Way Crowded. Keep going up canyon or hike around the lake. Most people take the crowded boat across the lake and join the crowds up to the point. More

We'd hiked Ampitheater and Surprise Lakes that day, so it could be that Inspiration Point was an anticlimax. The trail at that point was extremely well-worn and not nearly as interesting and inviting as others we'd travelled. Even in late September and late in the day, we shared the spot with more hikers than we'd seen anywhere else in the... More

We are always amazed at the relatively small number of folks who take advantage of ranger guided hikes. The one at Inspiration Point was excellent. The rangers are always friendly and have lots of extra information. We always try to do one early in our visit to an area because of the "insider information" that the rangers can provide. This... More

My 9 year-old son and I hiked to the lookout. The first 2.5 miles is fairly easy. It's the last 1/2 mile that becomes fairly steep. If you take your time on the climb it is definitely worth the extra effort. Up there you get a great view of Jenny Lake. At Inspiration Point it's a nice place to sit... More

While the hike is listed as easy to moderate, I would say it is more moderate to strenuous (depending on your physical fitness level) The climb is steep and in some spots a narrow ledge. The views from Inspiration Point are worth the effort. However, most people were breathing very hard. Be sure to stop to see Hidden Falls on... More

After a 10-minute trip via launch across Jenny Lake, we arrived at a small dock prior to an uphill hike. Walking sticks are provided. On the trip across the lake, our driver warned us about bears and said he had seen one swimming in the lake that morning. Sure enough, somebody sighted a bear on our hike. Thankfully all we... More

Fun hike. We took the boat across the lake. The boat operators were great, very nice. They even gave out free walking poles if you wanted them. The hike up is steep, lots of steps and lots of people. gorgeous waterfalls on the way. Once to the point it is very, very nice. Nice views of peaks. We took the... More

This is a short up-hill climb on the opposite side of Jenny Lake. If you are capable of walking up narrow stairs, I definitely recommend this hike. If you have children, be very cautious as there is a significant drop-off and the walkway is gravelly. It will only take about an hour if you take the boat across and back.... More

Hiked to Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point on the west side of Jenny Lake. We actually hiked a little further than Inspiration Point where it is less busy and higher than Inspiration Point. The north side of Jenny Lake is less busy than the south side, so park at String Lake Trailhead, then go from there. It is only about... More