Colter Bay Campground, near Grand Teton National Park, is a solid choice for campers looking to immerse themselves in the stunning natural beauty of the area. With a mix of tent and RV sites, it’s a convenient base for exploring the park and nearby attractions.

The campground is known for its clean facilities, including restrooms and showers, which are a big plus after a day of hiking. Many visitors appreciate the level sites, especially in the full hookup section, making it easier to set up camp. As one camper noted, “Colter Bay was a gem to stay in,” highlighting the well-maintained environment.

If you’re into water activities, you’ll love the proximity to the lake, where you can enjoy views of the peaks across the water. Just keep in mind that it can get busy, especially during peak season, so be prepared for a lively atmosphere. Some campers have mentioned that the generator section can be a bit noisy, so if you prefer a quieter experience, consider your options carefully.

With easy access to hiking trails and the breathtaking scenery of the Tetons, Colter Bay Campground is a great spot to kick back and enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you’re roasting marshmallows by the fire or setting off for a day of adventure, this campground has what you need for a memorable stay.

This is DRY camping.

The vast Colter Bay Campground at Colter Bay Village is set amidst towering lodgepole pines just a short, picturesque stroll away from Jackson Lake. The campground offers camping for tents and dry camping for RVs. (For full hookup RV sites, check out the Colter Bay RV Park.) Campsites include 338 individual campsites, 12 large group sites, 10 hiker-bicycler sites, and 13 electric-only ADA-accessible sites. Generator Loops are H, J, K M, & O. The campground is open from mid-May to late-September. As with all campgrounds in the park, the Colter Bay Campground is very popular and tends to fill up quickly. Visitors are strongly encouraged to plan and book early. 

Think of Colter Bay Village as summer camp for the entire family. This lovely area is set on the shores of Jackson Lake, and offers practical amenities like laundry facilities, showers, restaurants and a grocery store, as well as purely-for-fun diversions like a marina, gift shop, visitor center, and horse corrals. Colter Bay has an activity for everyone in the family. Visitors can enjoy hiking, kayaking and canoeing, horseback riding, fishing, swimming and beach-going, lake cruises, and ranger-led programs. Set against the majestic backdrop of the Teton Mountains, Colter Bay Village is a must-visit. 

Colter Bay Campground offers camping for tents and dry camping for RVs. (For full hookup RV sites, check out the Colter Bay RV Park.) Each tent site has a gravel parking space for up to two vehicles and space for one tent. For parties with extra-large tents or multiple tents, please see individual site specifications before booking. Multiple tents are only permitted in sites designated for multiple tents. 

Each RV site has a back-in or pull-through gravel parking space for one RV . RV sites are of various sizes, and guests should look at individual site specifications prior to booking to ensure max length availability. When factoring site length, tow vehicles should be included in total length. The maximum length permitted is 45 feet. There is a complimentary RV dump station and potable water filling station available to guests, and propane is available for purchase at the nearby RV Park. Please note, generators are only permitted in loops H, J, K, M, O, and Group Sites between the hours of 6am and 10pm. 

All sites include a picnic table, a fire pit with metal fire grate, bear-proof food storage lockers, and access to nearby water spigots, flush toilets, and laundry and showers available for an additional fee.

ADA Access: There are 13 ADA-compliant campsites with 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. 

Complimentary WiFi/internet service is available at the restaurants, activities desk, launderette, and stores. Cellular coverage varies, and may be available depending location within the campground and service provider. A courtesy phone is located at the Campground Kiosk near the campground entrance. Firewood, food, ice, camping supplies and more can be purchased at the grocery store and adjacent gift shop.

Colter Bay Campground at Colter Bay Village - Grand Teton National Park

There are few places better suited for camping than northwestern Wyoming. Whether it’s a trip on its own or part of your pilgrimage to Yellowstone, there are few pockets of the United States with more natural beauty.

