Colter Bay Tent Village, near Moran, Wyoming, is a fantastic camping destination right in the heart of [Grand Teton National Park](https://thedyrt.com/camping/wyoming/near/grand-teton-national-park). This place is perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in nature while enjoying some essential comforts like clean restrooms and hot showers.

The campground is surrounded by stunning views of Jackson Lake and the Teton Range, making it a prime spot for outdoor activities. Visitors rave about the easy access to hiking trails and the nearby marina, where you can rent canoes or just soak in the breathtaking scenery. As one camper noted, “We walked down to the bay and did the trail... it was absolutely breathtaking.”

Amenities include a well-stocked camp store for all your essentials and souvenirs, plus picnic tables and fire rings at each site for those cozy campfire evenings. Many campers appreciated the spaciousness of the sites, which offer a good amount of privacy thanks to the surrounding trees. 

While some campers mentioned that the campground can get busy, the overall vibe is friendly and welcoming. Whether you're here for a weekend or a longer stay, Colter Bay Tent Village provides a great base for exploring the natural beauty of [Grand Teton National Park](https://thedyrt.com/camping/wyoming/near/grand-teton-national-park).

## Overview

 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. The vast Colter Bay Tent Village at Colter Bay Village is set amidst towering lodgepole pines just a short, picturesque stroll away from Jackson Lake. The Tent Village includes 66 tent cabins, and is open from mid-May to early-September. As with all campgrounds in the park, the Colter Bay Tent Village is very popular and tends to fill up quickly. Visitors are strongly encouraged to plan and book early. 
## Recreation

 Colter Bay and the surrounding area offers a wide variety of activities for all ages, including marina rentals, horseback riding, world-class guided fishing, and lake cruises. Stop by our activities desk to find the perfect excursion for everyone in your group! Jackson Lake is a popular area for boating. Several islands float just off Colter Bays shores, and are home to fish, birds, river otters, beavers and other wildlife. Bring your own boat or rent a canoe, kayak, or motor boat from the Colter Bay Marina. Lake cruises are the perfect excursion for the entire family. Cruise around Jackson Lake and learn about the history, geology, flora and fauna of the area while getting up-close views of the spectacular Tetons, which rise majestically from the water. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner meal cruises offer a delicious opportunity to dine at our private meal site on Elk Island, and a truly unique vantage point for experiencing the park. Jackson Hole has world class fly and lake fishing that you wont want to miss! Whether youre learning to cast a fly for the first time, or are an experienced angler looking for the inside scoop on the best secret spots, our expert guides will provide a fishing experience you will not soon forget. No trip to the Old West is complete without a horseback ride. We offer one- and two-hour rides suitable for all experience levels. Take in beautiful Teton vistas while riding among wildflower meadows. Several easy to moderate hiking trails leave from Colter Bay. Hikers can take a leisurely stroll along the lakeshore, make their way to Swan Lake and Heron Pond for incredible birdwatching and wildlife sightings, or head out to Hermitage Point for a more challenging outing. The Colter Bay Visitor Center is home to the David T. Vernon Indian artifacts collection. The exhibit celebrates Indian artwork and educates on the long history of human habitation in Jackson Hole and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Stop by the visitor center to check-out daily Ranger-led programs including a hike to Swan Lake, a lakeshore stroll, a tipi demonstration, Indian arts and culture, wildlife watches, short presentations on park highlights, and a variety of evening programs. 
## Facilities

