Do I need a permit to camp in Grand Teton National Park?

A permit is required for all backcountry camping trips in Grand Teton National Park. All persons who intend to sleep overnight, camp, or bivouac in the backcountry, or who are in possession of equipment designed for overnight use in the backcountry, must obtain a backcountry permit and carry it with them.

Can you camp anywhere in Grand Teton National Park?

You can camp anywhere on national forest land or Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land, unless otherwise posted. The Bridger-Teton National Forest surrounds the park. Make sure you’re 100-200 feet from any road, trail, or body of water.

Where can I get a Teton backcountry permit?

Permits are available at the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center, Colter Bay Visitor Center, and the Jenny Lake Ranger Station. Check location for hours and season dates.

Can you sleep in your car in Grand Teton National Park?

Additional camping facilities are available in nearby national forest and other adjacent areas. Please note that sleeping in your car or RV is not permitted within Grand Teton except in individual campsites.

Can you camp for free in Grand Tetons?

Grand Teton National Park Free Campsites – Grand Teton National Park Free Campsites – 12 Miles: Spread Creek Meadows. The road in is Gravel and About 4 miles from a paved road. Spread Creek Meadows is open May to November. There are 6-15 campsites at this location and the maximum RV length is unlimited.

Do you need a permit to camp in Grand Teton?

A permit is required for all backcountry camping trips in Grand Teton National Park. All persons who intend to sleep overnight, camp, or bivouac in the backcountry, or who are in possession of equipment designed for overnight use in the backcountry, must obtain a backcountry permit and carry it with them.

How big is Grand Teton National Park in miles?

Grand Teton National Park encompasses over 310,000 acres of mountains, lakes, plains, and rivers with over 200 miles of hiking trails to explore. A backcountry trip takes planning as most trails gain elevation and many cross steep mountain passes.

How many nights can you stay in Grand Teton?

To minimize the impact on park resources, backcountry permits are limited. One backcountry permit allows for up to 10 consecutive nights of stay within Grand Teton National Park’s backcountry.

Do you need a permit to climb the Tetons?

Permits are not required for mountaineering, but climbers on overnight trips must have a backcountry permit to camp or bivouac. Weather can be extreme and change rapidly, impacting climbing trips to the Teton Range. It’s important to check current local weather and mountain conditions prior to your visit.