Signal Mountain Campground

Grand Teton’s best all-around camp — lakeside, reservable, RV-friendly

Location: Grand Teton National Park, WY (Jackson Lake), WY

Price: From $59 per night

Price range: $59–$103 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (2543 reviews)

Season: Mid-May – mid-October

Signal Mountain is a versatile campground in Grand Teton — 80 sites on the eastern shore of Jackson Lake with stunning Teton Range views from many sites. Unlike the tent-only Jenny Lake, Signal Mountain welcomes RVs up to 30ft with electrical hookups available on some sites. The adjacent Signal Mountain Lodge has a restaurant, marina, boat rentals, and a fuel dock. Excellent base for Jackson Lake kayaking, fishing, and the full range of Teton hiking. Easier to book than Jenny Lake but still sell

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, Dump Station, Electrical Hookups (some sites), Signal Mountain Lodge (restaurant, marina), Boat Rentals, Fuel Dock, Pet Friendly (leash), Picnic Tables

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

The most versatile campground in Grand Teton — 472 sites on Jackson Lake with Teton Range views from many sites. Welcomes RVs up to 30ft with some electrical hookups. Signal Mountain Lodge has a restaurant, marina, boat rentals, and fuel.

Signal Mountain Summit Road — a paved road to the top of Signal Mountain with a 360 panorama of the entire Jackson Hole valley and the Teton Range. The view at sunset is extraordinary and almost nobody drives it because it’s a side road most people miss.

What is new at Signal Mountain Campground: Signal Mountain Lodge Marina expanded kayak and paddleboard rentals 2023.

Wildlife alert: Bison wander through the campground regularly. Grizzly and black bears both present. Moose aggressive during September rut.

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

Things to do near Signal Mountain Campground: Signal Mountain Summit Road at sunset — panoramic view of all of Jackson Hole. Jackson Lake kayaking from the marina — paddle to Elk Island with Teton views. Oxbow Bend (2 mi north) — the best wildlife photography location in the Tetons, especially at dawn.

Insider tips for Signal Mountain Campground: Electrical hookup sites book fastest — book these first Gros Ventre campground (20 miles south) is a good backup if Signal Mountain is full

Skip Signal Mountain Campground if: You want the most intimate Teton experience — Jenny Lake is more beautiful but much harder to book.

Best time to visit Signal Mountain Campground: Jun–Sep — Marina and lodge open, wildflowers, excellent hiking weather.. Sep–Oct — Elk bugling, aspen colors, moose active. Most dramatic season in the Tetons..

Common issues at Signal Mountain Campground: Teton Park Road vehicle reservation required on summer weekends. Book separately on Recreation.gov. Your campsite reservation does not guarantee park road access on peak weekends.

What campers say about Signal Mountain Campground: "Jackson Lake kayaking from the marina at sunrise. The Tetons reflecting in flat water with no other boats. Perfect." — Recreation.gov reviewer "The restaurant at Signal Mountain Lodge is genuinely good. Easy walk from camp." — Google reviewer

Nearby campgrounds: Grand Teton / Jackson Hole KOA Holiday (Moran, WY), Colter Bay Tent Village (Moran, WY), Colter Bay Marina End Ties (Moran, WY), Colter Bay Rv Park (Moran, WY).