Located in the heart of Grand Teton National Park within walking distance of Jenny Lake you can't go wrong planning a stay at the Jenny Lake Campground.
This campground is super popular!!! During the summer the Jenny Lake Campground can fill well before 9 am.
You will want to plan to arrive early to grab a spot.
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Jenny Lake Campground
Jenny Lake Campground does not allow trailers, campers, or generators. The site is for tents only. Vehicles cannot be over 8-feet high or 14 feet long.
The campground is close to the Jenny Lake Visitor Center and offers easy access to the lake.
This campground is one of the most popular Grand Teton Campgrounds! This is bear country so you will want to make sure you are making sure there is no food left out.
Each campsite has bear boxes and they need to be used!!! We heard of multiple bear sightings all over the park while we were there.
Season: Early to Mid -May to late September. It depends on the weather.
Number of Sites: 49 individual tent campsites and 10 sites designated for hikers and bicyclists.
Location in the park: Next to Jenny Lake
Campsite cost: Make sure to check with the park for the most updated camping fees
One thing to note is a campground host must see your golden age/senior pass to apply the discount.
Payments accepted: Cash and check only
Reservations: Reservations can be made online at Recreation.gov
Campground Address: Teton Park Rd, Moose, WY 83012
Latitude/Longitude:
Latitude 43.7541N
Longitude -110.7205W
Elevation: 6,783 feet
Accessible Sites: There are three accessible sites within the campground (Sites 3, 5 and 6)
Pets Allowed: Yes, Please review Campground & National Park Pet Regulations.
Jenny Lake Campground Reservations
Are campground Reservations Available? Yes
Phone Number? 1-877-444-6777
Online? Recreation.gov
How Far Ahead can you make a reservation? Individual sites at this campground operate on a 6-month rolling basis
Are there any First-Come, first-served campsites available? This is one of the most popular campgrounds in Grand Teton. I don't think first come first serve is going to happen.
Jenny Lake Campground Amenities
Each campsite has a picnic table, a fire pit, and nearby flush toilets and food storage.
Flush Toilets: Yes
Showers: There are no shower facilities on site. Showers are located in the town of Jackson or the Colter Bay Village.
Payphone: Yes, near the front entrance
Is wifi available? No
Is cellular Phone Service Available? No
Is camp host available on site? Yes
Is firewood available for purchase? Firewood is available at the Jenny Lake Store and at local stores. They also sell ice and camping supplies.
Amenities at each campsite:
Firepit in the site? Yes
Picnic Table in the site? Yes
Bear Box in site/area? Yes
Potable Water? Yes
There are recycling stations located at the entrance to each camping loop.
RV Camping at Jenny Lake Campground
Jenny Lake Campground is a tent-only campground.
How to get to Jenny Lake Campground
Jenny Lake Campground is located off of Teton Park Road approximately 8 miles from Moose, Wyoming.
Jenny Lake Campground Campground Regulations
The maximum number of people in a campsite: Maximum 6 persons per site
The number of cars per campsite:
No trailers, campers, or generators are allowed and vehicles cannot be over 8-feet high or 14 feet long. The maximum allowed per site is two tents, one vehicle, and six guests. (For reference, 2 motorcycles = 1 vehicle)
Check-in Time: check-in any time of day that there is an unoccupied site.
Checkout time: 11 AM.
Quiet Hours: Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Maximum Stay: Maximum stay permitted at Jenny Lake Campground is 7 nights, and the maximum cumulative stay between all park campgrounds is 30 nights.
Don't forget to pack these camping essentials
Jenny Lake Campground Map
Jenny Lake Campground Photos
Things to do near Jenny Lake Campground
Backcountry Hiking - Many of the park's premier backcountry hikes start near the campground. Within 5 miles of the campground, there are four trailheads offering hikes from easy to strenuous.
Biking - The multi-use biking path leaves from south Jenny Lake and travels eight miles south along the base of the Teton Range to Moose.
Boating - You can rent a boat from Jenny Lake Boating or bring your own boat. You will need to get a boat permit.
Fishing - Fishing is allowed from the shoreline or on a boat. There are three species of trout in the lake. You will need to purchase a Wyoming fishing license at marinas and tackle shops.