 Colter Bay Tent Village offers 66 Tent Cabins. Tent Cabins are a temporary summer cabin with two permanent log walls and two weather-proof canvas walls and roof. Tent Cabins share a common log wall with an adjoining private cabin. The Tent Cabin includes two sets pull-down bunk beds for a total of four beds with padding, an interior potbelly wood burning stove for heat, and lighting. While the bunks are padded, sleeping bags and pillows are not included. Guests are encouraged to bring their own linens, however a limited quantity of sleeping bags, cots, pillows and blankets are available on a first-come basis for a nightly fee. Our tent cabins do not offer electric outlets or private restrooms. Each private cabin includes a picnic table, a fire pit with metal fire grate, a bear-proof food storage locker, and access to nearby water spigots, flush toilets, and laundry and showers are available for an additional fee. ADA Access: The campground loop roads are paved and mostly level, with considerable sloping inclines and declines. 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, marina, activities desk, launderette, and stores. Cellular coverage varies, and may be available depending location within the campground and service provider. Firewood and kindling can be purchased at the Tent Village office or the nearby grocery store. Food, ice, camping supplies and more can be purchased at the grocery store and adjacent gift shop. Please note that some facilities and servicesincluding restaurants, activities, and retail operationsmay have modifications or limitations.[ ][1] [Learn More.][2] 
## Natural Features

 The Colter Bay Tent Village is situated in a lodgepole pine forest within walking distance of Jackson Lake and numerous trails. From the lakeshore, visitors will have views across Jackson Lake to Mount Moran and the northern end of the Teton Range. Colter Bay is home to black and grizzly bears, moose, deer, elk and other large animals, as well as marmots, foxes, bald eagles, and more. Bears are often seen on trails and in the developed areas. Being prepared for an animal encounter can help ensure your safety as well as that of the wildlife that call this special place home. 
## Nearby Attractions

 Visitors can take a self-guided tour of Grand Teton via the 43-mile Scenic Loop Drive, offering an opportunity to photograph the famous landscape and local wildlife. Make sure you stop at the historic Jackson Lake Lodge for its famous huckleberry milkshakes and spectacular Teton views through 60-foot tall wall-to-wall windows. While youre there, book a scenic raft trip or park bus tour. Then, head about 30 miles south to the town of Jackson, where you can visit the National Museum of Wildlife Art just outside of town, walk under the famous giant elk antler archway in town center, attend the Jackson Hole Rodeo, browse local shops, and dine at one of the many restaurants. In the opposite direction, Yellowstone National Park is within easy reach by car, and has a great diversity of activities for everyone to enjoy. 
## Contact Info

 This location has limited staffing. Please call (877) 444-6777 for general information.
## Charges & Cancellations

 Changing Reservations: There is no change fee if a visitor extends or shortens a reservation, as long as the change includes dates from the original reservation. Additionally, there is no change fee if the visitor wants to switch sites that are the same price with the same reservation dates in the same facility. If a visitor wants to switch dates that are entirely outside of the original reservation dates, there is a $10 change fee. If a reservation is made that includes dates beyond the maximum booking window, that reservation cannot be changed until 18 days have passed from the original booking date. Once a reservation date has begun, visitors cannot change a reservation using the online system or through the Call Center. Onsite staff will assist with changes or cancellations. Cancellations: Visitors may cancel their reservation prior to arrival both on-line and through the call center. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation. A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's approved rate including tax and applicable add-on. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. Visitors who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days prior to arrival date will pay a $10 service fee AND forfeit the first nights rate. No-Shows: A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite. Early Departures: Visitors are requested to notify staff at the facility if they depart early to allow others to use the site. If the visitor chooses to depart early, they may forfeit the approved rate and applicable tax and applicable add-on for the day of departure. If a visitor departs prior to the scheduled check-out date, they may be eligible for a partial refund. Visitors may notify the Recreation.gov call center to request a refund of remaining unused nights. If a visitor requests a refund for an early departure after the facility check-out time (11 am) has passed, the visitor will not be refunded for that night and is eligible for a refund on any additional nights that will not be used. Refunds: Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Visitors may also initiate a refund request through the call center at any time after their reservation has ended. Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay. For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile. 

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[2]: https://www.gtlc.com/camping/colter-bay-tent-village

Colter Bay Tent Village at Colter Bay Village — Grand Teton National Park

Moran is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Moran. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Moran camping trip.

