Jenny Lake Campground packing checklist | Camp Check [Skip to content](#content) [Camp Check](/) [Map](/)[About](/about) Show more details [← Back to map](/) · [Search spots](/#all) Trip details · Jenny Lake Campground # Jenny Lake Campground packing checklist * Activity**Car camping** * Park**Grand Teton National Park, WY** * Nearest**Kings Peak via Henrys Fork, 206 mi** A small, tent-only campground under Teewinot, steps from the Jenny Lake trails. This is grizzly country. ## Trip details Sites 51 tent sites + 10 hiker/biker sites Season Early May to late September Reservations Up to 6 months ahead, 7-night max Wildlife Black and grizzly bears; bear-proof lockers Best season September (our pick) ### Source * [NPS Grand Teton: camping](https://www.nps.gov/grte/planyourvisit/camping.htm) * [Recreation.gov: Jenny Lake Campground](https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/247664) * [NPS Grand Teton: Bear safety](https://www.nps.gov/grte/planyourvisit/bearsafety.htm) "Our pick" seasons are our own call. ## Packing list Reset Ready to go: **0%** · you have 0 of 15 ### Before you go * **Check conditions.** Closures, weather and trail status change. Look at [NPS Grand Teton: current conditions](https://www.nps.gov/grte/planyourvisit/conditions.htm) the day you go. * **Tell someone your plan.** Where you’re going, who’s with you and when you’ll be back. [NPS: leave a trip plan](https://www.nps.gov/articles/hiking-safety.htm) * **Know when to turn back.** On hikes from camp, turn back before dark and if a storm builds. Back away from any bear. This list is a starting point, not a guarantee. Conditions change, so adjust it for your trip and your group. We earn from qualifying Amazon purchases. [Details](/about#affiliate) Check off what you already have. For anything you still need, there’s a product suggestion when we have a good match. ### Trip-specific: permits and hazards 1. **Reservation**Book up to 6 months ahead. The campground is small and tent-only.Need itHave it No product pick yet. Bring your own or check with the park. Source: [Recreation.gov: Jenny Lake Campground](https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/247664) 2. **Bear spray**NPS Grand Teton: carry bear spray and know how to use it.Need itHave it ![Counter Assault Bear Spray (10.2 oz)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71rYZhD6rEL._AC_SL1000_.jpg) Counter Assault Bear Spray (10.2 oz) $67.99 on Amazon NPS Grand Teton: carry bear spray and know how to use it. [Buy on Amazon (opens in new tab)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KX77BX7/ref=nosim?tag=giftsthatland-20) Source: [NPS Grand Teton: Bear safety](https://www.nps.gov/grte/planyourvisit/bearsafety.htm) 3. **Use the bear-proof locker**Store all food and scented items in the locker at your site.Need itHave it No product pick yet. Bring your own or check with the park. Source: [NPS Grand Teton: camping](https://www.nps.gov/grte/planyourvisit/camping.htm) ### The Ten Essentials [(NPS)](https://www.nps.gov/articles/10essentials.htm) 1. **Water**For hikes from camp, about 1 L per 2 hours.Need itHave it ![Nalgene Tritan Wide Mouth 32 oz](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71x9VbJrhvL._AC_SL1000_.jpg) Nalgene Tritan Wide Mouth 32 oz $17.99 on Amazon For hikes from camp, about 1 L per 2 hours. [Buy on Amazon (opens in new tab)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001N7V1QG/ref=nosim?tag=giftsthatland-20) Source: [NPS Yosemite: hiking safety (1 quart every 2 hours)](https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/hikingsafety.htm) 2. **Water treatment**Treat any lake or stream water on the trails.Need itHave it ![LifeStraw Personal Water Filter](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/610MT9qiRyL._SL1000_.jpg) LifeStraw Personal Water Filter $17.95 on Amazon Treat any lake or stream water on the trails. [Buy on Amazon (opens in new tab)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006QF3TW4/ref=nosim?tag=giftsthatland-20) 3. **Food and extra food**Pack trail snacks for hikes from camp.Need itHave it No product pick yet. Bring your own or check with the park. 4. **Navigation: offline map, map and compass**Download an offline map before you lose signal, and carry a paper map and compass as backup.Need itHave it ![Suunto A-10 