Turpin Meadow campground
Turpin Meadow
The camping area boasts several amenities, including picnic tables, fire rings, potable water, and vault toilets. The campground is available on a first-come, first-serve basis, so it's advisable to arrive early to secure a spot. There are 29 campsites available for tents, trailers, and RVs, and camping fees vary depending on the time of year.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once a popular hunting ground for Native Americans and early fur trappers. Today, visitors can still find evidence of Native American settlements and fur trapping activity in the surrounding areas.
The best time to visit the Turpin Meadow camping area is during the summer months of June to August when the temperatures average between 70-80°F during the day and dip to around 40-50°F at night. This time of year offers the best weather for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting.
What's on-site at Turpin Meadow
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 Turpin Meadow, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turpin Meadow Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Box Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Angles | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Hatchet Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hatchet | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Turpin Meadow -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Fork Ab Lava Creek Nr Moran Wy | 1,080 cfs | → |
| Pacific Creek At Moran Wy | 549 cfs | → |
| Snake River Nr Moran Wy | 3,320 cfs | → |
| Gros Ventre River At Kelly Wy | 840 cfs | → |
| Snake River Ab Jackson Lake At Flagg Ranch Wy | 1,700 cfs | → |
| Snake River At Moose | 5,780 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Turpin Meadow -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Base Camp Snotel | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Base Camp | 0.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Togwotee Pass | 31.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Togwotee Pass Snotel | 31.0 in | -2.0 in | → |
| Moran - Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Two Ocean Plateau Snotel | 52.0 in | -2.0 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
- Teton Wilderness
- John D Rockefeller Jr Memorial Parkway
- Grand Teton National Park
- Wayne May Park
- Mike Yokel Park
- George Washington Memorial Park
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Elk Ranch Flats Viewpoint
- Catholic Bay Turnout
- Mount Moran Turnout
- Colter Bay Visitor Center
- Mountain View Turnout
- Cathedral Group Turnout
Paddle runs
- Confluence Of North/South Forks To Yellowstone Np Boundary
- Southeastern Boundary Of The Park To Yellowstone Lake Inlet
- Thorofare Creek Source To Yellowstone Np Boundary
- Open Creek Source To Confluence With Thorofare
- Badger Creek
- Headwaters Of South And Roaring Forks And Mainstem To Confluence With South Fork
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 Turpin Meadow as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Turpin Meadow
Can I make reservations at Turpin Meadow?
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 Turpin Meadow?
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 Turpin Meadow.