Continuing, the route descends the North Fork and then Cascade Canyon. After crossing the Divide, the route enters the North Fork of Cascade Canyon and descends to Lake Solitude. The route taken starts from the String Lake Trailhead, goes around the west side of String Lake, then up Paintbrush Canyon to the Divide. The signs are great waypoints that are easily definable. Quite a few of the photos are of trail signs. There are 60 photos in the Guide (and page 2), and wished we could have shared even more.
The Tetons (to the south) soon came into view and we could hardly make any time hiking because we were having to stop to take photos of the mountains.
Wow! Soon, we were looking down into the North Fork of Cascade Canyon and beautiful Lake Solitude. We climbed through Paintbrush Canyon to Holly Lake, above the lake to the upper slopes of the canyon, across the snow slopes and scree, and finally up a ramp to the divide. On our next visit to the Park we hiked the loop. We thought that it would make a great hike, it was the Paintbrush Divide Trail.
As we climbed high along the ridge toward the summit of Woodring (we chose not to summit - but that's another story), we were able to see the hiking trail crossing the divide to the west in dramatic fashion. Paintbrush Divide Loop Trail in Grand Teton National Park is one of those special trails that crosses a divide and it crosses in grand fashion.Ī few years back as my wife and I were exploring the trails of the Tetons, we hiked to Holly Lake to climb Mount Woodring (which sits on the northern shore of the lake.) The trail and Holly Lake were great but the climb was not much fun, but the views were. Then, there are a few trails that go out one drainage, cross a divide, and then continue as the trail descends into a different drainage. To return to the trailhead it is just a matter of reversing the path. The trails follow a drainage that ends on the shores of an upper lake or land formation. 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.Many hikes in the mountains are out and back, day hikes. 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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