Moran

The Best Camping Near Moran, Wyoming

I camped here during the first week of June this year. The weather was beautiful, the campground was well kept and the hosts were very nice and helpful! The location was great, very easy to get to. The sites are closer together than we would usually prefer, but not as close as some other campgrounds in National Parks we've been too! Plus there are lots of trees & bushes to split up the sites and make you feel like you're not right next to someone. The best part about this campground is the short trail to Jackson Lake. We watched the sunset both nights and it was magical! 

Great Campground in Teton National Park

Many people over look Colter Bay and opt. Out for the more popular Jenny Lake. Let me tell you a secret..Colter Lake campground is beautiful!! And the beach although rocky is typically never very crowded no matter when you plan your visit. Its only a few yards away from the campground! Just a little advice from a former parky. Happy adventuring!

Colter Bay is not to be missed!!

I was pleasantly surprised at how nice this campground was. The campground had mostly hikers while I was there, which meant that the evenings were quiet and the most active in the mornings. The sites are large and I had a lot of privacy with trees blocking my site from the road through. It was very peaceful.

Another benefit for this campground is that it's close to groceries, laundry, and showers. 

Pleasantly Surprised

We tented here for 3 nights mid September. Had just finished setting up the tent when we saw our first black bear, circled the campsite then walked away. So be very cautious about food here! Bathrooms have flush toilets, running water, clean, taken care of. Staff were friendly. Tent pad was large, campsite private and spacious. I woul stay here again if Signal Mountain is full

Colter Bay

I came down from Great Falls, MT to ski at Jackson and do some winter camping in the park. The National Park website states that they keep the "campground" open in the winter. This campground is a the parking lot for the normal summer campground. It is iced over and not very easy to find, especially if you get there late in the day. However, there is an open and heated bathroom available which is a huge bonus. I had a great time camping here even though the night reached -30F. The only reason it received 3 stars is due to the comparison between Mammoth Hot Springs winter campground which is fantastic.

Coldest night ever

This is a great location with lots of amenities. Amazing lake right off the campground where you can swim and rent boats. Awesome spot, just couldn't get used to the number of people and price. If you want recs for cheap or free campsites look at the rest of my reviews in this area.

Big campground

Our 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.

Relaxing trip to the Tetons

Not only is the camp ground well maintained and close to awesome attractions but also has very friendly and helpful staff. At the top of my favorite campground list!

Amazing!

Colter Bay Campground is nice, well-maintained and worth the stay! The location is absolutely perfect! Jackson Lake is nearby, where you can rent boats and kayaks. We kayaked one morning and it was surreal! The Grand Tetons are breathtaking! The lake trail and the Swan Lake and Heron Pond loop make for a nice hike when you first get in. Jackson Lake Lodge is just a short drive away if you want to enjoy a local beer or cocktail while watching the sunset. There are pay showers available, which are always well worth the money spent! We will most definitely be back someday!

Nice campground & facilities, amazing views!

Colter Bay is one of the best campgrounds I've stayed in in a national park out west. The campsites themselves were nicely spaced apart and you couldn't hear much from one campsite to another. Everyone seemed to respect quiet hours here, which you don't always find, and it was so quiet all night--definitely the best sleeps I've had camping! The sites had the usual picnic table and fire ring plus a really nice, large bear box for storing food and other items. The tent pads were nicely maintained and large. There were restrooms and dump stations within a short walk, which were not super nice but decent enough. The restrooms had flush toilets but no soap. Nearby Colter Bay Village was great--it had a general store with cafe and gift shop, a visitors center, a beautiful marina, and lake access with lots of trails. There was also potable water and WiFi at the general store.In general, Colter Bay was in a great location. A bit far from Jackson, but so close to Jackson Lake and a short drive to Jenny Lake. You can see the Tetons from various parts of the campground. The only negatives we really found were that there was little to no kindling to find around the campsite (not sure if that was allowed anyways) and the mosquitos were relentless in the campground. Overall, it was a beautiful place to stay and if I could find better ways to deal with mosquitos (regular bug spray, Citronella candles, and campfires did nothing and neither did covering up head to toe) I would definitely come back! One last note: we got our campsite around noon on a Thursday, and the campground was not full; there seemed to be at least a few free sites all weekend.

