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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What to Bring to Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Park in May!
Visiting Yellowstone and the Tetons in May is honestly such a trip! You get this wild mix of "baby animal season"—think tiny orange bison calves and grizzly cubs—crashed right into the tail end of winter. One minute you’re soaking up the sun, and the next you’re wondering if you accidentally wandered into Narnia. Because the weather has such major mood swings, you have to be smart about your layers. Skip the cotton shirts and go for moisture-wicking stuff instead. Toss on a fleece and a puffy jacket, and always keep a rain shell handy. Trust me, when that wind starts whipping off the Tetons, you’ll be glad you brought a beanie and some gloves, even if it felt like summer at breakfast.
The most important thing you’ll carry is bear spray, no questions asked. Since you can’t fly with it, just grab a canister when you land in Jackson or Gardiner. Keep it somewhere you can actually reach it, not buried at the bottom of your backpack. You also need to watch out for the sun; at 7,000 feet, it’ll fry you way faster than you think, especially with the snow reflecting everything back at you. Throw on some high-SPF sunscreen and grab some polarized shades so you aren't squinting all day.
Wildlife is everywhere this time of year, so bring binoculars or a decent camera with a zoom lens. It’s the only way to get a good look at wolves in Lamar Valley without, you know, getting way too close. And don't count on your phone for much besides photos. Cell service is basically a myth once you get into the canyons, so download your maps ahead of time or go old-school with a paper map from the ranger station.
Lastly, play it smart with your gear and snacks. Most of the trails are still going to be a slushy, muddy mess in May, so waterproof boots are a total lifesaver for keeping your feet dry. Food spots can also be pretty spread out and some might not even be open yet, so keep a cooler in the car with plenty of water and sandwich supplies. With the weather hovering around 50°F during the day and dipping below freezing at night, having your own setup means you can stay out watching the geysers as long as you want.
Are you planning on doing more hiking, or are you more about the scenic drives and pull-outs?
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