Bearpaw and Trapper Lakes

Enjoy a long stroll on this relatively flat trail to Bearpaw and Trapper Lakes.

NPS Photo/A. Falgoust

Starting along the eastern shore of String Lake, this trail takes you through the forested shorelines and beyond Leigh Lake to Bearpaw and Trapper Lakes. While the trail is long, there is little elevation change, making it an easy to moderately difficult trail. The trail ends at Trapper Lake, a small lake in an open meadow, and allows for spectacular views of Mount Moran.

Details

Duration

4-6 Hours

The Bearpaw and Trapper Lakes Trail is a moderate, 9.2 mi (14.8 km) RT out and back trail with 460 ft (140 m) of elevation gain.

Activity

Hiking

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

No

A general fee is charged to enter Grand Teton National Park.

Location

String Lake

Park at the String and Leigh Lakes Trailhead for access to the Bearpaw and Trapper Lakes Trail.

Reservations

No

Permits are required for those planning to stay overnight in the backcountry. Visit the backcountry page to learn about obtaining a permit.

Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility Information

The Bearpaw and Trapper Lakes Trail is a moderate, 9.2 mi (14.8 km) RT out and back trail with 460 ft (140 m) of elevation gain and an average slope of 4%. While the trail is long, there is little elevation change. Once past the intial 5-6 stairs at the Leigh Lake Trailhead, the trail has numerous small ups and downs and feature obstacbles, such as exposed roots and rocks.