Jenny Lake Visitor Center - The visitor center has interpretive exhibits, maps, and information on the park.
Swimming - The water is not warm but you can take a dip or swim in Jenny Lake.
Wildlife Viewing - This is a great area to look for bears, moose, and other Grand Teton Wildlife.
Additional Grand Teton National Park Information & Resources
National Park Lodges Available in Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton National Park has several National Park lodges, including Signal Mountain Lodge, Jenny Lake Lodge, Jackson Lake Lodge, Headwaters at Flagg Ranch, Triangle X Dude Ranch, and Colter Bay Village Cabins.
⭐️ 4.6 of 5 Stars - Signal Mountain Lodge - Click here for Rates and Availability.
One of only two lodges sitting directly on the shores of Jackson Lake inside Grand Teton National Park, and the only one where many rooms and cabins face the lake with unobstructed views of the Teton Mountain Range! Book a Lakefront Retreat and step onto your private balcony to watch the sunrise paint the jagged Teton peaks gold while Jackson Lake shimmers in the foreground. It is one of the most breathtaking views in all of America, and it is yours with your morning cup of coffee. The lodge offers a variety of accommodations including country rooms, lakefront retreat suites with kitchenettes, and cozy log cabins, some with gas fireplaces. . Free WiFi throughout the property.
- Open early May through mid-October only, so reservations go fast and advance booking is strongly recommended!
⭐️ 4.5 of 5 Stars - Jenny Lake Lodge - Click here for Rates and Availability.
The most luxurious place to stay inside Grand Teton National Park, a AAA Four-Diamond resort tucked beneath towering spruces at the foot of the Teton Range! The 37 historic log cabins blend Old West charm with modern comfort, and the Signature Stay package includes gourmet breakfast, a nightly five-course prix fixe dinner, horseback riding, cruiser bicycles, and daily complimentary activities. The Dining Room at Jenny Lake is housed in a 1930s-era log cabin and offers a culinary experience unlike any other found inside a national park. Jenny Lake, its famous hiking trails, and three glacial lakes are steps from your door.
- Open early June through early October, book up to a year in advance!
Jackson Lake Lodge
⭐️ 4.5 of 5 Stars - Jackson Lake Lodge - Click here for Rates and Availability.
Step inside the main lobby and be stopped in your tracks by the iconic 60-foot floor-to-ceiling windows framing a jaw-dropping panoramic view of the Teton Range! This full-service historic resort perched on a bluff above Jackson Lake offers 385 rooms, suites, and cottages, with pet-friendly options available. Amenities include four on-site dining options ranging from the famous Mural Room to the Poolside Cantina, a heated outdoor pool with summer BBQ nights and live music, free WiFi, three gift shops, plus a Native American artifacts and Western art exhibit in the lobby.
- Open mid-May through early October, book up to 12 months in advance!
⭐️ 4.2 of 5 Stars - Headwaters at Flagg Ranch - Click here for Rates and Availability.
The ultimate two-park basecamp, sitting just 2 miles from the south entrance of Yellowstone and minutes from the north border of Grand Teton, all on the banks of the Snake River! Cozy log cabins sleep up to 5 guests, with some positioned right on the river, and premium cabins feature a mini-fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. On-site amenities include Sheffield's Restaurant and Saloon for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, a gift shop, convenience store, gas station, free WiFi, and complimentary campfire s'mores and nature talks.
- Open early June through late September!
⭐️ 4.0 of 5 Stars - Colter Bay Village Cabins - Click here for Rates and Availability.
The most affordable way to sleep inside Grand Teton National Park, with charming historic log cabins sitting right on the northern shores of Jackson Lake! Colteb Bay village features two restaurants, a coffee bar, pizza cafe, grocery store, gift shops, full-service marina, laundry facilities, and a gas station. Free WiFi available at the lodge and cabins.
- Open late May through late September
Lodging near Grand Teton National Park
⭐️ 4.7 of 5 Stars - Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole - Click here for Rates and Availability.
