Lizard Creek Campground
Grand Teton National Park — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Moran, WY, WY
Price: From $53 per night
Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (350 reviews)
Season: May through October
The Lizard Creek Campground is located in the northern portion of Grand Teton National Park (GTNP) and provides a convenient basecamp for campers taking day trips to both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. This 60 sites campground sits on the northern shore of Jackson Lake and offers access to the lake waters and views of the northern Teton Mountain Range. The area is frequented by various park wildlife, large and small as well as a variety of bird species.
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: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Bear Boxes, Fishing, Boat Launch, Firewood for Sale
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Located on the northern shore of Jackson Lake in Grand Teton National Park with views of the Teton Mountain Range, offering a convenient basecamp for day trips to both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. Google reviews average 4.5/5 stars from 138 reviews, with campers praising the location and cleanliness.
Wildlife alert: Grizzly bears and moose frequent this area. Also present: brown bears, great gray owls, ruffed grouse, common ravens, mountain bluebirds, and golden-mantled ground squirrels.
Insider tips for Lizard Creek Campground: Book in advance — this is a federal campground and spots fill quickly Back sites offer better views and more privacy than front sites Shower and laundry facilities are available ~15 miles away at Signal Mountain Lodge Firewood is available for purchase on-site
Skip Lizard Creek Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You require modern facilities — reviewers note facilities are old with limited amenities. You're visiting November through April — seasonal closure.
Best time to visit Lizard Creek Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Colter Bay Campground (Grand Teton National Park, WY), Headwaters Campground At Flagg Ranch (Moran, WY), Colter Bay Marina End Ties (Moran, WY), Colter Bay Tent Village (Moran, WY).
Cell Phone Coverage at Lizard Creek Campground
Cell signal at Lizard Creek Campground (Moran, WY): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
The Lizard Creek Campground is located in the northern portion of Grand Teton National Park (GTNP) and provides a convenient basecamp for campers taking day trips to both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. This 60 sites campground sits on the northern shore of Jackson Lake and offers access to the lake waters and views of the northern Teton Mountain Range. The area is frequented by various park wildlife, large and small as well as a variety of bird species.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook in advance
this is a federal campground and spots fill quickly
Back sites offer better views and more privacy than front sites
Shower and laundry facilities are available ~15 miles away at Signal Mountain Lodge
Firewood is available for purchase on-site
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Heading north from Jackson on US 26/89/191, turn left (west) at Moran Junction. Travel north on US 89/191/287, 18 miles (29 km) to the Lizard Creek Campground sign, turn left (west) into the campground. Heading south from Yellowstone on US 89/191/287, continue 11 miles (18 km) and turn right (west) at the Lizard Creek Campground sign continuing into the campground.
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Grand Teton National Park fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Grand Teton National Park before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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