Compass](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61SgLIozPML._AC_SL1000_.jpg) Suunto A-10 Compass $24.00 on Amazon Download an offline map before you lose signal, and carry a paper map and compass as backup. [Buy on Amazon (opens in new tab)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TRB49PK/ref=nosim?tag=giftsthatland-20) 5. **Headlamp**For dark walks to the restroom.Need itHave it ![Petzl Tikka Headlamp](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71sDmxdaMIL._AC_SL1000_.jpg) Petzl Tikka Headlamp $34.95 on Amazon For dark walks to the restroom. [Buy on Amazon (opens in new tab)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FDLSGR92/ref=nosim?tag=giftsthatland-20) 6. **Sun hat**Open lakeshore and sagebrush trails have little shade.Need itHave it ![Sunday Afternoons Adventure Hat (UPF 50+)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71nSwoKNMCL._AC_SL1000_.jpg) Sunday Afternoons Adventure Hat (UPF 50+) $54.00 on Amazon Open lakeshore and sagebrush trails have little shade. [Buy on Amazon (opens in new tab)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CVYH5FFT/ref=nosim?tag=giftsthatland-20) 7. **Insulation and rain layer**Nights can drop near freezing, and afternoon storms are common.Need itHave it ![FROGG TOGGS Ultra-lite2 Rain Jacket (men’s)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/613vT-iXDWL._AC_SL1000_.jpg) FROGG TOGGS Ultra-lite2 Rain Jacket (men’s) $22.74 on Amazon Nights can drop near freezing, and afternoon storms are common. [Buy on Amazon (opens in new tab)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CKCZOZC/ref=nosim?tag=giftsthatland-20) 8. **First aid kit**For blisters, scrapes and sprains, the most common trail problems.Need itHave it ![Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight/Watertight .5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Tk3JSPj0L._AC_SL1000_.jpg) Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight/Watertight .5 $31.95 on Amazon For blisters, scrapes and sprains, the most common trail problems. [Buy on Amazon (opens in new tab)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DV6PDY9R/ref=nosim?tag=giftsthatland-20) 9. **Fire starter and emergency shelter**Your car and tent are the shelter here. Carry a lighter and a bivvy on longer walks from camp.Need itHave it No product pick yet. Bring your own or check with the park. 10. **Knife or repair kit**For camp chores and gear fixes.Need itHave it No product pick yet. Bring your own or check with the park. ### Nice to have 1. **Warm hat**For cold mornings at the lake.Need itHave it ![Smartwool Thermal Merino Cuffed Beanie](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91teOlZwJSL._AC_SL1000_.jpg) Smartwool Thermal Merino Cuffed Beanie $29.96 on Amazon For cold mornings at the lake. [Buy on Amazon (opens in new tab)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09997PWP7/ref=nosim?tag=giftsthatland-20) 2. **Camp stove**For hot coffee at sunrise.Need itHave it ![MSR PocketRocket 2 Stove](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61RbJPrebyL._AC_SL1000_.jpg) MSR PocketRocket 2 Stove $49.95 on Amazon For hot coffee at sunrise. [Buy on Amazon (opens in new tab)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5O7551/ref=nosim?tag=giftsthatland-20) Prices and stock checked on Amazon on Oct 18, 2026, and may have changed. ## Photos ![A tent at Jenny Lake Campground with Teewinot above](/photos/jenny-lake-campground-1.webp) Photo: [NPS](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Tent,_Jenny_Lake_Campground,_Teewinot_above_\(fd795d3d-155d-451f-67d0-1e4196e9f587\).JPG) · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons ![The Jenny Lake Campground sign](/photos/jenny-lake-campground-2.webp) Photo: [GrandTetonNPS](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sign_Jenny_Lake_Campground_\(1\)_\(54492175513\).jpg) · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons Coordinates **43.7534°N 110.7198°W** Park **Grand Teton National Park, WY** Time now **UTC --:--:--** [](/spots/delicate-arch)[](/spots/devils-garden-campground)[](/spots/kings-peak)[](/spots/mirror-lake-campground)[](/spots/jenny-lake-campground) Use two fingers to move the map **Affiliate disclosure:** As an Amazon Associate, Camp Check earns from qualifying purchases. 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