The Top 13 Lakes in the Absaroka Range
Looking to visit the best lakes in the Absaroka Range? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Absaroka Range’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 9, 2025
Clear Lake is a lovely spot located in Yellowstone National Park and is mostly commonly accessed via the Ribbon Lake Trail. This is a great place to stop, eat a …
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Christian Pond doesn't get the same recognition that the nearby Emma Matilda Lake does, but this wetland reservoir plays host to a lot of the local fauna and is an …
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The Cascade Lake Trail is a popular path outside of Canyon Village. The trail passes through meadows on its way to distant alpine lakes and a few of the higher peaks in the area.
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Buffalo Bill Reservoir was created by damming the North Fork of the Shoshone River. There are several scenic overlooks easily accessible from the road all along the lake shore.
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A perfect spot to camp or just relax in the sun on the rock slabs. The lake is cold, but a great place to swim! Plenty of good spots are found all around the lake edge.
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Emma Matilda Lake is a large reservoir in Grand Teton National Park. Mount Moran can be seen towering in the distance behind the waters. The Emma Matilda Loop Trail circles …
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Two Ocean Lake is a 2.4-mile long, glacially formed lake set in a idyllic location within Grand Tetons National Park. There is a picnic area along the shoreline and a …
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Grebe Lake is one of the larger reservoirs in this backcountry area. There are a bunch of different primitive campsites around the reservoir that offer different perspectives of the water. …
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The Continental Divide Trail follows the Lewis River for a handful of miles before dumping in Lewis Lake. This large lake in Wyoming is situated within Yellowstone National Park and is a popular camping and picnic stop.
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Pleasantly quiet, the South Shore of Buffalo Bill Reservoir has few visitors, and the Boat Ramp gives easy access to the water, with great sunsets.
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