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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 hiking trail that encircles the lake. The unique name is derived from Two Ocean Pass, that straddles the Continental Divide. Despite the name, the lake only flows west towards the Pacific.

The West Rosebud Trail winds along a glacier-fed river, gradually ascending through pine forests and rugged terrain toward the stunning alpine beauty of Mystic Lake. It’s a popular route for backpackers and day hikers, offering dramatic views of the Beartooth peaks and powerful waterfalls along the way.

Pine Creek Trail in the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness leads you through dense forest, wildflower meadows, and past cascading waterfalls on the way to a high alpine lake. It’s a challenging but rewarding hike, with sweeping mountain views that open up as you gain elevation.

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 snack, and take in the views over the clear blue water. Be warned, like many spots around the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, grizzly bears have been known to frequent this area.

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. This is a great place to see the wildlife that call Yellowstone home.

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.

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 around the entire reservoir and can be accessed via a couple different paths.

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 excellent spot to see wildlife. The Christian Pond Loop Trail is super popular, and it connects to a bunch of other trails in this part of the park.