Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
DAY HIKES
The Tetons' extreme verticality means the hikes in this park follow a different standard;
with the steep terrain, flat and easy rambles are few. The easy-to-moderate day hikes fol-
lowing are suitable for families and most walkers. Hikers should adjust the distance they
walk to their satisfaction. For more information on hike classifications,
Click here
.
Paved wheelchair-accessible trails include the Jenny Lake shoreline, String Lake
shoreline and Colter Bay Lakeshore Trail (next to the marina) and the southern edge of
Jackson Lake Dam.
Colter Bay Region
Birds, animals and wildflowers all feature in this popular section of the park.
Hermitage Point
Duration
4 hours (shorter loop 1¾ hours)
Distance
9.2 miles (shorter loop 3 miles)
Difficulty
Easy-moderate
Elevation Change
Negligible
Start/Finish
Hermitage Point Trailhead (
Click here
)
Nearest Town/Junction
Colter Bay Village
Summary
A wild and windswept point with outstanding views of the multifanged Mt Mor-
an.
From the Colter Bay Visitor Center follow the parking lot to the southern end. At first the
trail's signage may seem a little unclear, but throughout the hike the junctions are well
marked. The trail itself starts by a sign that reads 'Foot Trail Only, No Road.' The trail fol-
lows a former road for less than 10 minutes, turns right, and then turns right again to climb
up to the
Jackson Lake Overlook
.