Nice, Quiet Campground with Good Amenities

I guess all things are grand in Grand Teton NP, this campground is enormous!  350 sItes!  This was a spontaneous trip into the park, at the entrance it shows which campgrounds inside the park still have sites available. The ranger suggested Colter Bay as his favorite with availability.  It was an hour and half drive from the southern most entrance be Teton Village.  I arrived at the queue line to get a site just after 8 pm. I was able to snag the second to last site available! It was an RV site, but had a nice tent pad as well. Generators are required to be off at 8 pm so I didn’t experience what it was like with all the generators running in this area.  The sites are roomy for being so many.  There are bear boxes for food storage, fire pit with grill, and a picnic table available at each site. Each loop has 1-2 restroom facilities available that have flush toilets and a wash area available.   
Outside the campground there is a full service restaurant and grocery store. The pay showers and laundry are right next to the market, less than a half mile from camp. There is also a gas station where you enter the Colter Bay Area. 

Activities galore! I had my mountain bike with me and had planned on biking some of the many trails but they are foot traffic only. You can bike in the park on paved trails.  They discourage trail running because it could aggravate a bear if encountered. They have boat rentals at the marina I was going to rent a kayak for a quick morning paddle, but they have a 2 hour minimum and I didn’t want to pay $50 for 1 hour use.  


Enormous campground 

Colter Bay is on the north end of Grand Teton National Park. As well as a large campground, it houses cabins, marina, beach, general store, post office, gas station, and visitor's center. There is much to do and see in the immediate area, and the lake and mountain views are exceptionally beautiful!

Large, with many options for hiking and water play.

Great access to the park and trails along the lake.

Beautiful spot, wonderful campground

Great 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!

Great Spot in the park

Colter Bay campground is very convenient in that it sits in the northern part of Grand Teton. In the spring especially, it will put you close to the bear action. There is a convenience store with gas pumps at the end of the road and Colter Bay village has laundry, showers, grocery store, restaurant, marina, and a small museum. The only issue I've had staying there is coming in late or after dark and having someone else take my campsite. That seems to be a common occurrence in many of the national park campgrounds. I car camp (sleep in the car) so I don't have a tent to set up. I've left lawn chairs before, but have had them stolen or ignored.

Convenience

My favorite place ever to camp! 

The views here were great. This area had all the things we needed. I recommend north Jenny lake - beware though, Jenny lake gets crazy busy so perhaps try one of the other lakes. We went to String Lake for lunch and it was lovely. There are many great trails for bikes. Jackson Lake Lodge has some fabulous views out the back on its balcony.

Love, Love, Love

This was a great campground! Though the showers were pay, they were well maintained and nice. There is a beautiful trail not far from the camping that gives you a great view of the Tetons. There is also a NPS visitor center that will give you any information you'd need!

Wish I was here longer

The campsite itself was fine, bathrooms pretty dirty.

8/6-8/8/17- good, bathrooms not clean

loved it here. The beauty in this area is breathtaking.

such beauty

You can’t really go wrong in the Tetons, bc...it’s the Tetons. We base-camped here for 4 nights to explore GTNP. only regret is that it made for some long drives down to the southern areas of the park/Jackson/Teton Village. If we did it over, might’ve split with some nights in Gros Ventre or even Granite Creek, but CB was good for us. it’s a busy mini-town with tons of activity, people, and tour buses during the day. But we benefited from the showers and laundry. plus, you can usually find a quiet place somewhere on the shore of Jackson Lake. 

the CG Is huge but empties out every day by 10am (it filled up only a couple of the nights we were there). our spot was a little more spacious, which the kids enjoyed. most sites weren’t much to look at, but walk a few feet and you’ll see Mt Moran over thr trees, which makes up for it. 

