Wyoming’s mountain trails are known for their gorgeous and impressive wildflowers. If you’re looking to track down quite a sight this summer, plan a day hike or backpacking trip into Paintbrush Canyon, one of the highest rated trails in Grand Teton National Park

Hiking through Paintbrush Canyon in Grand Teton National Park is a breathtaking experience that should be on everyone's bucket list.
AllTrails / Tequina Adams
You can hike for miles and miles into Paintbrush Canyon, and many choose to extend this hike all the way to String Lake.
AllTrails / Jennifer Rutan
Along the way, you'll pass millions of wildflowers. The Canyon is known for being of the best places to spot mountain wildflowers throughout the state.
Flickr / Lincoln Stein
In fact, Paintbrush Canyon is named after Wyoming's state flower - the bright red Indian Paintbrush.
Flickr / Brian Saunders

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You'll see Indian Paintbrush, Lupine, and many, many more beautiful wildflowers along your journey.
AllTrails / Savanna Shelnutt
After climbing up in elevation, you'll reach Paintbrush Divide. The views from 10,700 feet up are absolutely breathtaking.
AllTrails / Sam Yarolimek
Spend some time enjoying the sweeping panoramic views of the Teton Valley. You will feel like you're on top of the world - and this is about as close to heaven as you can get in the Cowboy State.
AllTrails / Kristen E.
If you do choose to turn your trip into a backpacking excursion, there's no better place to pitch your tent than scenic String Lake. Relax here before having to hike back to reality.
AllTrails / Sebastian Van Erk

Address: Grand Teton National Park, Moose, WY, 83012

While you can certainly customzie your hike into Paintbrush Canyon, AllTrails has a good guide to a popular backpacking route online, here.

For more of the best, most scenic hikes in the Cowboy State, read 12 Low-Key Hikes In Wyoming With Amazing Payoffs and plan your next adventure.

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