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Upper Teton View Dispersed camping is a fantastic destination for those who enjoy primitive camping and stunning natural scenery. The campsite is located on the east side of the Teton Range in Wyoming, offering a remote and peaceful camping experience with breathtaking views of the Teton Range. The campground is located in a dispersed camping area, but the lack of amenities is more than made up for by the feeling of being immersed in nature. The Teton Range offers hiking trails, mountain biking routes and fishing opportunities. Visitors can also explore nearby Yellowstone National Park, which is home to a wide range of wildlife, including bison, elk and grizzly bears. Additionally, the campsite is located near several hot springs and natural swimming areas, providing a refreshing and unique way to cool off after a long day of outdoor activities.
Whether you are a new visitor to the Bridger-Teton National Forest or a local devotee already, this Recreation section of our website offers detailed information on the many recreation opportunities this Forest has to offer. With 3.4 million acres of land and water to recreate in the possibilities are endless and exploring the Forest will last a lifetime. When it comes to recreation, the Bridger-Teton National Forest is known for the four W’s - Wildlife, Winter opportunities, Wilderness, and Wild and Scenic Rivers. We invite you to explore, relax, and to soak in the beauty and awe that make the Bridger-Teton National Forest the amazing and unique place we love.
Seasonal dates are approximate. Contact the Ranger Office for details on closures. Curtis Canyon offers 23 designated dispersed campsites located about 10 miles east of Jackson, Wyoming. This area is managed by Bridger-Teton National Forest https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/btnf/recarea/?recid=71397 and is a popular site for camping near the https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/btnf/recarea/?recid=71647 and https://www.nps.gov/grte/index.htm. Campers should be aware that Curtis Canyon Dispersed Campsites have a https://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/PA_WIDContribution/simplegetfile?dDocName=STELPRDB5444487&url;=/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5444487.pdf May through early-September, campsites are first-come-first-served and do not have developed facilities or potable water (dry/primitive camping). The access road to the camping area is very rough, small high-clearance vehicles with 4x4 recommended.
Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads.
Guide
Hi Campers!
We stopped in this part of the National Forest on our way to Yellowstone by way of Jackson Hole, WY. The access is off of HWY 191. You turn West onto Cliff Creek Rd/Forest Rd 30530 and follow Cliff Creek to many dispersed coming sites.
This is open range so be aware that there are cattle grazing. Plus, it is of course bear country...so know how to stay safe!
We stayed here one night so that we could get on the road again in the morning. We found a nice secluded site. It was pretty close to the creek (there are closer sites but they were taken already) and you could easily walk there to get into some fly fishing.
Our photos are from driving and getting close to the camping area. When we got there it was pretty close to getting dark (just one photo from the site) and we left really early to get on the road.
We'll stop here again if we're in the area! Can't beat free dispersed camping!
Ranger
Found on Google Maps
Free dispersed camping in allowed areas.
There are a few fire rings and a pit toilet.
There were quite a few campers but was actually quiet.
Beautiful sunset over the Tetons.
TravelerGreat spot on forest service road. Able to park right next to the creek. Lots of spots on the road with fire rings. Free dispersed camping with a great view of the mountains. Hiked to the top of the mountain on the left side coming in. Great views of the valley from the top. Our spot was spot on level, no need to unhook the TT from the truck.
Legend
This area is noted as the backpacker parking area to access the wilderness trails above Boulder Lake. It is just outside of the developed Boulder Lake CG. However this area is also a popular free dispersed camp area for TTs and RVs as the regular campground is a bit tight for larger TTs and RVs and the loop Rd in the campground is terrible. So folks camp out here on the open flat grassy area, and as a bonus there is a grassy boat launch area good for kayaks and other water craft. No potable water, no toilets, no trash dumpsters, no tables or fire rings. 14d limit and the rangers do come around to check I hear. There is a toilet up the hill at the packstock staging parking area.
Guide
This is a great location if you are exploring the Teton/Jackson area. It's a little far to camp here and then go to Yellowstone.
There are a lot of camping spots that are dispersed to choose from, but keep in mind that even with the low amount of reviews here it's a well known spot to locals.
We stayed here in June and finally found a spot after passing dozens of filled ones, only to see about half a dozen other vehicles drive by looking for somewhere to park.
