4-Day Yellowstone & Grand Teton Tesla Camping Trip

Tuesday Night (Sept 2) – Final Prep

10:00 PM – Plug in Tesla (98% charge overnight)
Pack all gear and stage by front door
Complete Trader Joe's run if needed
Download offline maps for backup
Check weather forecast

Wednesday (Sept 3) – Travel Day

🎯 Goal: Post Falls → Henry's Lake camping

📍 Henry's Lake Camping
🗺️ View Henry's Lake on Google Maps
GPS: 44.6572, -111.3581

Morning Departure

11:00 AM – Final gear check and depart Post Falls, ID
Route: I-90 W → I-15 S → US-20 W
~380 miles | ~6 hours driving

Evening Arrival

~5:00–6:00 PM (PST) – West Yellowstone Supercharger stop
Top off to ~90% battery
Grab dinner supplies if needed
6:00–6:30 PM – Drive to Henry's Lake (~20 min)
Scout lakeside dispersed camping (East Shore preferred)
Secure secluded spot with lake view

📍 West Yellowstone Supercharger
🗺️ View Supercharger Location on Google Maps
GPS: 44.6605, -111.1038

Evening Setup

7:00 PM – Set up Tesla Camp Mode (60°F, window covers)
8:00 PM – Cook simple dinner (beef or bacon/jerky)
9:00 PM – Relax by lake, photography, settle in
10:00 PM – Early rest for sunrise

Thursday (Sept 4) – Yellowstone Adventure + Jenny Lake Bike & Charge

🎯 Goal: Henry's Lake sunrise → Yellowstone exploration → Jenny Lake charge & bike → Shadow Mountain

Early Morning

6:00 AM – Wake up, coffee + bacon/eggs breakfast
6:30–7:30 AM – Watch sunrise over Henry's Lake 📸
7:30 AM – Break camp, pack Tesla

📍 Henry's Lake Sunrise Spot
🗺️ View Henry's Lake on Google Maps
GPS: 44.6572, -111.3581 | Best sunrise views from east shore

Yellowstone Optional Stops

8:00 AM – Drive to West Yellowstone entrance
8:30 AM – Enter Yellowstone National Park
9:00 AM–1:00 PM – Optional Yellowstone stops:

Optional Yellowstone Stops (Click to Open in Maps)

Firehole Canyon Drive (GPS: 44.6788, -110.8419) Midway Geyser Basin (Grand Prismatic) (GPS: 44.5251, -110.8380) Old Faithful (GPS: 44.4605, -110.8281) West Thumb Geyser Basin (GPS: 44.4158, -110.5739) Yellowstone Lake Pullouts (GPS: 44.4158, -110.5739) Oxbow Bend / Jackson Lake Scenic Stops (GPS: 43.8634, -110.5977)

Jenny Lake - Charge & Bike

1:00–2:00 PM – Drive to Jenny Lake Visitor Center
Park & plug into Level 2 J-1772 charging station
Use Tesla J-1772 adapter (~20-25 miles range/hour)

📍 Park + Charge

Location: South Jenny Lake Visitor Center

Charging: Level 2 J-1772 stations (approx 6–7 kW)

Tesla Adapter: Bring your J-1772 adapter (comes with the car)

Charge Rate: ~20–25 miles of range per hour

🚲 Jenny Lake to Chapel of the Transfiguration Route

Distance: ~8 miles one way (~16 miles round trip)

Surface: Smooth paved multi-use pathway, mostly flat with gentle rollers

Scenery: Sweeping Teton views, sagebrush meadows, and the Snake River

Start Point: South Jenny Lake Visitor Center – charging stations, restrooms, lake access

Key Stops Along the Way (North to South)

1. Teton Glacier Turnout (~3 mi south of Jenny Lake)
Unobstructed view of Grand Teton and its glacier
Fantastic quick photo stop with rugged peaks as backdrop

2. Taggart Lake Trailhead (~5 mi south)
Restrooms and water available
Optional short walk for meadows and stunning Teton views
Great mid-ride rest stop

3. Snake River Bridge Overlook (~7.5 mi south)
Cross the Snake River; open valley vistas with the Tetons in the distance
One of the best panoramic photo spots of the entire ride

4. Chapel of the Transfiguration (Turnaround Point)
Historic log chapel with the iconic altar window framing the Grand Teton
Open to visitors; a peaceful and photogenic stop
Nearby Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor Center (restrooms, water, exhibits) and Dornan's for food

🔋 Syncing Ride + Charging

If you arrive with ~40–50% and want a comfortable buffer for the night at Shadow Mountain:

2-2.5 hr ride = ~40-50 miles of added charge

Plenty to cover your drive into Jackson area, camp overnight with Camp Mode, and hit the Jackson Supercharger the next morning

Why This Ride is Special:
• Ends at one of Grand Teton's most iconic and peaceful landmarks
• Constant Teton Range views and easy access to facilities along the way
• Flexible ride length: ~16 miles RT; can be extended further south if desired

