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    Published: Sep 1, 2020 · Updated: Aug 2, 2025 by JohnTillison · This post may contain affiliate links

    Signal Mountain Campground - Grand Teton National Park

    Signal Mountain Campground in Grand Teton National Park is located near Signal Mountain Lodge and Marina. The campground offers great access to the shores of Jackson Lake. You can also drive easily to Jenny Lake. 

    Located in a pine forest, Signal Mountain Campground is a great location for exploring Grand Teton National Park. 

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    Signal Mountain Campground

    The campground offers sites with electric hookups for RV's. There are no showers and laundry available within the campground. 

    Season:  May through October

    Number of Sites:  81

    Location in the park: located on the Signal Mountain Lodge property

    Campsite cost: Make sure to check with the park for the most updated camping fees

    Reservations: Yes, reservations can be made online at Recreation.gov

    Mid-June through mid-August, typical fill times average between 8 am and 10 am. 

    Campground Address: 

    Latitude/Longitude: 
    Latitude: 43.841
    Longitude: -110.615

    Elevation: 6,824 feet

    Accessible Sites: Sites 43, 44, and 46 were designated ADA sites. 

    Pets Allowed:  Yes

    The campground is 10 miles from Jenny Lake and 30 miles from Jackson, Wyoming. 

    Yellowstone National Park is 25 miles north of the campground. 

    Signal Mountain Campground Reservations

    Are campground Reservations Available? Yes, reservations can be made online at Recreation.gov

    Signal Mountain Campground Amenities

    The campground is very close to a general store, gift shop, laundromat, and showers. There is a dump station and water station near the front entrance to the campground. 

    Flush Toilets: Yes

    Showers: No

    Payphone: No

    Is wifi available? No

    Is cellular Phone Service Available? No

    Is camp host available on site? Yes

    Is firewood available for purchase? You can find firewood and supplies at the Signal Mountain Lodge

    Amenities at each campsite:

    Firepit in the site? Yes

    Picnic Table in the site? Yes

    Bear Box in site/area? Yes, Bear boxes are available for most tent sites.

    Potable Water? Yes

    Don't forget to pack

    Insect repellent is always a great idea outdoors, especially around any body of water. 

    We use Permethrin Spray on our clothes before our park trips.  Please read my article on preventing biting insects while enjoying the outdoors. 

    Sunscreen - I buy environmentally friendly sunscreen whenever possible because you inevitably pull it out at the beach.

    Bring your water bottle and plenty of water with you. Plastic water bottles are not sold in the park.

    Sunglasses - I always bring sunglasses with me. I personally love Goodr sunglasses because they are lightweight, durable, and have awesome National Park Designs from several National Parks like Joshua Tree, Yellowstone, Hawaii Volcanoes, Acadia, Denali, and more!

    Click here to get your National Parks Edition of Goodr Sunglasses!

    Binoculars/Spotting Scope - These will help spot birds and wildlife and make them easier to identify. We tend to see waterfowl in the distance, and they are always just a bit too far to identify them without binoculars.

    RV Camping at Signal Mountain Campground

    RV Length:   RVs up to 30 feet in length.

    Dump Station: Yes

    Generators: Generators can be used between 8 am - 8 pm.

    Hookups: No

    Signal Mountain Campground Regulations

    The maximum number of people in a campsite:  Maximum 6 persons per site

    The number of cars per campsite: 1

    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 7:00 a.m.

    Maximum Stay: 14 nights and the maximum cumulative stay between all park campgrounds is 30 nights.

    Don't forget to pack these camping essentials

    • Camping Chairs
    • First Aid Kit
    • Collapsible Dish Tub
    • Camping Dishes
    • Camping Tarp
    • Lantern
    • Camping Games

    Nearby Grand Teton Attractions

    Colter Bay - They offer a variety of boat rentals, a general store, laundromat, and it is only a short walk from the cabins

    Jenny Lake

    Oxbow Bend

    Jackson Lake - There are great lake cruises offered to help you have the perfect vacation. Colter Bay sits on the shore of Jackson Lake.

    Moose-Wilson Road

    Schwabacher's Landing

    Mormon Row

    Signal Mountain Campground Photos

    Site 1
    Site 3
    Site 9
    Site 12

    Site 12 offers an epic view of the lake!!! 

