State Park
Holly Lake Backcountry
Grand Teton National Park · Alta, WY
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- Address:Alta, WY
About
Head into Paintbrush Canyon for a strenuous 13 mile hike to Holly Lake. Starting at the String Lake Trailhead, cross the bridge over the String Lake outlet, and continue along the western side of the lake. Follow Paintbrush Canyon up until you reach the Holly Lake junction. From there, it’s another half mile to the lake. This hike offers panoramic views of Paintbrush Canyon and Leigh and Jackson Lakes below.
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Pet Policy
No pets allowed
Campground Rules
- No campfires allowed
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Within ~30 miles
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Rick's Basin Trail
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Fred's Mountain via Sidewinder Trail
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Jolly Green Giant
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Hunt context
Hunting unit around this campground
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Wyoming hunting page
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