Atherton Creek Campground
Atherton Creek Campground is located on Lower Slide Lake. This is a beautiful and quiet camping location where you can quickly and easily get away from the hustle and bustle of Grand Teton National Park and Jackson, but still access those places in less than 30 minutes if you wish. The road access is paved up to the campground and winds through aspen stands with gorgeous views of the Gros Ventre River. Boat and fishing access are excellent for Lower Slide Lake, allowing for great trout fishing and peaceful evenings floating around looking for wildlife.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 15 |
| Standard with electric | 1 |
Site guide
16 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Power | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A01 | Standard | Pull-through | 80 | No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| A03 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| A05 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| A06 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| A07 | Standard | Back-in | 60 | No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| A08 | Standard | Back-in | 55 | No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| A09 | Standard | Back-in | 60 | No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| A10 | Standard | Pull-through | 90 | No | 16 / 3 | Yes |
| A11 | Standard | Back-in | 60 | No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| A12 | Standard | Back-in | 55 | No | 16 / 3 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Single Site: $20 per night, Cash or Check only. Additional Vehicle Fee: $10 per vehicle per night - pay on site, Cash or Check only |
| Dark sky | 0.2 miles from Teton County, a certified International Dark Sky Community |
| Accessibility | It is handicapped accessible |
Atherton Campground has 21 standard sites (16 are available for reservation), suitable for tents and smaller trailers. Vault toilets are provided. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring and bear box.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Bridger-Teton National Forest |
| Booking | There are no reservations for this campground, all of the Bridger-Teton campgrounds are on a "First come, first served basis." |
| Fees | $20/Night for single site, $40/ Night for double site, 20 sites. No reservations. $10 fee for extra 2nd vehicle, no more than 2 vehicles/ site. |
| Rules | Bear Food Storage and Sanitation Order No: 04-00-104 |
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Getting there
From Jackson, drive north on Highway 26/89 into Grand Teton National Park until you reach the GTNP roundabout. From the roundabout take the right exit onto the Gros Ventre Road heading east, passing the community of Kelly. The continue north on the same road and turn right on Forest Service Road #30400.
| Coordinates | 43.6385° N, 110.5221° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Rent Bear Spray ↗ | 16 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 19.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Airstream of Wyoming ↗ | 46.9 mi |
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Explore
Video
CampgroundViews.com - Atherton Creek Campground Kelly (Jackson) Wyoming WY Forest Service
Trails nearby
- 0.6 miGros Ventre Road Snowmobile ↗28.6 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.2 miIww0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 1.2 miGros Ventre Geological Trail0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.3 miHorsetail ↗10.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 1.8 miGros Ventre Connector Snowmo1 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.9 miGv Slide0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.3 miHorsetail Creek Single-Track Motorcycle Area ↗Bridger-Teton National Forest · Season July 1
- 1.3 miHorsetail Creek Trailhead ↗Bridger-Teton National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Caribou-Targhee National Forest, which overlaps Bridger-Teton National Forest.
- inCaribou-Targhee National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,077,758 acres
- inBridger-Teton National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,466,359 acres
- 3.2 miGros Ventre Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 285,619 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Gap Puche CabinBuilding · Kelly · 3.9 mi
- Ramshorn Dude Ranch LodgeBuilding · Moose · 4.3 mi
- Triangle X BarnBuilding · Moose · 9 mi
Natural features
The Bridger-Teton National Forest offer more than 3.4 million acres of public land for your enjoyment. Pristine watersheds, abundant wildlife and immense wildlands, the BTNF comprises a large part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, the largest intact ecosystem in the lower 48 United States.
Recreation
Encompassing a landscape of rivers, mountains, trails and forest roads, the Bridger-Teton National Forest is one of the most popular recreation forests in the nation. Anglers will find populations of cutthroat trout when casting their lines out into the water. Boating, kayaking, paddleboarding and endless miles of hiking trails are within walking distance from the campground.
Nearby
Slide Lake, Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Gros Ventre Wilderness, Gros Ventre Slide Interpretive site & trail
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Atherton Creek Campground?
Sites at Atherton Creek Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. There are no reservations for this campground, all of the Bridger-Teton campgrounds are on a "First come, first served basis." Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Atherton Creek Campground?
Single Site: $20 per night, Cash or Check only. Additional Vehicle Fee: $10 per vehicle per night - pay on site, Cash or Check only
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Atherton Creek Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Atherton Creek Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Atherton Creek Campground have?
16 sites, including 15 standard sites without power and 1 standard site with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Atherton Creek Campground?
Atherton Creek Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Does Atherton Creek Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Atherton Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Atherton Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Atherton Creek Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Bear Food Storage and Sanitation Order No: 04-00-104
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Atherton Creek Campground?
It is handicapped accessible.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Atherton Creek Campground good for stargazing?
Teton County, a certified International Dark Sky Community, is 0.2 miles away. Skies that dark carry for miles; a moonless night here should show the Milky Way.
Source: DarkSky International
What is there to do at Atherton Creek Campground?
Encompassing a landscape of rivers, mountains, trails and forest roads, the Bridger-Teton National Forest is one of the most popular recreation forests in the nation. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation