Gros Ventre Campground campground
Gros Ventre Campground
Reservations are accepted at Gros Ventre Campground, providing campers with the convenience of securing a spot ahead of time. However, it's worth noting that this campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis as well, so it's possible to find a spot even without a reservation. The best time of year to visit the campground is during the summer months, from June to September, when the weather is generally mild and pleasant.
While staying at Gros Ventre Campground, campers can explore the surrounding area's natural beauty. The campground is located near the Gros Ventre River, offering opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and other water activities. Wildlife enthusiasts will also be pleased to know that the area is home to a variety of animals, including moose, elk, and eagles. However, caution must be exercised while camping in the area, particularly regarding encounters with bears. It is recommended to keep food properly stored and to follow bear safety guidelines to ensure a safe and enjoyable camping experience.
What's on-site at Gros Ventre Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Gros Ventre Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Gros Ventre River At Kelly Wy | 814 cfs | → |
| Snake River At Moose | 6,490 cfs | → |
| Gros Ventre River At Zenith Wy | 530 cfs | → |
| Granite C Ab Granite C Supplemental | 53 cfs | → |
| Cache Creek Near Jackson | 19 cfs | → |
| Flat Creek Bel Cache Creek | 83 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Gros Ventre Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson 12.3 Ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Moose - Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Jackson - Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Phillips Bench | 8.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Phillips Bench Snotel | 7.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Moran - Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Grand Teton National Park
- Wayne May Park
- George Washington Memorial Park
- Mike Yokel Park
- Phil Baux Park
- Smith's Park
Fishing spots
- Jenny Lake
- Astoria Boating Site
- Pritchard Boating Site
- Elbow Boating Site
- Palisades Reservoir
- Jade Lakes
Points of interest
- Sleeping Indian Turnout
- Albright View Turnout
- Craig Thomas Discovery And Visitor Center
- Gros Ventre River Viewpoint
- Windy Point Turnout
- Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve Center
Paddle runs
- Headwaters Of South And Roaring Forks And Mainstem To Confluence With South Fork
- Headwaters Of North And South Forks And Mainstem To Boundary Of Jedediah Smith Wilderness
- 1st Gorge Lime
- South Park Bridge To 1 Mile Downstream From Astoria Hot Springs (North Section Line Of Sec 5, T38n, R116w)
- Badger Creek
- Astoria To West Table
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Gros Ventre Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Gros Ventre Campground
Can I make reservations at Gros Ventre Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Gros Ventre Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
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