National Elk Refuge Tours

There’s a special beauty to Grand Teton National Park in the snowy silence of winter, free of the summertime crowds. On this Grand Teton day trip from Jackson Hole, a guide helps you search for bison and bighorn sheep, and you could also see moose, coyotes, eagles, or even wolves. In addition, visit the National Museum of Wildlife Art as well as the National Elk Refuge, where you ride past herds of powerful elk on a comfortable, horse-drawn sleigh.

Explore Grand Teton National Park and the National Elk Refuge in search of wintering wildlife. After convenient hotel pickup in Jackson Hole and a light breakfast, travel with your guide to search for moose, big horn sheep, bald eagles, elk, and wolves. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and, if visiting between December and March, a horse-drawn sleigh ride through the largest elk heard in North America.

Jackson Hole may be known as a winter sports hub, but skiers and snowboarders often miss the majestic wildlife that make the Tetons truly spectacular. On this half-day wildlife tour, join a naturalist guide on the search for the region's wintering creatures, from elk and bison to bighorn sheep. Take in the natural beauty of the region's mountain ranges, enjoy breaks for scenic photo ops, and refuel with a light breakfast, included.

This half-day wildlife viewing tour takes in the splendor of the National Elk Refuge and Grand Teton National Park. Travel into the great American outdoors with an interpretive guide who shares insightful commentary on the region’s natural and cultural history. Cast your lens on herds of bison, pronghorn,  elk and more. Hotel pickup and drop-off from central Jackson Hole is included.

Enjoy your hot coffee and fresh pastries while en route to a horse drawn sleigh ride on The National Elk Refuge at sunrise. This spectacular setting is home to elk, herds of bison, rocky mountain bighorn sheep, coyotes and eagles. The National Elk Refuge is the wintering ground for thousands of elk that seek the low valley in order to better endure the harsh winter. From there, you will travel into the Grand Teton National Park. Your guide will pick a special place to enjoy a boxed lunch and share their knowledge on the ecosystem and geology. You will continue your day seeing multiple mountain ranges, viewing historic structures and seeing the hidden gems of the area. Our guides will take the time to see what your individual interests are and cater their dialogue to your desires. Guides are well versed in the animals and the scenery but also the history, geology, thermal activity, ecology etc. and they always know the best hiding spots!

Dressed in winter white and bathed in endless sunrise and sunset colors, the Teton Mountain Range offers endless photo opportunities. The tour will start with a beverage of your choice and/or a snack while en route to a horse drawn sleigh ride on The National Elk Refuge. This spectacular setting is home to elk, herds of bison, rocky mountain bighorn sheep, coyotes and eagles. The National Elk Refuge is the wintering ground for thousands of elk that seek the low valley in order to better endure the harsh winter. From there, you will travel into the Grand Teton National Park. Stops may include Gros Ventre, Moose-Wilson Corridor, Pacific Creek, Oxbow Bend, Willow Flats, Pilgrim Creek and/or Colter Bay.