Colter Bay Campground

Campgrounds are by reservation only

All park campgrounds are by advanced reservations only. Campsites are reservable on Recreation.gov. Plan ahead and reserve your night under the stars up to six months in advance.

 

Stay at the Colter Bay Campground.

NPS Photo/A. Mattson

 

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Basic Information

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.

TOTAL SITES: 324

Electric Hookups: 13

RV Only: 0

Tent Only: 0

Walk to/Boat to: 10

Group: 10

Horse: 0

Other: 0

Campground Features

Amenities

Cell Phone Reception

Yes, Year-Round

Internet Connectivity

Yes, Seasonal

Trash/Recycling Collection

Yes, Seasonal

Food Storage Lockers

Yes, Seasonal

Camp Store

Yes, Seasonal

Ice for Sale

Yes, Seasonal

Firewood for Sale

Yes, Seasonal

Staff On Site

Yes, Seasonal

Amphitheater

Yes, Seasonal

Laundry

Yes, Seasonal

Dump Station

Yes, Seasonal

Potable Water

Potable Water

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.

Toilet Types

• Flush Toilets - seasonal

Shower Types

• Coin-Operated - Seasonal

Operating Hours & Seasons

Closed today

Current Hours (Winter Closure)

September 30–May 22

• Every Day:Closed

Opening dates are subject to change.

Show Standard Hours

Standard Hours

• Every Day:Open 24 hours

Summer Season

Closures & Seasonal Exceptions

Winter Closure

September 30–May 22

• Every Day:Closed

Opening dates are subject to change.

Holidays

2025–2026

New Year's Day	January 1, 2026	Closed
Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.	January 19, 2026	Closed
Washington's Birthday	February 16, 2026	Closed
Columbus Day	October 13, 2025	Closed
Veterans Day	November 11, 2025	Closed
Thanksgiving Day	November 27, 2025	Closed
Christmas Day	December 25, 2025	Closed
Holiday	Date	Hours

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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.

Fees

Campsite with vehicle

Fee per night for campers with a vehicle. All campsites include a picnic table, fire pit, and nearby restrooms. Most sites have a bear box. Restrooms have flush toilets and cold running water. Showers and laundry services are available for an additional fee at the Colter Bay Launderette. *Rates do not reflect Senior and Access passholder discounts, taxes, or incremental charges.

$59.00

Campsite with electric hookup

Fee per night for campers who want electric hookups. All campsites include a picnic table, fire pit, and nearby restrooms. Most sites have a bear box. Restrooms have flush toilets and cold running water. Showers and laundry services are available for an additional fee at the Colter Bay Launderette. *Rates do not reflect Senior and Access passholder discounts, taxes, or incremental charges.

$80.00

Group Campsite per person(10 person minimum)

A 10 person minimum is required for group campsites. The campground has 10 large group campsites that accommodate groups of more than 10 visitors who wish to tent camp. *Rates do not reflect Senior and Access passholder discounts, taxes, or incremental charges.

$16.00

Hiker-Bicyclist Sites

Fee per night for campers arriving via foot or bike. All campsites include a picnic table, fire pit, nearby restrooms, and a bear box. Restrooms have flush toilets and cold running water. Hiker-bicyclist sites are available on a first-come first-served basis at Jenny Lake and Colter Bay campgrounds. Hiker-bicyclist sites do not have vehicle parking and are intended for visitors exploring by foot or bicycle. *Rates do not reflect Senior and Access passholder discounts, taxes, or incremental charges.

$13.00

Contact Information & Directions

Email Address

Send this campground an email
http://www.gtlc.com/camping/colter-bay-campground

Phone number (Voice)

307-543-2811

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 250
Moran, WY 83013

Physical Address

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

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.

Directions Details

Additional Information & Regulations

Additional Information

Shower and laundry services are available for additional fee.

Cell Phone Additional Information

Cell phone coverage is available depending on location and provider.

Internet Additional Information

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

Regulations

Please follow all Grand Teton National Park regulations. A partial list may be found below. Other regulations apply.
1. Food storage - all food and other items with an odor must be properly stored at all times
2. Wildlife viewing - 100 yards minimum from bears and wolves, 25 yards from all others
3. Campfires - must be contained within a metal fire grate
4. Fireworks - banned at all times
5. Drones (unmanned aircraft) - banned at all times
6. Pets - must be on a leash <6 feet at all times within 30 feet of roadways; not allowed on the multi-use pathway, park trails or in the backcountry.

More about regulations

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.

Image Gallery

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

Conifers behind a light gray dome tent and camp chairs

two small white trailers at campsites with conifers surrounding them

Brown wooden park service sign with campground information and RV park information

vehicles waiting to pay camping fees at entrance booth to campground

Enjoy a ranger program at the amphitheater!
NPS Photo / Petersen

The campground has sites for both tents and RVs.
NPS Photo / A. Mattson

Campsites for trailers with shade.
NPS Photo / A. Mattson

The Colter Bay campground and RV park provide accommodations for many park visitors.
NPS Photo / Petersen

Pay your campground fee to these helpful people.
NPS Photo / A. Mattson

Accessibility Information

ADA Information - 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.

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.

RV & Trailer Information - 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 Allowed - Yes

RV Max Length in Feet - 45

Trailer Allowed - Yes

Trailer Max Length in Feet - 45

Classification - This campground is a developed campground.