Jl 47 campground
Jl 47
Nearby points of interest include the Gros Ventre Wilderness Area, which offers over 300,000 acres of rugged wilderness to explore. The Snake River is also close by, offering opportunities for fishing, rafting, and kayaking. The nearby town of Jackson Hole provides plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
The campground amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and drinking water. There are no hookups available, but generators are allowed during certain hours. The campground is open from late May to early October and is first-come, first-served.
Interesting facts about the area include that it is home to the largest elk herd in North America and the largest population of grizzly bears outside of Alaska. The Bridger-Teton National Forest also contains over 1,000 miles of trails for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking.
The best time of year to visit the Jl 47 camping area is from June to September, when the weather is mild and the average temperatures range from the mid-50s to the mid-70s Fahrenheit. However, visitors should be prepared for sudden changes in weather and should pack layers to stay warm and dry.
What's on-site at Jl 47
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.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Jl 47, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jl 50 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Jl 49 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Jenny Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Jenny Lake - Grand Teton National Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Jl 42 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Jl 47 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Snake River At Moose | 8,160 cfs | → |
| Snake River Nr Moran Wy | 4,010 cfs | → |
| Gros Ventre River At Kelly Wy | 1,830 cfs | → |
| Granite C Ab Granite C Supplemental | 157 cfs | → |
| Pacific Creek At Moran Wy | 886 cfs | → |
| Gros Ventre River At Zenith Wy | 1,360 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Jl 47 -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surprise Meadow | 38.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Moose - Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Moran - Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Jackson 12.3 Ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grand Targhee | 45.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grand Targhee Snotel | 45.0 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
- Emily Stevens Park
- George Washington Memorial Park
- Smith's Park
- Mike Yokel Park
- Wayne May Park
Fishing spots
- Jenny Lake
- Astoria Boating Site
- Pritchard Boating Site
- Jade Lakes
- Elbow Boating Site
- Palisades Reservoir
Points of interest
- Jenny Lake Visitor Center
- Cascade Canyon Turnout
- Cathedral Group Turnout
- Teton Glacier Viewpoint
- Mountain View Turnout
- Mount Moran Turnout
Paddle runs
- Headwaters Of South And Roaring Forks And Mainstem To Confluence With South Fork
- Badger Creek
- Headwaters Of North And South Forks And Mainstem To Boundary Of Jedediah Smith Wilderness
- Headwaters Of North And South Fork And Mainstem To Targhee Nf Boundary
- Bitch Creek
- 1st Gorge Lime
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 Jl 47 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Jl 47
Can I make reservations at Jl 47?
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 Jl 47?
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
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Jl 47.