Only complaint was that we were told when arriving we couldnt take a particular site that was open bc it was being held for someone. i told the guard i thought all sites were FCFS with no reservations? we took the site across from that one, and nobody ever came for the site we wanted.

Having big bear boxes at every site was really appreciated. Grants Village in Yellowstone had one box half that size that was shared by 5-6 sites—nope!

good spot on north side of Jackson Lake

This was the most awful camping experience we had in 10 National Parks. The bathrooms and sites were flooded and dirty. Sites were over-crowded. No privacy. The campground managers were helpless to assist, even when we reported domestic violence that went on for hours. The tkld is to call the police, but there was no reception in the park (4 other people were trying to call also), and the solitary payphone was disconnected. We left early, forfeiting our money, and went to Grand Teton. The only cool parts were the bison walking through the campsites and the black bear (Although we were told one had to be shot because it kept returning to the campground.)

Dirty and Noisy

Don’t stay anywhere else but here in the Tetons, incredible views with excellent access to water and incredible sunrise views of the Tetons. 10/10 would do again!

Colter Bay Stole My heart

Nice size campground. Wake up to the best view ever

LOVE THIS PLACE

This was my very first time tent camping  and I was extremely nervous but I can’t imagine a better experience. The amenities were fantastic and the views breathtaking. I was there with my three small kids for 4 nights and we all had a great time. I can’t wait to come back. 

Best trip ever 

If you’re looking to be in the heart of the Tetons with water access at your finger tips, this is the campground for you. Spots fill up quick (get there before noon if you can) but if you can snag a tent site close to the lake trail you are just a couple minutes from the Teton mountain range for every sunset. 

Dogs are also welcome!

Amazing Location

Well kept campground. Gravel area for tents. Beautiful views. We saw moose, bear,foxes, and elk nearby. Market, laundry mat, and showers very close. Four stars

Better than Yellowstone

Stayed 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.

Amazing camp ground 

Colter bay....where to relax after Yellowstone and much more accessible. Colter bay has 200-300 camp sites nestled in under the trees. It’s crowed but workable. First come first serve. Get there in the AM and getting a spot is easy. Do not wait till 4pm.  You pull your trailer, motor home,  parallel to the camp site.  
Know National Park rules, this is not forest service land and the rangers will enforce their rules and regulations accordingly. As with any National Park the best of the Park lays outside the your campsite. The views of wildlife and landscape are everywhere. 

GTNP—incredible 

Heaven!!!!   That's all there is to Say..... There is great camping all over.... For dispersed Camping Free and Probably best views .... Shadow Mountain is the Ticket.... Grovant Campground is another wonderful Place....

Magical

Everything you need in one place 

We spent quite a bit of time in the Colter Bay Village area during our visit to Grand Teton. We split time tent camping and staying in one of the historic Colter Bay Cabins. Reservations are not accepted for the campground and are assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis. We arrived at the campground to get in line around 7:00 a.m. and were able to get a sight within 15 or 20 minutes of the gate opening. 

  

We drove into our site and pitched our tent and then headed back out for the day to explore the park. We were so busy trying to get as much in that I didn't get any photos of the tent site. However, the sites are nicely spaced with a good deal of shade. Each site has a nice and clean fire ring, picnic table and ample flat ground for pithing a tent. 

  

The campground has bathrooms spaced within each loop. They have an area to drain dish water (separate from the bathroom) and flush toilets. I would say that the bathrooms are dated but we didn't experience them being gross or overly dirty as another reviewer mentioned. And yes, the campground is a little expensive which is normal for Grand Teton. In my experience, it is one of the most expensive parks to travel in. 

  

Our cabin at Colter Bay was wonderful! It was clean and just what we needed for a few nights. The folks in the office were attentive and friendly. The folks in the cabin next to us were a bit loud but it didn't impact our stay much. It wasn't spacious but it was plenty big enough to bring things in, get ready for a backcountry trip, shower and get a good night's sleep. No, they aren't cheap but we didn't mind splurging for a few nights!