    Site 14
    Site 16

    Site 38
    Site 41
    Site 44 ADA
    Site 49
    Site 66

    Sites 65 - 86 are a generator free zone. 

    Site 69

     

    Site 77
    Site 79
    Site 80

    Closest Visitor Center

    Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center

    Jenny Lake Visitor Center

    Additional Grand Teton National Park Information & Resources

    Grand Teton National Park Lodging Options

    Lodging 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.

    Signal Mountain Lodge

    🏨Ready to Book the Signal Mountain Lodge -> Click Here

    Why Book here? How about rooms with jaw-dropping EPIC Views of Jackson Lake in the foreground and the Tetons in the background! There is nothing quite like sitting on the deck with a cup of coffee watching sunrise. The Signal Mountain Lodge is open from Early May to mid - October.

    Jenny Lake Lodge

    🏨Ready to Book the Jenny Lake Lodge -> Click Here

    Why stay here? This is by far, the closest accomodations to Jenny Lake and all of its wonders! Now you can get to the parking lot early and beat the insane crowds trying to get to this piece of heaven. The cabins are secluded and located east of Jenny Lake, this resort is a high-class destination for the well-pampered traveler. The dining room offers a prix fixe menu with a local and international flair. Open Early June to Early October.

    Jackson Lake Lodge

    🏨Ready to Book the Jackson Lake Lodge -> Click Here

    Why stay here? The main lodge area is absolutely EPIC with sweeping panoramic views of the Teton Range and Signal Mountain from the full wall of windows! Don't forget to hang out by the fireplace and stop in a restaurant to enjoy the full lodge experience.

    With spectacular dining in the world-renowned Mural Room, shopping opportunities in its three gift shops, guided activities, and a comprehensive conference facility. Its easy to see why this lodge draws thousands of guests from May through October each year.

    Headwaters at Flagg Ranch

    🏨Ready to Book the Headwaters at Flagg Ranch -> Click Here

    • Season - Early June to Late September

    Why stay here? Location, Location, Location! The Headwaters Lodge at Flagg Ranch is actually located on the Rockefeller Memorial Parkway just South of Grand Teton National Park, and just North of Yellowstone National Park. The cabins are very nice and makes it easy to explore both parks in one convient location.

    Colter Bay Village Cabins

    🏨Ready to Book the Colter Bay Village Cabins -> Click Here

    Why stay here? these cabins are so cute and give the log cabin feel! They also provide easy access to the Colter Bay Marina and village. The historic cabins are over 90 years old and feel like you are stepping back in time but still have modern amenities. Open from Late May to Late September.

    Lodging near Grand Teton National Park

    Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole

    🏨Ready to Book the -> Click Here

    Do you want to stay in a hotel with 5-star old luxury charm, phenomonal spa treatments, concierge, and delicious dining? Consider a stay at Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole and take advantage of the nightclub, and a terrace. Yoga classes are offered at the health club. Free in-room Wi-Fi is available to all guests, along with a hair salon and an arcade/game room.

    Fireside Resort

    🏨Ready to Book the Fireside Resort -> Click Here

    Why Stay here? Super cute small cabins right off the Moose-Wilson Road! Cabins feature a spa tub, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. Free Wi-Fi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite. All 20 cabins boast fireplaces and offer free Wi-Fi and kitchens. Patios and living rooms are standard, as are flat-screen TVs with cable channels.

    Click on 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

    Learn more about National Park Passes for parks that have an entrance fee.

    $80.00 - For the America the Beautiful/National Park Pass. The pass covers entrance fees to all US National Park Sites and over 2,000 Federal Recreation Fee Sites for an entire year and covers everyone in the car for per-vehicle sites and up to 4 adults for per-person sites.

    2024 America The Beautiful National Park Pass

    Buy your pass at this link, and REI will donate 10% of pass proceeds to the National Forest Foundation, National Park Foundation, and the U.S. Endowment for Forestry & Communities.

    National Park Free Entrance Days  -Mark your calendars with the five free entrance days the National Park Service offers annually.

    Grand Teton National Park Resources

    John D. Rockefeller National Parkway - learn more about the parkway you travel between Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Park. 

    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. 

    Grand Teton Wildlife - From bears to moose find out the best places to view wildlife in the park. 

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