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SATXJeep · 02-16-2017, 11:13 AM

Heading north from San Antonio TX this summer to visit the above parks!

I've booked a site at Grizzly RV in West Yellowstone for 6/5-6/9. I was hoping to stay in Coulter Village in Grand Teton but the full electric sites are already booked for times that would match up with Grizzly. Might try the first come/first served area but would feel better having reservations.

Any input on recommended RV parks to try?

Thanks

DrPhil · 02-16-2017, 01:23 PM

Thems are the best! Did this combo myself last year.

**TonyDi** · 02-16-2017, 02:09 PM

If you don't have reservations for Glacier NP you can't go wrong with Columbia Falls RV park. It is a very well maintained park and the host and hostess were more then helpful. I would even say they went out of their way to help us. That was two years ago and we will be back there again this summer.

twogypsies · 02-16-2017, 02:44 PM

When leaving W. Yellowstone (early morning) stop at Colter Bay RV and they just might have a cancellation and if you're there in the morning you just might get it. Also keep checking until that time. People always cancel. If still no go, head down to Gros Ventre campground in the park. It's dry camping but you have enough tank space to last at least a week. They do have water fill and a dump station. There are 300 non-reservable sites and a few electric but you have to ask specifically for them. It's in a nice part of the park and close to Jackson if you want to do anything there, including large grocery stores. We love Gros Ventre.

Robmat · 02-16-2017, 03:35 PM

I stayed did Glacier National Park last August. Stayed right outside the entrance at the St. Mary's / East Glacier KOA on the East side of the park. Easy access to the Going to the Sun road and the other entrances. Nice sites and near everything. Had a nice dinner at the Cattle Baron Supper Club in Babb, MT. A little over a half hour north and you're in Canada.

4everide · 02-16-2017, 03:42 PM

I have stayed at the KOA in West Glacier. Beautiful campground and they have expanded with some great sites for big rigs. Not cheep but a very quiet park.

DenverTransplant · 02-16-2017, 03:52 PM

The powered sites at Coulter Bay disappear really quickly so if you want to try there, be there early. Another place to consider is the Headwaters Lodge/Campground at Flagg Ranch. Its between Teton and Yellowstone and has a large RV campground with full hook ups. We reserved a spot in mid July for 8 nights around a month ago. You are close to Teton, but its about a half hour to the Yellowstone South Entrance. Also no cell service or internet so prepare to be off the grid.

SATXJeep · 02-16-2017, 05:40 PM

Thanks for all the info! Really looking forward to this trip and finally seeing this part of the country

DrPhil · 02-16-2017, 08:41 PM

X2 for St. Mary's KOA, East Glacier.

Maddawg46 · 02-16-2017, 08:46 PM

Be aware that on the east side entrance of Glacier Park is all Blackfoot Indian reservation. Don't speed and be wary of staying in the last town, Browning, before St. Mary's. High crime. Also make reservations now. There is also a nice KOA just outside the west entrance. You cannot drive an RV over 20 ft on Going to the Sun highway. Take your car or rent one. Stunning views. The only place in the Country that I have been back to 5 times. It is truly the most beautiful place in the Country. I live near Yosemite, and there is no comparison.
MAKE RESERVATIONS NOW.