Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Leigh Lake
Named for mountain man “Beaver Dick” Leigh, Leigh Lake is much quieter and perhaps
even more beautiful than the more southerly Jenny Lake. The lake offers unrivaled views of
Mount Moran, Mount Woodring, and Rockchuck Peak, and it is dotted with sandy beaches
ideal for picnics. The 5.4-mile round-trip (out-and-back) trail is flat and weaves in and out
of the forest with a constant water view. The Leigh Lake Trailhead is at the northwest corner
of the String Lake Picnic Area. The trail can be hiked as early as May or June, depending
on snowmelt, and is typically passable well into September. Although popular, Leigh Lake
does not attract the crowds that Jenny Lake does.
Fishing
Fishing is permitted in Jenny, String, Leigh, Bradley, and Taggart Lakes. A Wyoming fish-
ing license is required, and they can be purchased at
Snake River Anglers at Dornan's
(307/733-3699,
www.snakeriverangler.com
)
,
Signal Mountain Marina
(307/543-2831 or
800/628-9988,
www.signalmountainlodge.com
), and
Colter Bay Marina
(307/543-3100
or 800/628-9988,
www.gtlc.com
)
. Pick up a fishing brochure from any of the visitors cen-
ters to learn about all park regulations.