This is true back-country camping, pack in and pack out. No potable water is available and no facilities so be prepared with all your needs before coming here. Also note that this is bear country so be prepared with food and smell management to limit attracting them in.
The Sunset over the Tetons was amazing and we would stay here again in the future.
Scout
Designated dispersed camping - spots had bear boxes. Potentially crowded, I had a big space to myself. Beautiful views, quiet - river nearby
Ranger
We stayed in a lovely dispersed camping site on Mosquito Creek road in Wilson, Wyoming. Some of the campsites have views of the creek and are very private. All sites are very private.
The road to get there, as is usual with dispersed camping, is very bumpy and 4WD is recommended.
Our friend saw a large black bear after leaving our site. It is also moose territory.
Gorgeous, private, but with no bathrooms or amenities at all.
Even though there is no water, bathrooms, or other amenities, it is free. And it is a few short minutes to the town of Jackson Hole.
Bonus: we have cellular reception enough that I could make calls and send emails (Not strong enough to send pics and stream though).
Traveler
The sites are down such a long road that I almost didn't believe they really existed, but I'm glad I persisted in driving all the way to the coordinates! Beautiful dispersed campsites right next to Whiskey Creek and some well-maintained hiking trails in the national forest and wilderness area. Wish i could stay longer. Also, I saw a bighorn sheep!
Guide
This is the perfect dispersed camping area for when you forget to book a campsite in advance and every other option nearby Yellowstone/Tetons is on a closed road 😂 Bear box provided, fire pits in some areas, several campsites available
Scout
We stayed at site 10 on Forest Service road 30290. No markings on the road. Good gravel road until you hit National Forest. There is a very large gravel parking lot area for big rigs. We have a 24’ toyhauler. We stayed right and followed the road down until a T, then went left. And came across site 10. It already had a camper in it and had plenty of space. The current occupants were not keen on sharing but took our name and number if they were going to leave. We shortly got a text saying we could stay. They ended up leaving that day while we were out. Everyday since then other people have squished into our site. Every time we leave, we come back to more people. There is space but several people seam to share one spot. I guess it’s ok, but it is kinda weird people don’t even ask. It’s hard because we boondock for space and because we have a dog. But everyone is friendly so we decided may as well make friends. Fingers crossed nobody blocks us in.
ScoutWe drove around for 3.5 hours looking for a campsite for a last minute trip to Grand Teton over Labor Day. This was the ONLY place we could find that had any camping spots left, and even then we had to drive pretty far back into the woods to get there. "Spread" creek dispersed campground is a very accurate name! Many of the camping spots were enormous- big enough for several campers or tents- and there was a LOT of driving space between each site, so you really feel secluded.
GuideWe were lucky to find an open spot. There are 14 campsites dispersed down a four mile long gravel road. Part of the National Forest. Great views of the Tetons from several sites. We made it to the end of the road in our 38’ motorhome with tow vehicle attached. Just drive slow. Kids had a blast playing along Spread Creek. Tons of mosquitoes, so bring lots of bug spray. Had AT&T cell service and Verizon. Probably my favorite spot to camp on our recent trip, other than those darn mosquitoes.
GuideNice Dispersed Camping. Doesn’t have Grand views of the Tetons but has nice grassy level areas and spots by the creek. If you run stuck there are big grassy sites in the back that could easily accommodate multiple campsites. Some rough road but you’ll be fine with an SUV/truck. Bring bug spray!
Scout
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For some reason campsites 1-3 aren’t showing up for me but 4-7 are close enough to garner a review of this spot: the camp sites are perfect for free camping for less than a 10 minutes drive away from the Grand Teton park entrance. No fees to camp here, amazing views, fire pits provided with bear storage too. No toilets however so you’ll have to dig a 4-6 foot hole to bury your scat if you’re not in an RV. Still gets very chilly in the summer so bring layers, the night I camped out here got to 37 degrees Fahrenheit
LegendEasy access to sites 1-13a for most rigs Teton views from sites 1-4 and 10. Sites 5-9 near creek. No turn around until sites 10-13. Great option for free camping but very popular
GuideI stayed in the Bridger Teton National Forest off Buffalo Valley Road to be close to the Moran entrance of Grand Teton National Park. There was a large pullout that had a couple of 'sites' below. The view of the Grand Tetons from this spot is gorgeous. It overlooks the valley and the Buffalo Fork River. It's a quite road and peaceful. I had elk around most nights and could hear the sandhill cranes calling down below. This, like most national forest sites, is primitive. There is no fire rings up top and no restrooms. However, it is free!
