Surprise Lake via Amphitheater Lake Trail

based on 404 tracks & routes #3 hike out of 149 in
12.5 mi
Distance
6 hrs 0 min
Time
terrain
2,964 ft
Elev Gain

Overview

This is a difficult out and back trail to Surprise Lake in Grand Teton National Park.

This trail goes by Amphitheater Lake.

Pack something to read and relax at Amphitheater Lake. Hike uphill to the campsites and be rewarded with great views of Delta lake! DO pack bear spray.

Getting Started

Follow the signs to the Lupine Meadow trailhead and be prepared to hunt for parking unless you arrive early. This is the climbers' trail for the Grand Teton as well. There are a few forks to watch for, but the trail is well marked.



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    2 months, 1 week ago
    pretty easy hike.
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    3 years ago
    Crowded but nice hike. Intermediate+ difficulty with chance to see black bears, mule deer and Elk. Bring a hat since there is a lot sun exposure. Explore area above lake for even better view. Parking lot fills up quick. I would do this again.
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    3 years ago
    Great hike
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John DuRoss 1 year ago
Amphitheater Lake
Hiked this on Labor Day left house at 7:15. Really busy through Park entrance. Tons of people at TH. We had to park 1/2 miles away. Added 1 mile to a tough hike. Conclusion. Don’t hike on Labor Day, get there early. 7:30 or 8. We started hike at 8:45 😩
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Chris Jones 1 year, 2 months ago
Jackson Hike
https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/19714210419
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Lynnea Poppenhagen 1 year ago
GTNP Amphitheater Lake
great view off ridge above lake just over 10,000 ft
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Amphitheatre Lake
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