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Grand Teton National Park hiking guide

Cascade Canyon Trail

A 9-mile out-and-back with 1,080 ft of climbing in Jenny Lake, rated moderate.

Cascade Canyon Trail, Grand Teton National Park
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Key facts

Length
9.0 mi (14.4 km)
Elevation gain
1,080 ft (329 m)
Route type
Out and back
Difficulty
Moderate
Area
Jenny Lake
Highest point
7,858 ft
Lowest point
6,792 ft

About Cascade Canyon Trail

This trail offers stunning views of a canyon carved by natural forces, featuring numerous waterfalls and abundant wildlife such as bears and moose. The trail's scenic beauty and wildlife make it a popular destination for hikers seeking a moderate challenge with rewarding vistas.

Route map

Route map of Cascade Canyon Trail in Grand Teton National Park1 miN
Start and finishNorth is up. Drawn from the route in the Parka app.

This route was checked by Parka editors.

Elevation profile

Elevation profile of Cascade Canyon Trail7,0007,50002468Distance (miles)Elevation (ft)High 7,858 ftLow 6,792 ft
Elevation runs from 6,792 ft to 7,858 ft over 8.9 miles of mapped route. The profile is sampled from elevation data along the route.

Nearby in Jenny Lake

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