Around The Park RV

Around the Park RV is an RV rental operation based in Jackson Hole, fitting travelers with rigs for Grand Teton and Yellowstone trips. Pick up the rig at the Jackson base; drive into the parks; sleep at park campgrounds or regional RV parks; return at trip's end. The right fit is travelers wanting the flexibility of an RV trip through both parks without owning the vehicle, or out-of-state visitors flying into Jackson and renting locally instead of driving an RV across the country. The wrong fit is anyone wanting a hotel-and-restaurant trip; this is camping-style travel with a kitchen on wheels.

What you actually rent

RV rental fleet covering smaller campervans and Class C motorhomes for couples and small families up through larger Class A motorhomes for bigger groups. Rentals include the rig, basic kitchen and bath setup, cookware essentials, bedding, and orientation on operation. Optional add-ons can include camping gear, generators (where not built-in), and bike/kayak racks. Rates run nightly with multi-day minimums; insurance and mileage rules vary by rig.

How to plan an RV trip from Jackson

Three planning items that matter more than the rig choice itself. First, campsite reservations: Grand Teton and Yellowstone campgrounds book months ahead for peak summer; secure those before booking the RV. Alpine Valley RV Resort handles overflow nights outside the parks if needed. Second, route plan: Yellowstone is bigger than people expect; a sensible loop runs Grand Teton south-to-north, Yellowstone Lower Loop, then Upper Loop back south, with two to three nights in each region minimum. Third, fuel and supplies: stock at Jackson before the parks; in-park fuel and grocery is limited and expensive.

Honest limits to know

Three honest tradeoffs. First, RV operation has a real learning curve for first-timers; allow a half-day after pickup to get familiar with the rig before driving into the park. Second, peak-summer campsite availability is the constraint, not RV availability; if you cannot get camp reservations, the RV trip falls apart. Third, RV rental pricing plus fuel adds up; for shorter trips, hotel lodging plus a regular rental car can be cheaper than an RV.

Before you go

For first-time RVers, book a one-night shakedown in a Jackson-area RV park before the big park trip. Use that night to figure out the systems (water, waste, slide-out, propane, generator) without the pressure of being in a national park with no cell service to call for support. Practice once close to the rental base, then drive into the parks the next morning with confidence.

Final take

For travelers wanting an RV trip through Grand Teton and Yellowstone with Jackson as the start and end point, Around the Park RV is the local rental option. Plan campsites first, do a shakedown night before the parks, and stock supplies in town before driving in.

FAQ

How early should I book?

Three to six months ahead for peak summer rentals; longer for the most-requested rigs. Off-peak windows have shorter lead times.

Are pets allowed in the RVs?

Most rentals allow pets with policies; confirm at booking, including any cleaning fees.

Do I need an RV license?

A standard driver's license covers most rental rigs; very large Class A motorhomes may have additional requirements. Confirm specifics for the rig you book.

What if something breaks during my trip?

The rental operation provides a support contact for issues; cell service in the parks is variable, so know the support number before you leave the rental base.