Centrally Located

Colter bay was one of my favorite campsites on our 12 day road trip. The small village offers everything you need including restaurants, convenience store, gas station, marina, and several campsite loops. It was first come first serve when we went in August but we got there at 3pm and still got a site! Will definitely be coming back!

A remarkable place to stay

This 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.

Amazing

My sister and I stayed here after we couldn’t get a site at Jenny Lake. They have a ton of tent sites so the odds of nabbing a one is high. We got in line on a Friday morning around 7:15 and we were lucky enough to grab one of the last 20 sites available. Check in line was slow (we were in line for 3 hrs) but site was good! There is potable water, bathrooms are clean, and trash/recycling are readily available. 

It’s a quick 5 min walk to the lake to stargaze or play in the water. Same amount of time to walk to the general store/visitor center. I have Verizon and didn’t have much service anywhere. General store has free WiFi and you’ll see a bunch of people in front or under the trees at the picnic tables on their phones. Free drinking water is available by spigot at the general store and the gas station on the main road. 

I would recommend and stay here again. We didn’t spend much time at the campsite so it did the trick for a few days.

Great location! 

After 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.

Just Fantastic

We camped in Colter Bay Campground on Tuesday, August 25.  Check in was easy, and the campground is very big on bear safety, seeing as there's at least one bear in the campground every day, but we never encountered one and followed all their safety precautions.  There wasn't a ton of privacy at our site, but once it was dark it didn't matter much that our neighbors in the loop were all close at hand.  Bathrooms were extremely conveniently placed, and there was even a room with a large, toilet-like sink where you could rinse your dishes.  The lake and and pebble beach were a very short walk from our loop, and it was some of the most beautiful scenery we saw on our three-week roadtrip.  The mountains were gorgeous and snow-topped, and the lake was clearer than any water I've ever seen before.  My only regret is that we only had one night here, and I'm sure exploring the area would have been magnificent.

Beautiful Scenery, Convenient Campground

We camped at Colter Bay the last week of May into the first of June. While the campgrounds had plenty of RVs in it, we camped in our tent. The campgrounds in general has a ton of trees, so even though our next door neighbors were in a big RV, we couldn’t even see them from our tent. We couldn’t even see our minivan. Another benefit to the trees was cover from the wind - when we camped here, the nighttime temperatures were in the 30s. Not having to deal with the wind made it more bearable.

The loops are single-lane, one-way roads and are simple enough to navigate. Each loop has its own bathroom facility, and the bathroom facilities are close enough to each other that in the rare event yours is full, the next one down is only a short walk away. The camp store is amazingly well stocked, it’s practically a miniature grocery store with a lot of different items. You can even get ice cream there, and it has a gift shop attached that is equally well stocked with a wide variety of gifts. Even more amazing, there’s no need to worry if you forget that crucial bit of camping or hiking gear - the gift shop also had a pretty good selection of gear available.

Also in the Colter Bay Area was a pair of restaurants that had a nice, cozy summer camp kind of feel to them, and their availability was nice especially on the nights we were too tired from hiking to cook. The only “down side” I would say is that the shower facility was next to the camp store and not more central to the camp site loops, but it had great water pressure and nice, hot water so it was a nice way to cap your day of hiking with a hot shower and a hot meal at the restaurant.

Overall, the campgrounds were exceptionally clean, easy to navigate, well-supplied, and staffed with friendly people. I would absolutely camp here again, and I highly recommend it.

Amazing place to spend a week!

The marina is dried up so if you planned on launching a boat around June you’ll be out of luck. The campground has literally everything you could need: toilets EVERYWHERE, showers, laundry, and grocery store on site. Everything is well maintained:)

Have everything you need

A tenter's perspective.

This is a campground of uneven quality. Many sites are well taken care of and others are totally unkempt. Others are subject to the bright lights of bathrooms which blaze all night long. It seems as though GTNP has not taken the Dark Sky Program to heart.

If you are located within view of a bathroom, then prepare for a nighttime nuisance if you camp in a tent. 

