooks that you come to after leaving String Lake parking lots on Jennie Lake Road. It seems to be a fairly popular stop and was almost totally full when we stopped. There are some paths but you will have to move toward the lake or to the end of the parking lot to get an unobstructed view of the lake and the mountains.
Written October 24, 2020
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Brandon K
Flagstaff, AZ2,024 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
This is an amazing place and it was beautiful to see, that being the parts that I could see. We got to the part at 11 am and that was too late as the parking areas for Jenny Lake fill up and are generally maxed out by 9 am as people stay for the day. I hope to make it back someday and get there first thing in the morning.
Written July 14, 2024
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Mark T
Maumee, OH252 contributions
Aug 2021
This is a fairly easy hike but for approximately 50-100 yards of it being rock covered. It provides great views of Jenny Lake. Thus, it is worth your time and effort. We took the Jenny Lake ferry over. This cut a lot of time off the hike. If you do this, GO EARLY!! We were at the ferry at 7:00 a.m. When we got back at about 10:30 a.m., it was an hr. plus wait to get on the ferry, the parking lots were jammed full with people lurking for parking spots like vultures and people were parking on the side of the access road and on the side of the main highway.
Written September 3, 2021
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Seester2t
101 contributions
May 2022
A must stop. There are several stops and pullouts in Grand Teton National Park. Jenny Lake is a must do. Even if you aren't taking the boat or hike across the lake, the views are worth the stop. Keep your eyes open for critters. Pocket Gophers are all around!
Written May 30, 2022
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db7477
Carlsbad, CA3,471 contributions
Sept 2020 • Couples
Parking was in short supply but absolutely worth the effort. The view over Jenny Lake to the Tetons is simply gorgeous. We returned the following day to hike to Hidden Falls... we highly recommend both! Jenny Lake’s not to be missed.
Written October 8, 2020
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brixton456
Indianapolis, IN314 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
We were near Jenny lake around 1pm and the parking lot was packed. We drove around for a while and decided to move on. This stop was the next best thing. There is plenty of parking and a small trail to walk on to get close to the lake and capture some great pictures. The road is one way and easy to miss, so be on the lookout or you will pass it.
Written January 28, 2024
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Anne O
Kennesaw, GA3,819 contributions
Sept 2021
The overlook is an easily accessible spot to view the lake. Surrounded by the majestic Tetons, this glacial lake is clear and beautiful. If you don't have time to walk the trails, be sure to see the lake from here.
Written October 30, 2021
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Emily H
Marysville, WA54 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
Beautiful view, and it was not crowed when we went in the morning. The Jenny Lake visitor center has better views of the lake, but this overlook is more accessible and good for people who don't want to do a small nature walk to the lake. This overlook lets you drive right up to the view.
Written July 2, 2024
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Edwelsh
North Canton, OH7,262 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
Nice little stop with great look at beautiful Jenny Lake. There is a nice path parallel to the lake, so you can get a different vantage point. It was busy, but we got a parking spot fairly easy, cars come and go all the time.
Written August 10, 2024
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DQShaw
York, ME1,318 contributions
Aug 2020
Great place to stop while driving on the Jenny Lake Loop. We were there very early in the morning so there was plenty of parking spaces. Wonderful views and photos ops with no effort. Great place to just stop and take a breath and relax.
Written August 26, 2020
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We are going to be at Yellowstone at snow lodge and are wondering how many hours it would take to drive down to Teton and drive the loop last Jenny lake, moose junction etc back up to the North East entrance of Yellowstone?
Written May 21, 2019
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