Jenny Lake
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| Lake type | Moraine dammed lake |
| Primary sources | Cascade Creek |
| Primary outflows | Cottonwood Creek Snake River |
| Basin countries | USA |
| Max length | 2.2 mi (3.5 km) |
| Max width | 1.2 mi (1.9 km) |
| Surface area | 1075 acres (435 ha) |
| Max depth | 260 ft (79 meters) |
| Surface elevation | 6,783 ft (2,067 m) |
Jenny Lake is located in Grand Teton National Park in the U.S. state of Wyoming. The lake was formed approximately 12,000 years ago by glaciers pushing rock debris which carved Cascade Canyon during the last glacial maximum, forming a terminal moraine which now impounds the lake. The lake is estimated to be 260 feet (79 m) deep and encompasses 226 acres (0.9 km²). Jenny Lake is considered to be a major focal point in Grand Teton National Park, with many hiking trails, scenic boat rides and a quick access to the major climbing routes into the tallest peaks of the Teton Range.
[edit] External links
- Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. Geology Fieldnotes. National Park Service. Retrieved on August 21, 2006.
- Jenny Lake, USGS Jenny Lake (WY) Topo Map. Topozone. Retrieved on August 21, 2006.
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