The Jackson District of the Bridger-Teton National Forest is known for its breath-taking views of
the Teton mountain range, pristine watersheds, and gorgeous wildlands. It’s no wonder so many
couples choose to have their wedding ceremonies here. If you are interested in having your
ceremony here, please consider the following:
1. If group size is to exceed 74 people, you must apply for a Special Use Permit from the
Jackson District Ranger’s Office. No fee is charged for this permit. For groups that exceed
74 people, please complete the (attached) “Bridger-Teton National Forest Wedding Permit
Application for the Jackson Ranger District”. You may mail or email the completed form.
To email, send to rwebb@fs.fed.us or mail to District Ranger’s Office, P.O. Box 1689,
Jackson, WY 83001.
2. If group size is less than 75 people, email the Jackson District Resource Clerk
(rwebb@fs.fed.us) and provide your name, address, telephone number, and date of
ceremony so that we may, as a courtesy, place your event on our calendar to help avoid
other ceremonies from being scheduled at the same time. This does not guarantee your
ceremony will be the only one occurring at the same time, or that no other people will be at
the site, but it is our desire this will help alleviate this from happening as much as possible.
3. Wedding sites are not reserved exclusively for your event. Any event that interferes with
the normal activities of the visitor such as closing or blocking trails, overlooks, parking
areas, or public use facilities is not be allowed.
4. To ensure other visitors can also enjoy the Forest without interference, electronically
amplified sound systems/music and structures (such as large props and/or stages) are not
permitted. Acoustic music is allowed.
5. Please be aware that there are no restroom and/or garbage facilities in undeveloped areas of
the Forest such as the Wedding Tree, Shadow Mountain, and Curtis Canyon. Please plan
accordingly. It is your responsibility for clean-up of the site at the end of the event.
6. All vehicles for the wedding party and guests must drive on designated routes in accordance
with the Bridger-Teton Motor Vehicle Use Map. Vehicles cannot be parked in a manner
that obstructs the road. Depending on the site you choose for your ceremony, parking may
be limited. We encourage carpooling and/or shuttling as much as possible.
7. The current Bridger-Teton National Forest Service Food Storage Order must be followed at
all times, as well as compliance with all federal, state, county, and municipal laws,
ordinances, and regulations which are applicable to the area. Aircraft are not authorized to
land on the Jackson District of the Bridger-Teton National Forest.
8. Feel free to contact the Resource Clerk at 307-739-5526 with any questions and/or concerns.
Welcome to the Bridger-Teton National Forest
We hope that your visit to the Jackson Ranger District is a memorable one. Please be safe
and do your part to respect the land, wildlife and other people
1. Where can I use my MOTOR VEHICLE? Ride or drive only on designated routes
shown on the Motor Vehicle Use Map. Your cooperation will help protect road and trail
surfaces, reduce resource impacts, and retain the abundance and diversity of wildlife
Jackson Hole is known for. (CFR 261.13).
If you have an off road vehicle, the State of Wyoming requires a permit to use roads and
trails enrolled in the State ORV program. Permits can be obtained from many vendors in
the Jackson and Moran area. All funding goes back into trail maintenance and education
programs to benefit ORV riders. (CFR 261.15(i))
2. Are there BEARS? Yes. Both grizzly and black bear activity has increased in this area.
Food storage regulations apply to much of the Bridger-Teton National Forest (all of
Blackrock Ranger District and all of Jackson Ranger District except for Willow Creek area
½ mile south of the Hoback River). Keep people and bears safe by maintaining a clean
camp and keep attractants unavailable to bears. (CFR 261.58(cc))
3. Can I have a CAMPFIRE? Yes, but choose campsite with a pre-existing fire ring. Never
leave your fire unattended. Have plenty of water available to put out your fire. Completely
extinguish your fire at night and before you leave camp. Many forest fires have started
from abandoned campfires that were not completely put out. (CFR 261.5(d))
4. Let’s talk TRASH and POOP. Undeveloped forest areas have no bathrooms or garbage
facilities. Please don’t burn glass and metal in your campfire. Pack it out. (CFR 261.11(b))
Dig cat holes to bury human waste at least 100 feet from water sources. Leaving exposed
human waste and toilet paper is unsanitary and ruins the experience for others. (CFR
261.11(b))
5. How long can I STAY? The maximum length of occupancy at any site is five days in
most areas of the Jackson Ranger District from May 1 Labor Day. Camping is prohibited
in the Snake River corridor (except in developed campgrounds) and in areas near the
towns of Jackson and Wilson. After 5 days, a minimum of 30 days is required before
returning to another campsite on the District. Living on the Forest is prohibited. This gives
everyone an opportunity to use the area. (CFR 261.58(a))
6. PLAY, CLEAN, GO. Help prevent the spread of invasive plants and animals. Clean your
vehicle and gear before entering and when leaving the area. Clean and dry fishing gear to
prevent aquatic invasive species. Use only certified weed-free hay. (CFR 261.58(t))
7. Recreational Shooting. Target shooting is permitted in many areas but responsible,
safe use is essential to maintain access for this activity. Know your backdrop. Do not shoot
across roads, trails, and bodies of water or near residential areas and campgrounds.
Explosives or exploding targets are not allowed. Bring a target don’t shoot trees, signs or
other natural features and please, pack out trigger trash. Shooting is not permitted in the
Swinging Bridge area. (CFR 261.52(b), 261.10(d)).
Questions? Contact the Forest Service THANK YOU !
Jackson Ranger District (307) 739-5400 Website: www.fs.usda.gov/btnf/
CAMPFIRES Don’t Risk starting a Forest Fire !
PUT IT DEAD OUT!
1. Add water
2. Stir it up
3. Touch it
3 second rule-
if you can’t hold your hand in the
fires ash for longer than 3 seconds…
its not out!
Food Storage
Coolers are NOT bear
resistant. Store in
vehicle
Download free travel maps and the Avenza app
to successfully navigate travel routes at:
http://www.fs.usda.gov/main/btnf/maps-pubs
Bridger-Teton National Forest Wedding Permit Application for
the Jackson Ranger District
Applicants' Information
1. Bride's Name:
2. Groom's Name:
3. Primary Contact's Name:
4. Primary Contact's Email:
5. Phone Number:
6. Home Address:
Event Details
1. Date of Event:
2. Beginning Time: Ending Time:
3. How many people will be attending?
4. Location Description:
5. Road, Area, Mountain, or Drainage: (if your ceremony is to be held in a remote/less well-know
location, please include a map showing requested area or route)
6. Vehicle parking locations: (vehicles must stay on designated routes only)
7. What shuttle arrangements are being made?
8. How many vehicles will be parked at the ceremony site?
9. What accommodations are made for toilet use?
Forest Service land is not reservable. Tent rental and the sale of alcohol/liquor is prohibited.
Feel free to contact the Resource Clerk at 307-739-5526 with any questions.
Please complete, save, and email or mail the completed application to
rwebb@fs.fed.us
or by mail:
Jackson Ranger District
Attn: Wedding Permits
PO Box 1689
Jackson, WY 83001