Signal Mountain Lodge - Grand Teton National Park

Signal Mountain Lodge is located on the shores of Jackson Lake in Grand Teton National Park.

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Signal Mountain Lodge - Grand Teton National Park

Signal Mountain Lodge sits in the herat of Grand Teton National Park, one of America's most breathtaking wild places. You will see a landscape of jagged granite peaks, pristine alpine lakes, braided rivers, and some of the finest wildlife habitat in the Lower 48.

The Tetons are among the youngest mountains in the Rocky Mountain chain and among the most dramatic, rising abruptly more than 7,000 feet above the valley floor with virtually no foothills to soften the transition. The result is a skyline unlike anything else in North America, and Jackson Lake sits right at the foot of it, reflecting those peaks on calm mornings in a way that stops people in their tracks.

What makes Signal Mountain Lodge so special, especially if you book a Lakefront Retreat Room, is that you will have a front row seat to argubably, one of the most incredible sunrise/sunsets on planet earth!

Trust me, I know. I have stayed here twice and it's hard to leave! Both trips, I spent hours just drinking coffee, spending time with my sweetie and enjoying this jaw-dropping view of the Tetons and Jackson Lake.

Sunrise is especially impressive as the cool mornings (the lodge is at 6,780 feet in elevation) as the sun rises behind you and slowly lighting up the Teton Mountain Range in front of you with an array of colors.

Don't worry if all of the Lakeside Retreat Rooms are already booked, Signal Mountain Lodge offers a variety of accommodations. The Lodge keeps a rustic and unpretentious character that feels right for the setting. The property also includes an on-site marina with boat rentals, scenic boat cruises, guided fishing tours, a gift shop, a general store, public showers, and a laundromat.

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Room Types

Cabins
Our one-room and two-room log cabins are a short walk from Jackson Lake and sleep anywhere from 2 to 6 guests. Bathrooms in both have been recently remodeled, and one One Room Cabin option offers mobility features including a roll-in shower and step-free entry.

• One Room Rustic Log Cabins
• Two Room Rustic Log Cabins

Rooms
These three room types offer lodge and motel-style stays a short walk from the lake. The Premier Western Rooms are the newest addition to the property, built in 2013 with LEED design components, Alder and reclaimed barn wood furnishings, granite countertops, and slate tile bathrooms. They come with two queen beds and are the only rooms with air conditioning, though pets aren't permitted in them. Country Rooms are motel-style with a small refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker, while Deluxe Country Rooms add a king bed, a small sitting area with a gas fireplace, and the same in-room conveniences.

• Premier Western Rooms
• Country Rooms
• Deluxe Country Rooms
• ADA Premier Western Rooms with grab bars, roll-in showers, wheelchair accessible doorways, and a ramp leading to the door

Bungalows
The one and two room bungalows sit in a duplex building a short walk from the lake, with only one of each type available. An adjoining door connects the two units, and guests share an outdoor deck with two picnic tables.

Lakefront Retreats
These suite-style units are the only ones on property with views of the Teton Range and Jackson Lake. Each has a bedroom and a living room with a sofa bed and a kitchenette that includes a microwave, full-size refrigerator, two-burner stove, dishwasher, and coffee maker. Upper Lakefront Retreats sit near the parking area with a semi-private balcony, while Lower Lakefront Retreats are down a flight of stairs and share a porch. Pets aren't allowed in the upper units.

Home Away from Home Cabin
Fully remodeled for the 2016 season, this standalone cabin is the only one of its kind on the property. It has two bedrooms, one bathroom, a living room with a sofa bed and gas fireplace, and a full kitchen with an oven, full-size refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher. It sleeps up to 8 guests.

Room Amenities

• WiFi
• Microwave (in some rooms)
• Coffee Maker (in some rooms)
• Mini Fridge (in some rooms)
• Hair Dryer
• Iron and Ironing Board
• Heat
• ADA Accessible Rooms with Accessible Bathroom Features
• Lake Views
• Dining
• Bar/Lounge
• Pet Friendly
• Coin Operated Laundromat
• Shopping
• Gas/Grocery

Lakefront Retreat

We stayed in a king upper view room at the Signal Mountain Lodge and it was honestly amazing! It is hard to describe being able to curl up with a hot cup of coffee looking out as the sun lights up the Teton range in the morning.

The room included a living/kitchen area with a leather couch big enough for 2 people, 2 chairs, and a table, along with a dining room table and four wooden chairs.

The small kitchen has a medium-size refrigerator, 2 stovetop burners, a small sink, and a microwave.

There is also a dishwasher and most of the dishes you would need to enjoy meals in the room. A toaster and coffee maker were also available in the kitchen.

The bathroom has a large counter and sink just outside of a private bathroom with a toilet and a nice size shower. The bedroom had a king-size bed with two nightstands, a small safe, and a box fan.

While the rooms do not have air conditioning they did have a box fan that we set up near the large front windows that did more than enough to cool the room off at night.

The highlight of the upper view room is the VIEW! The deck has two tall Adirondack chairs that are perfect for relaxing with a glass of wine and just watching the sunset over the Tetons.

Signal Mountain Lodge is close to Oxbow Bend which makes it easy to head out and look for Grand Teton wildlife or head in the other direction to check out Jenny Lake and the Moose-Wilson Road.

You can book a Grant Teton NP Scenic Float trip directly from the Lodge!

