Jenny Lake Campground

Grand Teton’s most coveted camp — tent-only, lakeside, 49 sites

Location: Grand Teton National Park, WY, WY

Price: From $13 per night

Price range: $13–$58 per night

Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (2876 reviews)

Season: Late May – late September

Jenny Lake is tent-only, 49 sites, and one of the hardest campgrounds to book in the entire NPS system. It sits on the eastern shore of Jenny Lake with direct views of the Cathedral Group — Teewinot, Mount Owen, and the Grand Teton. The Cascade Canyon Trailhead and boat shuttle across the lake to Hidden Falls are steps from camp. No RVs. No hookups. No exceptions. Opens in late May and books out within seconds of the reservation window opening. If you can get a site here, take it.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Flush Toilets, Potable Water, Fire Rings, Bear Boxes, Boat Shuttle (fee), Cascade Canyon Trailhead, Jenny Lake Store (0.3 mi), Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/jenny-lake-grand-teton to be notified when sites open up.

Tent-only, 49 sites, on the eastern shore of Jenny Lake with direct views of the Cathedral Group. One of the most beautiful campground settings in the NPS system. The Cascade Canyon Trailhead and boat shuttle to Hidden Falls are steps from camp.

String Lake loop at 5am before the boat shuttle begins — walk north from Jenny Lake along String Lake as the sun rises on the Tetons. This 3.7-mile flat walk is completely empty before 7am and arguably the most beautiful easy walk in the park.

What is new at Jenny Lake Campground: Teton Park Road vehicle reservation required May–October on weekends. Book separately from the campsite.

Wildlife alert: Black bears and grizzly bears both present. Bear boxes mandatory. Moose extremely aggressive during September rut. Bison wander through the campground.

Fire rules: Campfires in provided fire grates only. Wyoming fire restrictions apply. Check nps.gov/grte.

Things to do near Jenny Lake Campground: Cascade Canyon via the boat shuttle (7 mi RT) — the most popular hike in the park. Leigh Lake (3 mi RT from String Lake trailhead) — quieter lake with similar Teton views and better fishing.

Insider tips for Jenny Lake Campground: Book exactly at the 6-month window at 8am Mountain time — sites sell in 45–60 seconds Boat shuttle runs every 15 minutes — just walk up and pay at the dock, no reservation

Skip Jenny Lake Campground if: You have an RV or trailer — tent-only, no exceptions.

Best time to visit Jenny Lake Campground: Jun–Sep — Boat operating, all trails open.. Sep–early Oct — Aspens turning gold, moose very active. Most beautiful time in the Tetons..

Common issues at Jenny Lake Campground: Sells out virtually instantly. Set an exact alarm for the 6-month window. Check recreation.gov daily for cancellations — they happen frequently.

What campers say about Jenny Lake Campground: "Woke up to the Grand Teton at sunrise from our tent door. This is the most beautiful campground I have ever slept in." — Recreation.gov reviewer "If you can get a site here, you take it no matter what. Clear your schedule." — Recreation.gov reviewer "Sells out in under 60 seconds at the 6-month window. Set an alarm." — Recreation.gov reviewer

Nearby campgrounds: Signal Mountain Campground (Grand Teton National Park, WY (Jackson Lake)), Gros Ventre Campground (Kelly, WY), Teton Canyon (Alta, WY), Reunion Flat (Alta, WY via Driggs, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Jenny Lake Campground

Cell signal at Jenny Lake Campground (Grand Teton National Park, WY): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Jenny Lake Campground

Grand Teton’s most coveted camp — tent-only, lakeside, 49 sites

Grand Teton National Park, WY4.9 (2876)6,783 ft
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Why campers choose Jenny Lake Campground

Tent-only, 49 sites, on the eastern shore of Jenny Lake with direct views of the Cathedral Group. One of the most beautiful campground settings in the NPS system. The Cascade Canyon Trailhead and boat shuttle to Hidden Falls are steps from camp.
Book exactly at the 6-month window at 8am Mountain time — sites sell in 45–60 seconds
Boat shuttle runs every 15 minutes — just walk up and pay at the dock, no reservation
Tent only — absolutely no exceptions. One of the hardest reservations in the NPS. Extremely popular — no walk-up availability in season.

Check-in

12:00 PM

Check-out

11:00 AM

Season

Late May – late September

Stay limit

14 days

Max RV

No hookups

Hookups

None

Cell signal:

Jenny Lake is tent-only, 49 sites, and one of the hardest campgrounds to book in the entire NPS system. It sits on the eastern shore of Jenny Lake with direct views of the Cathedral Group — Teewinot, Mount Owen, and the Grand Teton. The Cascade Canyon Trailhead and boat shuttle across the lake to Hidden Falls are steps from camp. No RVs. No hookups. No exceptions. Opens in late May and books out within seconds of the reservation window opening. If you can get a site here, take it.

Things to do nearby

Cascade Canyon TrailheadHidden Falls boat launchGrand Teton summitCascade Canyon via the boat shuttle

Best For

Serious hikersGrand Teton climbersLandscape photographersTent campers onlyCascade Canyon day hikers

Site Types

Tent only — no RVs or trailers

Amenities

Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Fire Rings
Bear Boxes
Boat Shuttle (fee)
Cascade Canyon Trailhead
Jenny Lake Store (0.3 mi)
Picnic Tables
Check-in

12:00 PM

Check-out

11:00 AM

Season

Late May – late September

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Tent only — absolutely no exceptions. One of the hardest reservations in the NPS. Extremely popular — no walk-up availability in season.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov standard policy.

Why campers love Jenny Lake Campground

Tent-only, 49 sites, on the eastern shore of Jenny Lake with direct views of the Cathedral Group. One of the most beautiful campground settings in the NPS system. The Cascade Canyon Trailhead and boat shuttle to Hidden Falls are steps from camp.

What's new in 2026

Teton Park Road vehicle reservation required May–October on weekends. Book separately from the campsite.

What campers say about Jenny Lake Campground

"Woke up to the Grand Teton at sunrise from our tent door. This is the most beautiful campground I have ever slept in."

— Recreation.gov reviewer

"If you can get a site here, you take it no matter what. Clear your schedule."

— Recreation.gov reviewer

"Sells out in under 60 seconds at the 6-month window. Set an alarm."

— Recreation.gov reviewer

Not the right fit if…

  • ✕You have an RV or trailer — tent-only, no exceptions

Frequently asked questions

How much does Jenny Lake Campground cost per night?+
Jenny Lake Campground costs $13–$58 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: None. Tent only. No RVs, no trailers, no exceptions.
What season is Jenny Lake Campground open?+
Jenny Lake Campground is open Late May – late September. Check-in is 12:00 PM, check-out is 11:00 AM.
Does Jenny Lake Campground have hookups?+
None. Tent only. No RVs, no trailers, no exceptions.
What is the maximum RV length at Jenny Lake Campground?+
Jenny Lake Campground is primarily a tent camping facility. Contact the campground about RV access.
How do I make reservations at Jenny Lake Campground?+
Jenny Lake Campground is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/alerts to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Jenny Lake Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Jenny Lake Campground is rated weak. Best carrier: Verizon. Coverage available: Verizon 4G. Note: FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote, mountainous, or heavily forested areas may be weaker. Check camper reports on the page for real-world experience.
How far is Jenny Lake Campground from the nearest town?+
Nearest services: Jenny Lake Store — 0.3 miles (limited). Jackson 20 miles.
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