Jackson Hole is famous for waist-deep powder, amazing local restaurants, stunning mountain vistas, and so much more. But often hidden from view are the stories of Jackson Hole as an authentic American wilderness.

Did you know that Jackson Hole sits within the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem; one of the largest intact temperate ecosystems on the planet? Not only is it possible to see a grizzly bear, wolf, moose, elk, pronghorn, bighorn sheep, and bison, it is feasible to see all of these species within a single day!

From the incredible migration story of an individual deer, to the sweeping establishment of America’s most iconic National Parks, Jackson Hole and its surrounding landscape boasts unique stories of wildlife and wildland protections. It’s these stories which have enshrined our valley as a global destination for wildlife-enthusiasts of all kinds.

We believe the more you learn about a place, the deeper your connection to place may become. Click on a wildlife success story to learn more!