A Forbes Five Star, AAA Five Diamond ski-in/ski-out luxury resort sitting at the base of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort with direct access to 13 lifts and jaw-dropping Teton views! Rooms and suites feature gas fireplaces, private balconies, and dark wood and natural stone finishes, while the full-service alpine spa offers 16 treatment rooms, a heated outdoor pool, and three hot-spring style outdoor whirlpools. Dining includes the acclaimed Westbank Grill and The Handle Bar slopeside pub from the Michael Mina team. Additional amenities include free WiFi, valet parking, ski concierge, ski rentals, fitness center, Kids Club, game room, complimentary shuttle to Jackson, and over 2,000 pieces of museum-quality art throughout the property. Open year-round.
⭐️ 4.3 of 5 Stars - Fireside Resort - Click here for Rates and Availability.
Jackson Hole's most unique lodging, a collection of LEED-certified modern rustic cabins tucked in the Teton wilderness just off Moose-Wilson Road, only 15 minutes from Grand Teton National Park! All 20 cabins feature a fireplace, full kitchen, separate bedroom and living room, private furnished deck with grill, flat-screen TV, and free WiFi. The resort also offers a communal hot tub, laundry facilities, free parking, and on-site Jeep Grand Cherokee rentals for exploring the parks in style. Pet friendly with doggie beds provided by the fire. Open year-round!
Click on this link or the map below to see additional vacation rentals and lodging options near the park.
Grand Teton National Park Guided Tours
Tetons and Snake River Scenic Float Trip in Jackson Hole
⭐️ Rating: 4.8 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Tour Length: 3 hours | 🛶Check Rates and Availability
This would be, without a doubt, the tour I would choose! Take a relaxing rafting trip from Jackson Hole, drift down a scenic section of Wyoming's wildlife-laden Snake River, where moose, deer, river otters, and eagles can be seen from your raft. Be sure to bring your camera to photograph any wildlife that appears on the banks, and also capture the stunning landscape extending out from the Tetons.
Grand Teton Wildlife Safari in an enclosed or Open-Air Vehicle
⭐️ Rating: 4.9 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Tour Length: 4 hours | 🚌Check Rates and Availability
Join a local naturalist and guide for a ride in an open-air safari vehicle (seasonal) on dirt roads and on paved highways within Grand Teton National Park, where you scour the landscape at dawn or dusk for wolves, moose and elk. Look for eagles soaring overhead or deer walking through the woods, and there's even a chance that you can spot a bear roaming near the road. The guides also discusses the areas ecology, history, geology, and culture, and also stops so that you can take photos.
Grand Teton Half-Day Tour
⭐️ Rating: 4.8 out of 5 Stars | ⏳ Tour Length: 4 hours | 🚌Check Rates and Availability
Explore the highlights of Grand Teton National Park from either Jackson or Teton Village. Travel along the Gros Ventre River to the Mormon Row Historic District, Moose Junction, and other places where wildlife roam. Use the provided spotting scope and field glasses to get a close look at the animals like moose, elk, and eagles.
Grand Teton National Park Entrance Fee
Park entrance fees are separate from camping and lodging fees.
Park Entrance Pass - $35.00 Per private vehicle (valid for 1-7 days from the date of purchase)
Park Entrance Pass - Motorcycle - $30.00 Per motorcycle (valid for 1-7 days from the date of purchase)
Per-Person Entrance Pass - $20.00 Visitors 16 years or older who enter on foot, bicycle, or as part of an organized group not involved in a commercial tour.
Annual Park Entrance Pass - $70.00, Admits pass holder and all passengers in a non-commercial vehicle. Valid for one year from the month of purchase.
$25.00 for Commercial Sedan with 1-6 seats and non-commercial groups (16+ persons)
$125.00 for Commercial Van with 7-15 seats
$200.00 for Commercial Mini-Bus with 16-25 seats
$300.00 for Commercial Motor Coach with 26+ seats
Additional Grand Teton/Yellowstone Resources
Jackson Lake Lodge - Room photo and video, find out what it is like to stay at this great lodge.
Yellowstone Camping Guide - Breakdown of every campground in Yellowstone with site photos, reservations and more.
Top things to do in Yellowstone - All the things you don't want to miss during your trip.
Wyoming National Park - Check out the other great parks you can visit in Wyoming
Grand Teton Camping Guide - Check out all of the campgrounds in Grand Teton.
Epic Guide to Yellowstone NP - Everything you need ot know to plan a great visit.
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