4-6 HoursFee applies
Bearpaw and Trapper Lakes
Grand Teton National Park
Hike along the shore of Leigh Lake for panoramic views of Mount Moran.
Starting along the eastern shore of String Lake, this trail takes you through the forested shorelines and beyond Leigh Lake to Bearpaw and Trapper Lakes. While the trail is long, there is little elevation change, making it an easy to moderately difficult trail. The trail ends at Trapper Lake, a small lake in an open meadow, and allows for spectacular views of Mount Moran.
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HikingLakesMountainsTrailshikingday hikeEasy hikemoderate hikeString LakeLeigh LakeGrand TetonGrand Teton National Parktrailmountainslake
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Details
Duration
4-6 Hours
Duration Details
The Bearpaw and Trapper Lakes Trail is a moderate, 9.2 mi (14.8 km) RT out and back trail with 460 ft (140 m) of elevation gain.
Fees
A general fee is charged to enter Grand Teton National Park.
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility
The Bearpaw and Trapper Lakes Trail is a moderate, 9.2 mi (14.8 km) RT out and back trail with 460 ft (140 m) of elevation gain and an average slope of 4%. While the trail is long, there is little elevation change. Once past the intial 5-6 stairs at the Leigh Lake Trailhead, the trail has numerous small ups and downs and feature obstacbles, such as exposed roots and rocks.
Pets
No
Reservations
No — Permits are required for those planning to stay overnight in the backcountry. Visit the backcountry page to learn about obtaining a permit.
Location
String Lake