Bike Ride: Jenny Lake to Chapel of the Transfiguration

16-mile round trip ride to Chapel of the Transfiguration
Photo stops at Teton Glacier Turnout (3 mi)
Rest stop at Taggart Lake Trailhead (5 mi)
Photos at Snake River Bridge Overlook (7.5 mi)
Visit Chapel of the Transfiguration (turnaround point)

Journey to Gros Ventre Campground

4:00–5:00 PM – Return from bike ride, unplug Tesla
Optional: Stop at Jackson Supercharger for charging if needed
5:00–6:00 PM – Drive to Gros Ventre Campground
Check in at Site 11, EC (Check-in: 12:00 PM available)
Set up camp at reserved site
Evening – Cook dinner at campsite, watch sunset

📍 Gros Ventre Campground Reservation

Campground: Gros Ventre Campground, Grand Teton National Park

Site: 11, EC

Check-in: Thursday, Sep 4, 2025 at 12:00 PM

Check-out: Friday, Sep 5, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Benefits: Established campground with facilities, guaranteed site, no need to search for dispersed camping

📍 Jenny Lake Visitor Center
🗺️ View Jenny Lake on Google Maps
GPS: 43.7544, -110.7276 | J-1772 Charging + Bike Trail Access

📍 Gros Ventre Campground
🗺️ View Gros Ventre Campground on Google Maps
GPS: 43.6542, -110.6927 | Reserved Site 11, EC

Friday (Sept 5) – Morning Bike Ride to Mormon Row Barns

🎯 Goal: Sunrise bike ride to iconic Moulton Barns, then explore Grand Teton

Early Morning Sunrise Ride

Leave 45-60 min before sunrise – Early departure from Gros Ventre Campground
Bike lights/headlight and bright clothing for visibility
Exit campground and turn west (left) onto Gros Ventre Road
Ride ~3 miles toward Kelly with early Teton views
Turn right (north) on Mormon Row/Antelope Flats Road
Pedal 2-3 miles to Moulton Barns Historic District
Sunrise photography at John or T.A. Moulton barns

🚴 Gros Ventre to Mormon Row Barns Route

Distance: ~7–8 miles one way (~14–16 miles round trip)

Road Surface: All paved roads

Elevation: Mostly flat with gentle rolling hills; very manageable

Step-by-Step Directions

1. Exit Gros Ventre Campground: Turn west (left) onto Gros Ventre Road

2. Head toward Kelly/Highway 89: Ride ~3 miles on Gros Ventre Road; early Teton views across sage flats

3. Turn Right on Mormon Row Road: At intersection with Antelope Flats Rd, turn right (north) toward Mormon Row Historic District

4. Continue to Barns: Pedal ~2–3 miles; barns will be obvious on your left (west side) with pull-offs for photos

Timing for Sunrise Magic

Leave camp 45–60 minutes before sunrise for relaxed ride and prime positioning. Early light makes the Tetons glow and casts beautiful light on the barns.

Safety & Tips

• Minimal traffic early morning, but ride single-file and stay right
• Use headlight/taillight if leaving before dawn
• Keep distance from bison and pronghorn in the flats
• Bring camera for classic postcard Teton view

Return & Morning Activities

Return ride to Gros Ventre Campground (same route)
9:00-11:00 AM – Pack up campsite (check-out by 11:00 AM)
Load Tesla and prepare for day's exploration

📍 Oxbow Bend
🗺️ View Oxbow Bend on Google Maps
GPS: 43.8634, -110.5977 | Mt. Moran reflection photography spot

Afternoon Activities

11:00 AM–12:00 PM – Drive to Jenny Lake for charging and lunch
Plug into J-1772 charging station at Jenny Lake Visitor Center
12:00–2:00 PM – Lunch break and relaxation at Jenny Lake
Enjoy lakeside views while Tesla charges
2:00–5:00 PM – Drive toward West Yellowstone
Stop at West Yellowstone Supercharger for final charge
Evening – Drive to Henry's Lake for camping
Set up dispersed camping at Henry's Lake (same area as Wednesday)

📍 Henry's Lake Camping (Friday Night)
🗺️ View Henry's Lake on Google Maps
GPS: 44.6572, -111.3581 | Return to same lakeside dispersed camping area

Saturday (Sept 6) – Return Journey

🎯 Goal: Henry's Lake → Post Falls by 3:00 PM

Early Departure

6:00 AM – Wake up at Henry's Lake
Quick breakfast and break camp
6:30 AM – Depart Henry's Lake for Post Falls
Route: US-20 E → I-15 N → I-84 W → I-90 E
Mid-trip charging stop (Idaho Falls or Twin Falls area)
3:00 PM – Arrive home in Post Falls

✅ 4-Day Yellowstone & Grand Teton Tesla Camping Trip

🛒 Tuesday Morning Super 1 Shopping List

🧳 Packing Checklist – Tuesday Night (Sept 2)

🚗 Tesla Prep

🍖 Food & Cooking

🛏 Sleep & Comfort

👕 Clothing (4 days)

🚴 Biking Gear

🧼 Personal Items

🔐 Safety & Security

📅 Day-by-Day Itinerary