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Lizard Creek Campground

Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming

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It is off-season. Lizard Creek Campground is closed until June 14, 2027

National Park Service closes this campground on September 10, 2026 and reopens it on June 14, 2027.

ClosedSeptember 10, 2026 – June 14, 2027

OpenReopens June 14, 2027

National Park Service says: “Winter Season”

As of September 2026, Lizard Creek Campground is a campground in Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming with 59 campsites. Lizard Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Lizard Creek Campground is located at 44.0041° N, 110.6884° W.

people allowed on each site: 6

Lizard Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

Stay and booking rules

Mid-stay changes allowed
Taxes apply
Campsites held at once: 2 campsite(s) held
Maximum reservations at once: 14 reservations
Maximum stay: 14 nights
Maximum per transaction: 2 reservations per transaction

Published by Recreation.gov for Lizard Creek Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Lizard Creek Campground

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Standard 32
Tent 27
Hookups 59

What an RV fits

15 ft1 site
16 ft5 sites
17 ft2 sites
18 ft3 sites
20 ft7 sites
21 ft6 sites
22 ft4 sites
23 ft1 site
25 ft3 sites

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, biking, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Lizard Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups
48	Loop 1	Standard	6	18 ft	Electric
49	Loop 1	Standard	6	16 ft	Electric
50	Loop 1	Standard	6	16 ft	Electric
51	Loop 1	Standard	6	15 ft	Electric
52	Loop 1	Standard	6	18 ft	Electric
53	Loop 1	Standard	6	22 ft	Electric
54	Loop 1	Standard	6	20 ft	Electric
56	Loop 1	Standard	6	21 ft	Electric
57	Loop 1	Standard	6	25 ft	Electric
58	Loop 1	Standard	6	21 ft	Electric
59	Loop 1	Standard	6	20 ft	Electric
60	Loop 1	Standard	6	16 ft	Electric
61	Loop 1	Standard	6	20 ft	Electric
62	Loop 1	Standard	6	20 ft	Electric
21	Loop 2	Standard	6	25 ft	Electric
22	Loop 2	Standard	6	23 ft	Electric
23	Loop 2	Standard	6	21 ft	Electric
24	Loop 2	Standard	6	22 ft	Electric
25	Loop 2	Standard	6	21 ft	Electric
26	Loop 2	Standard	6	20 ft	Electric
27	Loop 2	Standard	6	16 ft	Electric
28	Loop 2	Standard	6	20 ft	Electric
29	Loop 2	Standard	6	16 ft	Electric
30	Loop 2	Standard	6	20 ft	Electric
31	Loop 2	Standard	6	18 ft	Electric
32	Loop 2	Standard	6	22 ft	Electric
34	Loop 2	Standard	6	21 ft	Electric
35	Loop 2	Standard	6	21 ft	Electric
36	Loop 2	Standard	6	25 ft	Electric
37	Loop 2	Standard	6	22 ft	Electric

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups
38	Loop 2	Standard	6	17 ft	Electric
39	Loop 2	Tent	6	-	Electric
40	Loop 2	Tent	6	-	Electric
41	Loop 2	Tent	6	-	Electric
42	Loop 2	Tent	6	-	Electric
43	Loop 2	Tent	6	-	Electric
44	Loop 2	Tent	6	-	Electric
45	Loop 2	Tent	6	-	Electric
46	Loop 2	Tent	6	-	Electric
47	Loop 2	Standard	6	17 ft	Electric
1	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
2	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
3	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
4	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
5	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
6	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
7	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
8	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
9	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
10	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
11	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
12	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
13	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
15	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
16	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
17	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
18	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
19	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric
20	Main Road	Tent	6	-	Electric

About Lizard Creek Campground

Overview

The Lizard Creek Campground is located in the northern portion of Grand Teton National Park (GTNP) and provides a convenient basecamp for campers taking day trips to both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. This 60-site campground sits on the northern shore of Jackson Lake and offers access to the lake waters and views of the northern Teton Mountain Range. The area is frequented by various park wildlife, large and small as well as a variety of bird species. This Campground is normally one of the last campgrounds to open and first to close for the season in the park and can often see quickly changing weather patterns. The Lizard Creek Campground provides the perfect location for visitors to GTNP looking to avoid the crowds and who don’t need more than the basic amenities.

Recreation

The campground is a popular location for park visitors looking for access to both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks . Hiking is one of the parks’ most popular activities. While no hiking trails leave directly from the campground proper, several trails can be found at Colter Bay located 7 miles south, and in Yellowstone located 8 miles north.

Another popular activity at the Lizard Creek Campground is recreating on Jackson Lake. This large alpine lake stretches nearly 7 miles wide and 15 miles long, with a maximum depth of over 400 feet. Water temperatures generally vary from 50-70 degrees during the campground’s season. The campground provides convenient access for trout fishing and canoe/kayak use. Many campers can be found cooling off on the shores of Jackson Lake. Lizard Creek Campground does not have a boat ramp. Boat ramp access is available at Signal Mountain lodge as well as kayake, canoe and motor boat rentals at the Signal Mountain Lodge marina. In addition, Signal Mountain Lodge offers guided fishing trips on Jackson Lake and scenic float trips on the Snake River, contact the Signal Mountain Lodge front desk for more information.

Photography and sightseeing are other popular focuses for campers staying at the Lizard Creek Campground. The location provides a unique perspective of the lake and mountains for sunrise and sunset photographs. The area offers numerous great opportunities for landscape and nightscape photography, often with the bonus for wildlife shots. This is a great spot to spend your “rest” day away from the crowds.

