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Two Ocean Lake

Lake

A wooded lake in Grand Teton National Park offering canoeing, shoreline hikes and wildlife viewing; anglers and hikers use it as a quieter alternative to busier spots.

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Two Ocean Lake essentials

Address: Two Ocean Lake, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, USA
Website: nps.gov
Hours: Park open year-round; visitor center hours vary seasonally
Admission: Grand Teton National Park entrance fee (vehicle): $35 (7-day) - check NPS for current rates
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About Two Ocean Lake

Two Ocean Lake is a natural lake located inside Grand Teton National Park in northwestern Wyoming. It is one of several backcountry lakes within the park and is known for forested shoreline and wildlife viewing.

A well-used loop trail runs near the lake, providing opportunities for day hiking, birdwatching, and shoreline paddling where allowed. The quiet shoreline and surrounding mixed forest make it a common spot for spotting waterfowl, moose, and other wildlife.

The basin that holds Two Ocean Lake was shaped by Pleistocene glacial activity like many lakes in the Teton region. It has been managed as part of Grand Teton National Park since the park expanded to include much of the Jackson Hole valley and surrounding lands.

Situated within Grand Teton National Park in northwestern Wyoming, the lake lies in the park’s backcountry amid forested terrain and is accessed via park trails and unpaved roads. The nearest well-known gateway community is Jackson, Wyoming, which serves as the regional access point for the park.

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Two Ocean Lake

Visit in summer (June-September) for the best trail access, milder weather and wildlife activity.

Summer (best for hiking and wildlife)
June-September · 10-20°C
Warmest, snow-free period with long daylight-best for hiking, wildlife viewing and accessing trails around the lake.
Shoulder seasons
April-May and October · 0-10°C
Variable conditions with possible late/early snow; trails may be wet or icy at times.
Winter
November-March · -15-0°C
Cold and snowy-many roads and trails are closed or require winter gear; lake area may be frozen.

Weather & Climate near Two Ocean Lake

Climate

Two Ocean Lake's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -17°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (640 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 20 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - -17° - -3° -16° 79 mm - - 3.0 m/s - -
February - -16° - 0° -13° 57 mm - - 2.9 m/s - -
March - -11° - 4° -8° 56 mm - - 3.3 m/s - -
April - -7° - 8° -3° 54 mm - - 3.5 m/s - -
May - -1° - 14° 4° 57 mm - - 3.6 m/s - -
June - 2° - 19° 11° 43 mm - - 3.5 m/s - -
July - 4° - 24° 14° 35 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
August - 4° - 24° 14° 34 mm - - 3.1 m/s - -
September - -1° - 19° 7° 40 mm - - 3.1 m/s - -
October - -5° - 12° 1° 40 mm - - 3.1 m/s - -
November - -10° - 3° -8° 70 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
December - -16° - -3° -15° 75 mm - - 2.9 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Two Ocean Lake

Two Ocean Lake is inside Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. From Jackson, drive north into the park on U.S. Highway 26/89/191; follow park signage to the Two Ocean Lake parking area and trailhead, from which the lakeshore and loop trail are a short walk. Public transit in the park is seasonal; most visitors reach the lake by private car or park shuttle where available.

Tips for Visiting Two Ocean Lake

  • Do the full Two Ocean Lake Loop (the maintained trail is roughly 6-7 miles) early in the morning when winds are usually light - that's when you're most likely to see reflected peaks and wildlife along the shoreline.
  • Two Ocean Lake is quieter than Jenny and String Lake; if you want solitude, avoid mid-day weekends and aim for weekdays or late afternoon when day-trippers concentrate at the more famous lakes.