Alpine / Bridger-Teton National Forest KOA Holiday Blog
Closest KOA to Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Park
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Turn off Highway 89, 2 miles North of Etna, WY (heading north) or 7 miles south of Alpine, WY (heading south) and continue behind the Airstream of Wyoming dealership. Follow the road in front of the Airstream dealership to our KOA.
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Most travelers planning a vacation to western Wyoming have exactly two destinations on their radar: Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone. While those towering granite peaks and boiling geysers are bucket-list items for a reason, spending an entire trip bumper-to-bumper on Highway 89 or fighting for parking at Jenny Lake means missing out on the real, untamed Wyoming backcountry. Right out the back door of the Alpine/Bridger-Teton National Forest KOA Holiday, an outdoor playground awaits, completely free of national park crowds. Located in Star Valley where three legendary rivers collide, Alpine is the ultimate destination for travelers who prefer their vacations with a bit more dirt, water, and adrenaline. If you are looking for the best RV parks near Jackson Hole that offer direct access to uncrowded public lands, this guide will show you how to explore Alpine's best hidden gems.
World-Class Alpine, WY Fly Fishing & Boating
The town of Alpine sits right at the confluence where the Snake, Salt, and Greys Rivers empty into the massive Palisades Reservoir, creating a premier destination for fly fishing in Star Valley, WY. Anglers from all over the world come to test their skills against the native Snake River fine-spotted cutthroat trout. You can easily grab your rod and wade right into the clear riffles on your own, or you can hook up with local experts like Pioneer Anglers Fly Shop or Rendezvous Anglers for a guided drift-boat trip down the river.
If flat water is more your speed, the Palisades Reservoir offers a stunning alternative. Lined with dramatic mountain backdrops, the reservoir features deep fjords and calm coves that are absolutely perfect for renting a pontoon boat or launching a stand-up paddleboard for a peaceful afternoon on the water. For those who crave a bit more adrenaline, the nearby Snake River Canyon serves up classic Class III whitewater rapids like "Lunch Counter" and "Big Bowl" just a short drive north of the campground.
Off-Roading the Bridger-Teton ATV Trails
If you brought an ATV, UTV, dirt bike, or side-by-side along on your road trip, you are pulling into absolute paradise. The Greys River District of the Bridger-Teton National Forest features hundreds of miles of rugged dirt roads and motorized singletrack trails winding deep into the Salt River Range. The transition from camp to canyon is entirely seamless. Motorized adventurers can unhook their rigs right at their spacious KOA sites and access public land trails within a matter of minutes. As you climb higher into the mountain elevation, be sure to keep your camera ready because this vast backcountry territory is home to thriving populations of moose, elk, mule deer, and bald eagles.
Hike to a Geological Wonder: Afton's Periodic Spring
An easy 35-minute drive south of the campground brings you to Swift Creek Canyon, home to one of the rarest geological phenomena on earth. Known locally as the Periodic Spring, the Intermittent Spring is the largest rhythmic spring in the world, and it literally appears to breathe. From late summer through winter, the spring runs at a roaring 100 cubic feet per second of ice-cold water for about 18 minutes, completely dries up and ceases to flow for the next 15 to 20 minutes, and then repeats the cycle all over again. While scientists believe a natural underground siphon causes this unique effect, watching a rushing river completely shut off like a kitchen faucet feels like pure magic. The trail to the spring is an easy, scenic 3/4-mile walk along the canyon floor, making it a perfect trek for hikers of all skill levels.
The Best RV Camping Near Jackson Hole, WY
After a long day of ripping down Bridger-Teton ATV trails, fighting native trout, or paddling the reservoir, there is nothing better than coming back to a camp that actually gives you room to stretch out. Formerly known as the Grand Buffalo RV Resort, the completely upgraded Alpine/Bridger-Teton National Forest KOA Holiday features premium full-hookup RV sites averaging a massive .10 to .20 acres in size. Complete with stunning mountain views and deluxe patios to roast s'mores under the stars, this basecamp lets you skip the high resort prices and crowded boardwalks. Come and find the wild side of Wyoming in Alpine this summer.
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