Less than half of the sites are truly good ones for tent campers. For example in **loop E** which is supposed to be for tents I would rate as "Good" sites 110, 113, 118, 123, &amp; 125; "Very Good" Sites 116 &amp; 117. Others are either uneven, weedy, or close enough to a bathroom to be annoying at night. Some are exceptionally cramped..

Starting with the bathroom problem: These sites in **loops A-G** are affected by all night light pollution-#4, 23, 25, 26, 27, 36, 45, 46,, 47, 76, 77, 78,79, 83, 84, 85, 86, 95, 96, 99,111, 112, 120, 121, 141, 142, 143, 147, 148…and many more.

On the F &amp; G loops on the hill, for tents, the **F loop** is compromised by tall Verizon towers directly in the center of the loop. **See photo.** The **G loop** is less impacted and best sites there are 140, 146, 149. The **C loop** has not been examined because it is so tightly packed that I wouldn't want to camp there.

I also would not camp in the upper loops which have serious maintenance issues.

That said, the trees are wonderful and the adjacent village has nearly everything one needs including showers and a laundromat. And, of course, Jackson Lake. We spent four days here.

Hosts are personable.

Bathroom lights blaze all night long here-- tenters beware

Large campground with convenient and well stocked but over priced grocery store. My biggest problem with this campground is there only one place to shower. There is bathrooms at each loop but no shower and no dish washing station. Also the show house closes at 9pm and cost $5. Which I guess is common (having to pay) at campgrounds in national parks. Not my favorite place but I will add that there is a large amount of room between camp sites . 

Large campground 

Loved all the trees. Well kept. Great camp store, laundry, and showers. 

Excellent. Very clean. 

For cyclists and hikers … Colter Bay campground does have a hiker/biker campsite. ~$15/night. 

There are lots of pitches, with food storage, picnic tables and fire pits. No charging facilities, but I discreetly charged a power pack at night in the toilet block. Full facilities here, including showers for $5, laundry, cafe/restaurant and a really good and large grocery store. If you are coming from Yellowstone you’ll notice that the price of groceries here is back to normal levels for the USA, compared to the grocery stores in Yellowstone, which as we say in the UK, are taking the Micky (that’s the polite version!)

Review for Hikers and Cyclists 

Sites are close but plenty of trees around for privacy. Bathrooms are flush with running water. Paid showers and laundry by visitors center. Great food in restaurant by the visitor center and a pizzeria. Great Wi-Fi in restaurant area. 

Lot said they were full but we got a spot night of and arrived around 6pm. Saw some open spots the next morning for hikers/bikers so if you’re stuck and it’s late I’d ask about those if they say they are full. 

Bears in area so you need to use the bear box. Nice picnic table and fire ring too! 

Great location, easy camping 

We stayed for 3 nights and our site was great. Roomier than other NPS campgrounds, trees for shade, and flush toilets. The nearby camp store is well stocked and the laundry and showers were really nice too. Love that you can walk to the lakeshore from
The campgrounds. We saw a bald eagle on the lakeshore trail too! 
We would definitely stay again! 

Nice sites and great location 

We tent camped here and we absolutely loved this campground. I can't remember what site we were in as they are assigned when you check in, but our spot was near the bathroom, but still very private. We walked down to the bay and did the trail down there in the morning and it was absolutely breath taking, but a little scary since there had been bear activity in the area.   
  
We just made sure to take our bear spray and made some noise while hiking.   
  
The site was great, good tent pad, nice fire pit and table and a bear box as well.   
  
The bathrooms were very clean and the grounds were well kept.   
  
Being right in the park was great for easy access to Grand Teton and getting an early start.

Perfect Location

We checked in and immediately left. The cabin was filthy with many rodent droppings everywhere.  The  bunk beds were in horrible condition with broken springs. There were also large (8”-10”) gaps under the canvas walls and roof that allowed in all bugs, rodents, and other small animals. Totally unacceptable for $100 a night and very unsanitary. We camp often but this was just gross. 

Broken and disgusting

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