Jenny Lake Campground
Open from early May through late September 2026. Reservations are required through Recreation.gov and can be booked on a 6-month rolling basis. Maximum stay is 7 nights. No RVs, trailers, generators, or vehicles over 8 feet high or 14 feet long. Bear country food storage requirements in effect.
Flood Watch issued July 21 at 12:59PM MDT until July 23 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest, south central, southwest, and west central Wyoming, including the following areas, in central Wyoming, Casper Mountain, Green Mountains and Rattlesnake Range, Lander Foothills, Natrona County Lower Elevations, Owl Creek and Bridger Mountains, Southwest Bighorn Basin, Upper Wind River Basin, Wind River Basin, Wind River Mountains East and Wind River Mountains West. In north central Wyoming, Bighorn Mountains Southeast, Bighorn Mountains West, Northeast Johnson County, Southeast Bighorn Basin and Southeast Johnson County. In northwest Wyoming, Absaroka Mountains, Cody Foothills, Jackson Hole, North Bighorn Basin, Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains and Yellowstone National Park. In south central Wyoming, East Sweetwater County, Flaming Gorge and Rock Springs and Green River. In southwest Wyoming, South Lincoln County. In west central Wyoming, Salt River and Wyoming Ranges, Star Valley, Upper Green River Basin and Upper Green River Basin Foothills. * WHEN...Until late Wednesday night. The most likely period of possible flooding is Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Slow moving showers and thunderstorms and abnormally high moisture in the air can bring locally heavy rainfall that could lead to flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Advisory issued July 21 at 7:47PM MDT until July 21 at 8:45PM MDT by NWS Riverton WY
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...West Central Teton County in northwestern Wyoming along the Idaho border... * WHEN...Until 845 PM MDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Rises in small streams. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 745 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding may still be ongoing in the advisory area. Between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. - This includes the following streams and drainages... Darby Creek, Moose Creek, North Fork Game Creek, Teton Creek, Kiln Creek and South Fork Game Creek. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Alta, Teton Canyon and other drainages on the west side of the Tetons. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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.**
About
Tucked away at the base of the Teton Mountain Range, Jenny Lake Campground sits within walking distance of the eastern shore of Jenny Lake and offers sweeping views of Teewinot Mountain, Mount St. John, and into Cascade Canyon. This tent-only campground has two loops with 51 individual campsites, three ADA-compliant sites, and 10 hiker-bicycler sites. The campground straddles a glacial moraine covered with an open forest of lodgepole pine, subalpine fir, and Douglas fir. Several popular trails begin at Jenny Lake, including loops around the lake, Hidden Falls, Inspiration Point, and access to Cascade Canyon for longer backcountry trips. The multi-use pathway extends from South Jenny Lake to Jackson, perfect for cycling. The Jenny Lake Store is a five-minute walk from the campground and offers firewood, ice, clothing, souvenirs, and snacks. The Jenny Lake area is home to black and grizzly bears, moose, and deer. Strict food storage rules apply, with all food and scented items required in bear boxes or locked vehicles. No generators, trailers, or vehicles over 8 feet high or 14 feet long are permitted.
Directions
From Jackson, head north on US 26/89/191 and turn left at Moose Junction. Continue 8 miles north on Teton Park Road to South Jenny Lake Junction. Turn left into the developed area. From Yellowstone, head south on US 89/191/287 and turn right at Jackson Lake Junction. Continue 12 miles south to South Jenny Lake Junction and turn right.
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 | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| 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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