Jenny Lake

Surface Elevation: 6,788 ft. (2,069 m)

Jenny Lake is located in Grand Teton National Park in the U.S. state of Wyoming. The lake was formed approximately 12,000 years ago by glaciers pushing rock debris which carved Cascade Canyon during the last glacial maximum, forming a terminal moraine which now impounds the lake. The lake is estimated to be 423 feet (129 m) deep and encompasses 1,191 acres (482 ha).

Jenny Lake is considered to be a major focal point in Grand Teton National Park, with many hiking trails, scenic boat rides and a quick access to the major climbing routes into the tallest peaks of the Teton Range. Jenny and Jackson Lakes, are the only lakes in Grand Teton National Park where motorboats are permitted and both lakes have scenic tours available. A 2005 study of the water quality of the lakes in Grand Teton National Park indicated that all the lakes in the park were still considered pristine and that they had not been impacted by air or water pollution.

Jenny Lake is a starting point for many day and overnight hiking trips. The 7.1 miles (11.4 km) loop trail around the lake is considered to be relatively easy due the small altitude gain of 700 feet (210 m). However, the altitude increases rapidly once Cascade Canyon is entered. Jenny Lake also has good fishing for non-native Lake Trout (Salvenilus namaycush), which are easily caught with trolling or similar techniques. These fish move into the shallows after ice-out and to spawn, and stay in the depths for most of the other months