Jenny Lake Campground
Closed — Closed for winter. Opens July 1, 2025 and operates through late September. Reservations available up to six months in advance via Recreation.gov. Maximum stay is seven nights.
From Recreation.gov
**1. You are in bear country when camping at Jenny Lake Campground. Please put all food, coolers, storage containers, utensils, and anything that has an odor. in a closed, locked vehicle or bear box provided, with the doors closed properly, when not directly supervising the use of these items.** **2. There is a limit of 1 vehicle OR 2 motorcycles AT ALL TIMES PER SITE. No towable trailers of any size are allowed in Jenny Campground, and no generators are allowed in Jenny Campground.** **3. Please consider Colter Bay Campground or Gros Ventre Campground for any group site needs. Jenny Campground has car restrictions and only one bathroom and is not conducive for group camping. Thank you.**
Antler Collection Not Permitted Inside Park Boundaries
Elk are shedding their antlers in and around Grand Teton. People visiting or passing through the park must note that it's illegal to take, collect, retrieve, possess, or transport any natural product, including shed antlers, from the park at any time.
Menors Ferry Road Closure
Menors Ferry Road will be closed 7/26/2025 for a special event. Access to the Chapel of the Transfiguration will be walk-in only. Parking is available at Windy Point or Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center.
Fire restrictions in place
Stage 1 fire restrictions are in place. Campfires are only allowed in designated metal fire grates. Teton Interagency Fire has more information.
About
Tucked away at the base of the Teton Mountain Range, Jenny Lake Campground offers one of the most scenic camping experiences in Grand Teton National Park. The campground is situated within walking distance of the eastern shore of Jenny Lake, with commanding views of Teewinot Mountain, Mount St. John, and into Cascade Canyon. This tent-only facility features 51 individual campsites spread across two loops on a glacial moraine covered with open forest of lodgepole pine, subalpine fir, and Douglas fir. Three ADA-compliant sites are available, along with 10 walk-in hiker-bicycler sites. The Jenny Lake area serves as a gateway to some of the park's most popular trails. Visitors can loop the lake, visit Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point, or venture into the backcountry via Cascade Canyon. More challenging destinations like Lake Solitude and Hurricane Pass are also accessible from this area. The Jenny Lake Store is a five-minute walk from the campground and offers firewood, ice, clothing, souvenirs, and snacks. The historic Jenny Lake Visitor Center, housed in the Harrison Crandall Studio from the 1920s, provides ranger assistance and educational exhibits about the area's natural and cultural history. This is an extremely popular campground due to its location in one of the most-visited sections of the park. Vehicle restrictions are strictly enforced: no vehicles over 8 feet high or 14 feet long, no trailers of any size, no cab-over campers, and no generators. Maximum occupancy per site is two tents, one vehicle, and six guests for up to seven nights. You are in active bear country when camping here, and all food and scented items must be stored in provided bear boxes or closed, locked vehicles at all times.
Directions
Heading north from Jackson on US 26/89/191, turn left at Moose Junction and continue eight miles north to South Jenny Lake Junction. Turn left into the developed area. Heading south from Yellowstone on US 89/191/287, turn right at Jackson Lake Junction and continue 12 miles south to South Jenny Lake Junction. Turn right into the developed area.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $58 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 0ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 0ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| GTLCreservations@vailresorts.com | |
| Phone | +1 (307) 543-2811 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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