Facilities

The campground offers tent camping and pull-in/back-in sites for RVs or trailers up to 25ft. Nearly half of the sites are walk-in tent sites which provide for a more uniquely private and dispersed camping experience than found at other campgrounds in GTNP. The facility is equipped with three conveniently located comfort stations which provide flush toilets and camper sinks. Potable water can be found dispersed regularly throughout the campground. All sites have picnic tables, fire rings and bear-proof food storage boxes. Site parking pads, areas for tents and distance from parking pad to campsites can vary greatly in size. When making a reservation please utilize site photographs and dimensions to ensure a proper fit for your recreational vehicle and party. The campground provides trash collection and recycling receptacles. Campers can find ice and firewood for purchase at the campground office.

Natural Features

The Lizard Creek Campground sits slightly elevated from Jackson Lake on Fonda Point in the northern portion of Grand Teton National Park. Offering sweeping views of the northern Teton Mountain Range; looking south from the lakeshore. It is surrounded by a predominantly lodgepole pine and spruce forest. The campground is frequented by various park wildlife including red fox, coyotes, bears and mule deer to name a few. Often bald eagles and osprey are found perched amongst the lake shore trees as they search the lake waters. To protect the park wildlife and fellow campers, proper food storage is enforced and regularly monitored.

Nearby Attractions

The Lizard Creek Campground offer’s a convenient location to access to both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. The South Entrance of Yellowstone is located only 11 miles north. Leek’s Pizzeria is located 7 miles south and offers indoor and outdoor dining with handmade pizza and sandwich offerings. Colter Bay located 8 miles south offers an expanded grocery store, as well as public showers and laundromat. The town of Jackson, Wyoming is located 55 miles south and offers many dining and shopping options as well as galleries, museums, tourist attractions, movie theaters, medical facilities, auto mechanics, and much more. Not having larger facilities nearby provides for a quieter and slower paced atmosphere than other locations in the park.

Charges & Cancellations

Please see recreation.gov Rules and Reservations Policies page for detailed information. https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies

Rules and notices at Lizard Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Lizard Creek Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

The maximum stay permitted at Lizard Creek Campground is 14 nights, and the maximum cumulative stay between all park campgrounds is 30 nights.

A maximum of 2 campsites can be reserved per customer per night.

A maximum sliding window of up to 7 days can be reserved beyond the 6 month rolling window.

Day of reservations are allowed at this campsite through recreation.gov, but not on a first-come, first-served basis at the campground itself.

Discounts must be applied at time of securing reservation.

This is bear country! Food and bear attractants must not be left unattended at any time (ie, coolers, trash, beverage containers, cooking utensils, health and beauty aids, etc.). All food or attractants must be stored in a hard-sided vehicle or in your site’s provided bear-proof storage box when not being consumed or prepared.

Camping accomodations are pet friendly. However, pets cannot be left unattended and are always required to be under control, and on a six-foot leash. Dog runners and pens are not allowed. All pet food and bowls must be treated as a bear attractant and must be properly stored and cannot be left unattended. Please review Campground & National Park Pet Regulations. https://www.nps.gov/grte/planyourvisit/pets.htm

Check-out time is 11 am, Check-in time begins at 12pm. Quiet hours are enforced from 10pm until 7am.

The maximum length for a trailer or RV is 25 feet. Parking dimensions vary widely at this campground, please take care when making reservations, to ensure that the site you are reserving will accomodate your equipment. Parking is allowed only in designated parking areas or site pads. Moving barrier logs is prohibited. All vehicles must fit completely on parking pads. Vehicles protruding into roadway will not be accepted. If travelling with a trailer or 5th wheel and the combined length of the towing vehicle and trailer/5th wheel is greater than the length of the driveway, the trailer/5th wheel will have to be diconnected in order to fit in the campsite. In these instances, campers must reserve a "Double Driveway" parking spot or a driveway wide enough to accommodate both the trailer and the vehicle.

Generators are permitted, in the first loop only (sites 48-63) between the hours of 8a.m. and 8p.m. and cannot be left unattended.

Maximum one vehicle per site.

Maximum two tents per site.

Maximum of six occupants per site. This rule is strictly enforced, as we are a smaller campground. If you desire to book a campsite that will accommodate larger groups or gatherings of more than 6 people, please explore options at other campgrounds in the area.

Water Hookup Fee: The Utility fee is imposed on all lodging and camping products to defer the higher cost of providing water and sewer in the remote locations in which we operate. The amount of this fee is determined by taking the difference in the cost of providing these services less the comparable cost of similar services in local areas. This fee is reviewed annually and approved by the National Park Service.

Fires may not be left unattended and must be contained within the provided fire ring. Fires may be prohibited based upon local restrictions during seasons with elevated fire danger.

Only dead and downed wood may be collected. Chainsaws are prohibited.

Parking is allowed only in designated parking areas or site pads. Moving barrier logs is prohibited. All vehicles must fit completely on parking pads. Vehicles protruding into roadway will not be accepted.

All sites must be left in a clean and welcoming state for the incoming campers with all fires dead out and fire rings free of bear attractants.

Roadways are narrow at this campground and backing into certain sites can be difficult. Please look at the pictures provided and read all warnings and need to know info about your site.

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Lizard Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Lizard Creek Campground?

Lizard Creek Campground is rated "Very Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Lizard Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Lizard Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Lizard Creek Campground have?

Lizard Creek Campground has 59 campsites.