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Campground

Colter Bay Campground

outside amphitheater with visitors sitting on benches and a ranger on stage making a presentation

Enjoy a ranger program at the amphitheater!

Photo: NPS Photo / Petersen

About

This large campground is in a lodgepole pine forest near Colter Bay Village. While not on the shores of Jackson Lake, a short stroll leads to a spectacular view of Mount Moran and the northern Teton Range. Colter Bay Village has many facilities including a visitor center, restaurants, stores, cabins, and marina. Shower and laundry services are available for additional fee. Departing from the nearby Hermitage Point Trailhead, hikers traverse forests and sagebrush meadows enjoying the Teton landscape.

Campsites

324
Total Sites
13
Electric Hookups
10
Walk/Boat-in
10
Group

Contact

Phone307-543-2811
Emailgtlcreservations@vailresorts.com
WebsiteOfficial NPS Page

Location

100 Colter Bay Campground Road
Colter Bay Campground
Moran, WY 83013

Fees

Campsite with vehicle$59.00
Campsite with electric hookup$80.00
Group Campsite per person(10 person minimum)$16.00
Hiker-Bicyclist Sites$13.00

Hours

Summer Season

wednesdayAll Day
mondayAll Day
thursdayAll Day
sundayAll Day
tuesdayAll Day
fridayAll Day
saturdayAll Day

Reservations

Campsites are reservable on Recreation.gov. Plan ahead and reserve your site up to six months in advance. The maximum stay permitted at Colter Bay campground is 14 nights, and the maximum cumulative stay between all Grand Teton National Park campgrounds is 30 nights.

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Directions

Heading north from Jackson on US 26/89/191, turn left (west) at Moran Junction. Continue north on US 89/191/287 ten miles to Colter Bay Junction. Turn left (west) and follow the signs. Heading south from Yellowstone on US 89/191/287, continue 20 miles south. Turn right (west) at Colter Bay Junction and follow the signs.

Weather

Grand Teton National Park has long, cold winters—snow and frost are possible any month. April, May, & June - Mild days and cool nights alternate with rain and snow. July & August - Warm days and cool nights prevail, with afternoon thundershowers common. September, October, & November - Sunny days and cold nights alternate with rain and occasional snowstorms. December to April - Between storms the days are sunny and nights are frigid. Snow blankets the mountains and valley.

Accessibility

wheelchair Access

The campground has 13 ADA-accessible sites with electric hookups. Restroom facilities are partially accessible. Accessible showers are available in Colter Bay Village. Routes to the amphitheater are paved but on a sloping incline/decline which may make wheelchair access challenging. The campground loop roads are paved and mostly level, with some sloping incline and decline.

internet Info

Limited internet service. Complimentary WiFi/internet service is available at the restaurants, marina, activities desk, launderette, and stores.

cell Phone Info

Cell phone coverage is available depending on location and provider.

fire Stove Policy

Campfires are allowed at designated campgrounds within metal fire grates unless fire restrictions are in effect. Downed and dead wood may be collected within the campground.

rv Allowed

1

rv Info

RVs and trailers up to a maximum of 45 feet in length are allowed. 13 ADA-accessible sites have electric hookups, but there are no full hookups. The adjacent Colter Bay RV Park has full hookups. The campground has a complimentary dump station and a water fill station for tanks.

rv Max Length

45

additional Info

Shower and laundry services are available for additional fee.

trailer Max Length

45

ada Info

The Colter Bay Campground has 17 loops which includes 324 individual campsites, 10 large group sites, and 13 electric-only ADA-accessible sites. ADA-compliant campsites offer electric-only hook-ups, accessible picnic tables, and paved sites. The campground loop roads are paved and mostly level, with some sloping incline and decline. Restroom facilities are partially accessible, with accessible showers available at the launderette. Routes to the amphitheater are paved but on a sloping incline/decline. A courtesy phone is located at the Campground Kiosk near the campground entrance.

trailer Allowed

1

access Roads

Paved Roads - All vehicles OK

classifications

Developed Campground