Grand Teton National Park in northwestern Wyoming is one of the great treasures of the United States. It is one of the best places to marvel at the peaks of the Teton Range up close. Campgrounds in the park are inexpensive, and most are near running water.
Grand Teton National Park has six main campgrounds: Colter Bay, Flagg Ranch, Gros Ventre, Jenny Lake, Lizard Creek and Signal Mountain. Some are near general stores and restaurants, which are noted on the map you receive when you enter the park.
The park has several backcountry and lakeshore camping zones. You will need a permit and a reservation to camp there, and popular areas such as the Jackson Lake shore are limited to three-night stays.
These campgrounds vary in cost per night from $3.50 to $19, depending on whether you have an RV or a Golden Access Pass. Each backcountry trip has a $25 non-refundable fee.
Grand Teton National Park is in bear country. Don't store food in your tent or where you are sleeping; keep it in sealed containers inside the cab of your vehicle.
Most non-backcountry campgrounds are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Popular campgrounds such as Jenny Lake tend to fill up quickly during peak summer months. Arrive at a campground before 10 a.m. to guarantee yourself a site for the night.
