Colter Bay Village Campground — Grand Teton National Park
Brent K.
Reviewed Aug. 5, 2018

Lots of Activities and Amenities!

This is a large campground with 15 loops of 350 campsites plus group and hiker/biker sites as well as a separate RV park. Although during peak season, it will be full by late afternoon based on the times I've camped here in recent years.

Most sites are forested with good shade on Loops A-G while many sites on Loops H-O tend to be less forested. Many sites tend to have some scrub/underbrush and lack a designated tent pad (including this site).

Each loop has restrooms with flush toilets and running water as well as a utility room with a flush sink for washing dishes. Each restroom site also has a faucet outside for potable water.

Each site has a fire ring, picnic table, and bear bin.

There is a short trail to the shore of Jackson Lake for water activities, great views of the Tetons, a designated picnic area, as well as the marina and visitors center. Another trail takes you to the general store/deli and the laundry/shower facilities (both places have WiFi access although the general store network seemed faster). Firewood, ice, etc. can be purchased at the general store or at the gas station located just before you enter the campground.

There are multiple options for activities from this campground: hiking (Hermitage Point TH), horseback rides, boat cruises, scenic raft trips, fishing, kayaking, swimming, etc. Boat rentals and fishing equipment/licenses are available at the marina store.

Despite the number of sites/people, our site was pretty peaceful. Didn't see much wildlife around the campground this season, although there is a fox den near the general store that has been there the past few years.

Misc. Info: El 6800'; the South Gate of Yellowstone is 16 miles N; Jackson, WY is 40 miles S

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  • Review photo of Colter Bay Village Campground — Grand Teton National Park by Brent K., August 5, 2018
  • Review photo of Colter Bay Village Campground — Grand Teton National Park by Brent K., August 5, 2018
  • Review photo of Colter Bay Village Campground — Grand Teton National Park by Brent K., August 5, 2018
  • Review photo of Colter Bay Village Campground — Grand Teton National Park by Brent K., August 5, 2018
  • Review photo of Colter Bay Village Campground — Grand Teton National Park by Brent K., August 5, 2018