Gros Ventre Campground, Jackson, WY

Park Info                                                 Gros Ventre Campground

                                                             Gros Ventre Campground Road, Jackson, WY 83001

                                                             Latitude: 43.61630 (43° 36′ 58.68” N)

                                                             Longitude: -110.6669 (110° 40′ 0.839” W)

                                                            307-543-3100

                                                             http://www.gtlc.com/rv/gros-ventre-campground

                                                             OPEN  – Early May through Mid October

Date(s) of Stay                                       September 2-5, 2014

Facilities                                                 Electric at some sites, dump station, water available

                                                             Restrooms – very basic, without soap, paper towels

Daily RV Rates                                        $51/night w/ electricity; much less if not

Rate Discounts for                                 Golden Age, Golden Access Passport

Big Rig Friendly?                                    Yes, able to accommodate rigs up to 45′

Access                                                      Easy access.

Comments

Commensurate to a national park, this setting is one of nature, wildlife, and serenity. Our first morning here had many scrambling for their cameras to get a shot of a bull moose. And while I decided to wait awhile before venturing out, when I did, a large coyote scurried near me on his way down to the Gros Ventre River bank.

They do not accept reservations; it is first come, first serve. So if you need a site with electric, or want to have a spot of your choosing, try getting there by 11 a.m. (There are areas of the campground where generators are allowed at certain times of the day.)

The camp’s location is ideal for touring The Grand Tetons, Mormon Row, and Jackson, Wyoming.