Backcountry Kayaking- Leigh Lake

We pulled into the kayak launch at String Lake at about 9:00am. We have become masters at avoiding crowds by arriving early and staying late. It's worked out well so far, as we nearly had the lake to ourselves! As we began to launch our kayaks, Mark's boat flipped, filling with water, and soaking everything! Still being close to the edge of the lake, he pulled everything out of his boat, bailed out the water, repacked and we were on our way- what a great sport! We kayaked to the north boundary of String Lake, then portaged our kayaks a short distance, down a ramp and into beautiful Leigh Lake. This gorgeous lake sits at the base of the Tetons, providing up close, detailed views of these amazing behemoths.  We paddled in about 3 miles, close to the base of Mount Moran, where we found our back country boat-in only campsite, Paint Brush Canyon.
After setting up camp, setting the contents of Mark's kayak out to dry, and fixing dinner, we took an evening paddle around the bay- gorgeous! Our site was secluded- our only close neighbors being, loons, birds, a beaver swimming by, and an elk evidenced only by its bugling. The lighting reflected in the water provided a beautiful sunset, sunrise and a star show equally as beautiful in the sky and in its water reflection! 
A beautiful morning, and perfect glass water led us back to the launch, giving us one more opportunity to take in the spectacular views, and reflect on yet and another amazing adventure!Read more