Searching for the best camping near Swan Valley, ID? Swan Valley is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Swan Valley, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.
"Only one had a noisy generator;) our spot was right next to the roaring Palisades Creek, and a short walk to restrooms. Only 15 bucks a night;)"
"Adequately spaced sites, next to a creek. Well maintained, nice hiking trails. $12/night. Allows dogs and has good cell service. Picnic tables and fire pits."
"Good access to the streams. We parked in front of a trailhead that allows motor bikes, horses and hikers. Fire rings along the sites and level land. Peaceful night sleep."
"Great place to rest for a night and close to Jackson. The camp site is easily accessible by cars and vans. We were the only people camping when we arrived late at night."
"Steep 3 miles up highway outside Jackson. Pull off on RIGHT small area with a beautiful waterfall fed pond !"
"The creek water sound is nice but the highway noise is loud so be aware, although the noise almost stops completely by 9/10pm. Clean camp area."
$105 / night
"Surrounded by trees perfect for hammocks. Great designated, flat tent pad. Walking distance to the lake. Not too close to the shops but still close enough to walk to."
"We were a minute walk away from the lake and a perfect view of the mountains. They had a great general store with decent prices for being the only store around."
"But Beaver Dick Park is the perfect place to camp if you are looking for a campground that feels safe (close to other campers) while still having your privacy (trees between most campsites)."
"It’s feels secluded but you are also near other sites so it still feels safe! It includes a playground and picnic areas that I’m sure would be great for families! I love this little park!"
"If you go further it goes straight down into the woods toward a lake and it's very dark and no light, no stars, and truly scary bear country."
$35 - $45 / night
"A beautiful 8 mile hike up the mountain finished with secluded sites with gorgeous views of the surrounding mountains."
"Death canyon trail head is the starting point for the hike. Permit is required. You can get one at the visitor center."
RangerEasy to get to. Good access to the streams. We parked in front of a trailhead that allows motor bikes, horses and hikers. Fire rings along the sites and level land. Peaceful night sleep.
ScoutOur campsite here was perfect! Surrounded by trees perfect for hammocks. Great designated, flat tent pad. Walking distance to the lake. Not too close to the shops but still close enough to walk to.
ScoutCamping here is only for contestants or people stalling horses with them on special event days.. the number to ask is: +1 (307) 733-5289
Traveleron the way to the campground you will travel down dirt roads that are full of scenic views. when you get to the sites it is hard to choose if you want to be right next to the water where you can fish for trout or remain tucked in the woods. both are peaceful and leave society behind.
GuideSteep 3 miles up highway outside Jackson. Pull off on RIGHT small area with a beautiful waterfall fed pond !
Right next to highway, but not a lot of traffic or road noise, could change seasonally.
A local was here when we arrived and said there are a few more pull offs continuing up the highway
ScoutStayed here for 6 days had amazing time. We were a minute walk away from the lake and a perfect view of the mountains. They had a great general store with decent prices for being the only store around. And a really nice buffet restaurant with some really amazing servers. The area is in bear country and we did see a bear. And there were obvious signs that the bares were in the ariea alot. When we saw the dear was near us there was also 3 rangers following it keeping the campers safe.
TravelerThis campground has some absolutely beautiful scenery as you would expect in Grand Teton National Park. It has access to river rock beaches with swimming at Colter bay, restaurants and gift shops (which we did not have time to explore), so much hiking and exploring you can do and yellowstone is in driving distance.
They are first come first serve so arrive early to get your spot as they fill up fast, even on weekdays. We left on a Friday at 6am before they opened for check in (in August) and when we left people were already in line in their cars waiting to get spots.
We were in loop B with a small trailer. Moderately private sites with fire ring, bear proof food safe, picnic table. Bathroom and water in easy walking distance.
GuideGreat access to easy trails as well as a beautiful view at the marina. It is also close to the laundry and shower spot if that is needed. The visitor center is 5 minutes away too. This campsite is very centrally located and it made it easier to go to multiple trail options and did not take too long. Also has a beautiful spot for sunset!
GuideAfter almost 10 back to back individual nights at campgrounds, it was nice to be able to have two back to back nights in a tent cabin. The cabins are great with two wood walls, two canvas tent walls and roof, four drop down bunks and a nice potbelly stove. The outside area is very nice with a table, fire ring and bear box. Parking for the tent was directly next to the cabin and outdoor pad.
The only drawback is that the tent cabins are quite close to each other. The family in the tent next to mine was very nice, but also quite loud. The area luckily was quiet after 10pm.
The campground village itself was very nice, with all sorts of shopping and food options. Since I arrived at the campground around 4pm I quickly unloaded my gear into the cabin. Instead of cooking I grabbed a bite to eat and a six pack of local beer, and headed over to a spot on Jackson Lake to have a sunset dinner. The campground location is perfect to get out and explore.
The cabin bunks are comfortable, if not a bit loud when sleeping and moving around. I woke myself several times with chains making noise. After the third time, I grabbed a bottle of bike chain lubricant and did some work to make them quiet. it worked and the rest of the night was quite peaceful.
Mornings are definitely busy in the village. I was up around 7am and rode my bike to the General Store to grab a coffee. I took a little ride down to the lake and drank my coffee in a quiet spot that was perfect for meditation. I then rode back to my site and grabbed my toiletries and rode back to the Launderette/Shower. They had a little line to get a shower stall, but it moved quickly. The cost was $5 and it was well worth it for the ability to take a nice long uninterrupted shower.
I spent the day exploring Jackson and over into the Teton Valley and Driggs/Victor. I returned later in the afternoon and grabbed a bite from John Colter's Ranch House . The second night was much more quiet and peaceful with the stars shining bright.
My only qualms about the site were about how close you are to other cabins and the noise. I would still love to stay here again.
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