Jackson Hole offers camping for every type of traveler, from seasoned adventurers to people who think Cotopaxi is something you catch if you don't wash your hands well enough. Here’s a quick guide to the area’s most popular camping options of all varieties:
Campgrounds in Grand Teton National Park
The heart of the park is waiting. All you need is gear, gumption, and a backcountry permit. Or you can choose from 6 campsites, an RV park, and a tent village (like Jenny Lake Campground or Gros Ventre Campground). These campgrounds offer incredible views, convenient amenities, and easy access to some of the region’s best trails and wildlife viewing. For more information on available campgrounds, check here.
RV Camping
Traveling with an RV? Jackson Hole has several excellent options for motor-bound folks, including Colter Bay RV Park and private RV resorts near town. Check out this great list from our friends at the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce (be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the page). Many RV parks offer full hookups, laundry facilities, and enough space to make Dad dangerously confident that he can back in by himself.
Bridger-Teton National Forest
For campers looking to escape the crowds, Bridger-Teton National Forest offers some of the best camping in the Jackson Hole area. Whatever the word "camping" means to you—setting up a tent in the wilderness, car camping, or parking your recreational vehicle at a developed campground—the national forest has you covered. You can even reserve a Forest guard station cabin. Spanning more than 3.4 million acres, the forest features everything from developed campgrounds to dispersed camping sites surrounded by mountains, rivers, and dense pine forests. Here, visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, wildlife viewing, and incredible stargazing, all while experiencing a quieter side of Wyoming. It’s the perfect option for travelers who want to trade busy campgrounds for a little more solitude and a lot more wilderness. After all, not every great view needs a line of cars waiting to see it. Learn more about safety, availability, and regulations while camping in Bridger-Teton right here.
Prefer a Roof?
As beautiful as camping can be, sometimes you just want some indoor plumbing. That's why man Jackson Hole visitors enjoy combining a few nights outdoors with a few nights of comfort. After a day exploring Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone, or the Snake River, may we suggest a hot shower and a comfortable bed at Flat Creek Inn? Even if you're the type to rough it, our C-store is the perfect place resupply before heading out.