Scout
We camped just before this road and got a spot that was private off the road. Lots of dispersed camping off the main road in the bridgerton- Teton Forrest.
Scout
Beautiful views and lots of dispersed camping available. Only tip would be to claim your spot with a chair in the morning as it definitely seems to fill up on the weekend. Bumpy road in spots but very doable
Guide
It was a little rough getting back there in my old van, bumpy. We stayed in the paid area with my pass only $10. Walk to the waterfalls. Campground was quite and so dark by 9pm. Lots of open dispersed camping available.
Scout
Dispersed Camping space #5 was very nice. We decided to pull our 29' travel trailer only partway into the space to find the most level spot. But we still had some 4 acres all to ourselves! The mosquitos were not fooling around though!
GuideYou cannot beat a view like this for free. There were many people boondocking, and my party appeared to be one of the only ones tent camping, at least in the area we stayed. The roads were very manageable up to "Upper Teton View." The area we camped in was meant to have 5 "sites" though probably 10+ groups were packed in. Some arriving late at night and causing a commotion. So... this is a great place to call it a night if you're visiting Yellowstone or the Tetons but if you're looking for seclusion you may have to venture further into the NF than I did. If you want to boondock in the area I dont think you can beat this! But really, how can you complain with this view?!
Guide
Shadow mountain dispersed camping has approximately 15 sites in designated areas along a back gravel road that is not for everyone. Site 10 is shared with 10A but site 9 is also along the ridge but more private. Other sites along the road are completely private. Best camping view ever.
Legend
This BLM recreation area has 12 designated FREE dispersed campsites along the Green River. The sires are off of a good gravel graded BLM road that dead ends at sites 12a-b. Most of these camps have their own vault toilet, tables, fire rings and grass boat launch areas for the drift boat, raft and kayak crowd. However none of them have any cell service but if you get back up to the main BLM road on top there is cell service if you can see the cell towers.
GuideThis was my first dispersed camping trip so I didn't know what to expect. There were ALLOT of.open spots, you have to search for one that fits your needs like if the view is more important or shade. The only downside was the dust it is very dusty, in fact so much so that I couldn't have my windows open. However I had one of the most used sites so it had less vegetation to block dust. Like I said be sure to pick based.on your needs and expectations, had I known more about his huge site I would have picked better. This site is free with just a donation box. It have vault toilets which are surprising clean and not as smelly as most places I have been. All in all O would recommend this site
Ranger
Great option if the Curtis Canyon campground is full, or if you would prefer something a little more remote. High clearance vehicles recommended - forest road 30440 is in pretty rough shape. Town of Jackson is fairly close.
Same great views you'd expect anywhere near the Tetons; trailhead to Goodwin Lake is close by. Full Teton view is better at the trailhead, but its not far. Dispersed sites are spread out with plenty of space; although no one stayed in the site next to us on this rainy evening in June.
To get there, continue past the Curtis Canyon campground in Bridger-Teton National Forest (behind the Elk refuge) as if you were heading to the trail head. You'll start to see marked sites along the extremely rutted forest road. I would not attempt very muddy conditions.
Legend
Open grassy area in Aspen close to paved road. This is at the bottom of the primitive FS road #747 that goes up to Kelly Park meadow, however the road has had new water bars installed so only high clearance vehicles can go up to the higher elevation meadow. The dispersed camping is at the lower end. No marked sites, water or trash and cell signal is dependent on your camp. Dirt two-tract road is ok for TTs and RVs. Pinedale is about 8 mi.
GuideFirst, it’s a rocky road up the mountain. You can get to the paid campsite in a car, I took my Honda Civic sport but took extreme caution and that was as far as we could take my low rider. BUT! If you have an AWD, go up as far as you can. We had a CRV too and climbed up the mountain and it was worth it.
The view of the Tetons was the best we had all trip aside from going into the national parks and hitting the trail heads. It’s a pack in/pack out and no fires. There were tons of spots which are spaced out so you aren’t on top of anyone and it’s the closest dispersed camp to Jackson Hole. It takes some time to get up there 30/45 mins, the roads are rutted from use.
When I come back to Jackson, I will stay here over and over again. I didn’t see a day limit but I’m assuming it’s 5 days.
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