Make sure you make a lot of noise through this stretch of your hike and have your bear spray handy.Īround 4 miles into the trail you will cross Paintbrush Canyon Creek before emerging into the open terrain of the canyon. Bears love huckleberries as much as we do or more. Enjoy the shade of through this part of the trail, soon you will reach Paintbrush Canyon and will be bathed by the sun.Īs you reach the mouth of the canyon, 3 miles in, you will pass through a long stretch of Huckleberry bushes. This time stay left to continue onto the Paintbrush Canyon Trail. As you gain elevation you will also begin to see beautiful panoramas of the valley lakes below.Ībout 1.6 miles into your adventure you will reach another trail split. The next 1.3 miles take you along the ridge of the lake through aspen groves. If in doubt, look for a trail sign that points you in the “right” direction. About a third of a mile in, you will reach a split in the trail, stay right to continue along the western shore of String Lake. Take the footbridge across the creek to the western side of String Lake. Once at the trailhead you will walk down a paved path for about 300 feet where you will see a footbridge to your right. It took us about 7 and half hours including an hour lunch break to hike up and down from about 6,900 feet to 9,300 feet, an early start is definitely recommended. The trailhead is located north of the very popular Jenny Lake along String Lake Rd. This day-long adventure takes off from the Paintbrush Canyon Trailhead. If you plan on spending the night in a backcountry camping area you will need to acquire a backcountry camping permit, available at the Craig Thomas Visitor Center in Moose or the Jenny Lake Ranger Station.A strenuous ~13-mile out-and-back hike to a high altitude lake on the slopes of an 11,500-foot peak. It is called Paintbrush Canyon for a reason- Indian Paintbrushes and tens of thousands of wildflowers follow the path to the top. Stop by a park Visitor Center before you hike to determine if you need an ice ax or crampons to hike over the divide. Make sure to wear sturdy hiking boots and bring plenty of layers.
Notes: Paintbrush Divide is often covered in snow until mid-summer. When you reach Jenny Lake, turn left and follow the trail back to String Lake Trailhead. At the mouth of Cascade Canyon, take a moment to gaze out from Inspiration Point and visit Hidden Falls. From the divide, descend to Lake Solitude and down Cascade Canyon.
The trail ascends to the stunning Holly Lake, a great resting point, and then continues over the steep Paintbrush Divide. Follow the trail around the lake and then head up Paintbrush Canyon (look for trail sign). The loop trail begins at String Lake Trailhead. Trail Overview: This strenuous loop hike can be completed as a long day hike or an overnight by camping in Paintbrush or Cascade Canyon backcountry camping areas. Trail Type: Lollipop (out and back with a loop near Holly Lake).Then start heading uphill and up the canyon until you reach Holly Lake, a great spot for lunch or a quick but chilly swim. Follow the String Lake Trail around the lake until the junction with Paintbrush Canyon. The lake is surrounded by rugged rock canyon walls and is a spectacular site. Trail Overview: Holly Lake is located in the heart of Paintbrush Canyon and is a great day hike for avid hikers. Notes: The Inner Park Road is closed during the winter months and typically opens in the summer in May.
Park at the Leigh and String Lakes Trailhead. Follow the Inner Park Road to the North Jenny Lake Junction and turn left onto a one-way road. From the South entrance to the park (near Jackson, Wyoming), drive north to Moose Junction and turn left. Once on the west side of the lake, you can link this trail up with Paintbrush Canyon Trail (look for signs). The trail is 3.3 miles round trip and takes about 3 hours. You can walk along this easy trail clockwise or counter-clockwise.
Stop and take a dip in this shallow lake if it is a warm summer day. Trail Overview: From the trailhead, the String Lake Trail circumnavigates the lake through an old burn area and along bright blue waters.
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