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Dining Options at Signal Mountain Lodge

The Peaks Restaurant

The Peaks Restaurant is the elevated dining option at Signal Mountain Lodge and one of the finest places to eat inside Grand Teton National Park. Positioned to take full advantage of the lodge's extraordinary setting, it offers views of Jackson Lake and the Teton Range that rival anything you will find in a restaurant in the park. The menu is an elevated bistro-style experience, with a lunch service featuring salads and sandwiches alongside the famous Teton Trout Cakes, which have earned a devoted following among returning guests and are the right way to start any meal here. Dinner steps up further with signature entrees built around Wyoming and Pacific Northwest ingredients, steaks, fresh trout, and regionally inspired seasonal dishes. The Peaks is open for lunch and dinner daily and is the place to bring anyone you want to impress with both the food and the backdrop.

The Trapper Grill

The Trapper Grill is the casual workhorse of Signal Mountain Lodge's dining operation, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily with a menu built around western favorites and local flair. Large picture windows frame views of Jackson Lake and the Teton Range, and a small outdoor deck that regulars consistently call the best in Grand Teton National Park gives guests a front-row seat to the landscape while they eat. The menu covers full breakfast service in the morning and moves through burgers, specialty sandwiches, appetizers, soups, salads, chili, and burritos for lunch and dinner. The fish tacos, wings, and fried brussels sprouts have become consistent crowd favorites according to nearly everyone who eats here. It is a busy and popular spot during peak hours, so arriving early or placing a to-go order to enjoy at one of the nearby picnic areas is a smart strategy during summer.

Deadman's Bar

Deadman's Bar is located inside the main restaurant building and is the social hub of Signal Mountain Lodge in the evening. It serves the full Trapper Grill menu alongside a well-stocked bar offering cocktails, beer, and wine. The blackberry margarita has become something of a legend in Jackson Hole, and the nacho plate has earned a reputation as one of the best values in the entire valley. Children are welcome until 5:00 pm, after which it becomes a 21 and over establishment.

Timbers Coffee and Cones

Timbers Coffee and Cones is located in the main restaurant building and is the first stop for guests before heading out into the park. It serves made-to-order coffees, ice cream scoops, house-baked bakery items, and grab-and-go snacks prepared in the lodge kitchen. It is a small but genuinely useful operation for early risers and afternoon hikers alike.

Leek's Pizzeria

Leek's Pizzeria is located approximately 10 miles north of Signal Mountain Lodge along the shores of Jackson Lake and is operated as part of the Signal Mountain Lodge family of dining options. Named for Steven N. Leek, a pioneering conservationist and photographer who was instrumental in establishing the National Elk Refuge in Jackson Hole, the pizzeria serves what many locals and repeat visitors consider the best pizza in the valley, alongside local microbrews, with sweeping views of Jackson Lake and the Teton Mountains as the backdrop. It is well worth the short drive up the lake shore.

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Signal Mountain Lodge Information

Season - May through October

Check-In Time - 4 pm

Check out Time - 11 am

Where is Signal Mountain Lodge? - About 27 miles, about a 45-minute drive, from the South Entrance into Yellowstone.

Signal Mountain Lodge is centrally located in Grand Teton National Park, about 30 miles north of the town of Jackson.

Address
1 Inner Park Road
Moran, WY 83013

Pets - Pet fee is $20 per night,per pet. Fee is non-refundable. Pets must always be on a leash on property and must be caged while guests are away. Housekeeping will not service rooms with unattended pets. Pets are not allowed in any Upper Lakefront Retreat rooms or Premier Western Rooms. Maximum 2 pets allowed.

Smoking - All the buildings on the property are non-smoking. Somiking is permitted outside at least 25 feet away from any door or window.

WiFi - All guest units come with free Wi-Fi

Time Zone Mountain Time Zone (MST)

Electric Vehicle Charging Does provide a free public level 2 EV Charging Station with a single J-1772 plug.

Things to do at Signal Mountain Lodge, Grand Teton National Park

🏔️Take in panoramic views of the Teton Range from the Jackson Lake shoreline at the lodge
🚣 Rent a motorboat, kayak, canoe, or paddleboard from the Signal Mountain Marina
🛥️ Book a scenic cruise or guided fishing trip on Jackson Lake through the lodge's marina
🎣 Fish for lake trout, brown trout, and Snake River cutthroat in Jackson Lake
🥾 Hike the Signal Mountain Summit Trail for sweeping views of Jackson Hole and the Tetons
🌅 Watch sunrise over the Tetons reflected in Jackson Lake, one of the great natural spectacles in the American West
🦌 Wildlife watch for moose, bald eagles, ospreys, and grizzly bears in and around the lake
📸 Photograph the Teton Range from lakeside, one of the most photographed mountain views in the world

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Alternative Lodging Options if Signal Mountain Lodge is Already Booked

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.

⭐️ 4.5 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

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.

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 free entrance days the National Park Service offers for US citizens and residents.

Grand Teton National Park Resources

• Grand Teton Wildlife Guide - Check out all of the epic animals you can see in the park and the best places to see them.
• Best things to do in Grand Teton - Information on all the best things to do and places to see while in the park.
• Mormon Row - Find out more about one of the top sites to see in the park.
• Jenny Lake - Complete Guide to exploring Jenny Lake at Grand Teton National Park.
• Cunningham Cabin - Complete guide to exploring Cunningham Cabin
• Oxbow Bend - Complete Guide to the Oxbow Bend Area
• Schwabacher Landing - Complete guide to exploring the Schwabacher Landing Area

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