Grand Teton National Park is one of the meccas of all things outdoors and has a number of campgrounds. Campsites go fast in all of them, so you’ll want to reserve a spot as far in advance as possible. If there’s no place to put your RV or tent, the best camping near Grand Teton National Park is found at John D. Rockefeller Jr. Memorial Parkway to the north, or Jackson, WY to the south.

Grand Teton National Park

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Grand Teton National Park, WY is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Wyoming camping has to offer. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Grand Teton National Park, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

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Colter Bay is great for any type of camper. Walk in sites available on a first come first serve basis but the campground has many sites available. Some of the sites are located on the waterfront which makes for a great view but the water is a short walk away for the other campers. Certain sites also offer great views of the peaks across the water. We used a tent for camping which was around $30 per night. Restrooms and showers are also located nearby.

Well maintained campground

Colter Bay was a gem to stay in. I stayed in a few different loops during my time there and had a great time at all of them.  All of the spots were level and close to bathrooms (super clean and had dishwashing stations which was a huge plus).  It was easy to pack up in the morning and head out on hikes early in the morning which was amazing.  Some of the sites are close to each other and can be annoying if you have noisy neighbors but overall was a great choice for spending my time in the Tetons. 

Close, safe, and clean

I was like one of a few tent campers in the section of the campground apparently they have a separate just tent only section if you want but I opted for this section as it had it was closer to the lake but it was a generator  section and things like that it's kind of noisy because you have a ton of RVs and just a warning it's super super busy there are other surrounding campgrounds other than this 1 that I would have opted for how I known but this is a decent it's got showers but it is just hella busy so if you're not into that scene try to find one that surrounds colter Bay campground

Close to the lake 

We booked two nights in the O Loop (346). Prior to booking the site looked level. Our site was so slopped I could barely get the stability bars off the trailer. We used our spare tire as a step. When we extended our slide our we were 8 or 9 inches from the roadway. If you have a camper I would book a power site, which are level.

Beware of the pull through sites

Trying to reserve a site during the first summer following COVID lockdown was tricky and required us to stay in multiple standard non-electric sites over the course of five days.  While our trailer arrangement didn’t require electricity and water, in hindsight it would have been worth trying to stay in the separate full hookup section of the campground.

The sites are mostly pull through which is fine as long as your site is on the passenger right (passenger) side of the one-way road.  Otherwise, your living quarters side will be facing the road instead of the inner campsite.  Due to emergency evacuation policy, camp staff/rangers prohibit you from parking your rig against the flow of traffic.  

The bathrooms are dated but typical of a big national park. Showers are not provided at the bathhouse; you have to pay for them at the central Colter Bay visitor center/store. 

Sites (the pull through) are mostly level, but not true for tent pads within the interior of the sites.  A lot of the sites in loop A seemed to have suffered moderate erosion resulting in exposed roots.  

Cell service is essentially non-existent and only available at the visitor center.  

Strict on checkout times, but that’s understandable with the number of people trying to get into the park.  

CG is centrally located to make for a relatively easy travel time to Jenny Lake or north to Yellowstone.  

Not bad for a National Park CG

This review is for the basic campground at colter bay in grand Tetons. Not the RV park which is very dense parking RV to RV. Not the cabins. Just a plain national park campground. 
Each site has tent pad, table, and fire ring. Flush toilets and sinks in building within each campground loop. Water spigot near rest room. Depending on site, it may be 500 feet to restrooms (like site C60). 
Sites are well screened from adjacent sites with dense trees and bushes. Star watching is limited due to trees. 
Every site was full mid week mid September. Very friendly campers from all across US, Canada, and Europe. 
It is a bear area black and grizzly. Bear spray recommended on hikes. 
Great wildlife viewing on local trails, or near Jackson lake dam and various sites around the park. Moose, bears, elk, beavers, raptors,…
Easy to spend 3-4 days enjoying the park and viewing wildlife
Note this site turns into a big puddle after a solid day of rain. Tent pad raised with gravel and logs was above water. Many sites likely have similar issue. But not all. Very limited T-Mobile if any. 

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