How Do You Reach Inspiration Point In Grand Tetons National Park, Wyoming?
Taking the Teton Park Road off U.S. 191 at either the Moran or Moose Junctions, drivers can access the foothill trails of the Grand Tetons at various spots. The road traverses open grasslands where Wyoming wildlife is plentiful. Located above the shores of Jenny Lake, Inspiration Point by name is somewhat misleading. One may expect sweeping views of the Grand Tetons from this point, but since Mount Saint John and Mount Owen tower behind with the three Tetons just to the south, the views are more of Jenny Lake, Jackson Hole, and the Bridger Range, all phenomenal in their own right. The point is actually in the foothills of the Teton Range. The Hidden Falls Trail begins of the western shores of the lake and follows up the Cascade Canyon to the falls. There are two ways to access this trail. A well maintained trail skirts the southern end of the lake and is a pretty level trek; however a concessioner provides fifteen minute boat rides to Hidden Falls Trail head for a nominal fee. Choose t