Place

Colter Bay Marina & Boat Launch

Visitors preparing to go canoeing on Jackson Lake from the Colter Bay Marina. Standing on dock with life jackets on.
Canoes at Colter Bay

Quick Facts

Wheelchair Accessible, Canoe/Kayak/Small Boat Launch, Ferry - Passenger, Fishing Licenses Issued, Gifts/Souvenirs/Books

Location: Colter Bay Village is located west of US 89/191/287 about 10 miles north of Moran Junction. The Village offers a complete complement of visitor services including a visitor center, lodging, restaurants, camping, RV park, groceries, laundry, showers, and more. The marina is full service with boat launch, store, fuel and boat rentals.

Notes: The ramp is paved and accesses a sheltered bay. During low water summers, the boat ramp may become inoperable since Colter Bay is an artificial body of water.

Visit the Grand Teton Lodge Co. website for more information.

Regulations

All boats including paddleboards launched in Grand Teton National Park must have a park permit. Purchase permits at the permits desk in the Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor Center in Moose or the Colter Bay permits office. More information on park boat regulations.

Boat inspections required for all boats entering Wyoming between March 1 and November 30 for Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS). Boat owners must buy a decal to support this program. AIS inspection stations near Moose and Moran. Decals available at Snake River Anglers in Dornans or at the Colter Bay Marina; and other Wyoming Game and Fish outlets. More information on state boat regulations.

Grand Teton National Park

Last updated: January 19, 2021