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The Refuge protects critically important habitat for numerous iconic species, including elk, bison, wolves, trumpeter swans, bald eagles, bighorn sheep, and cutthroat trout. The landscape of the Refuge is primarily glacial outwash plain and rolling hills with a narrow, winding creek.
The National Elk Refuge is highly regarded as an iconic place to see wildlife. This is largely due to the limited number of trails and public access areas on the Refuge. The main trail on the Refuge is the nearly 6 mile, paved pathway that runs along beautiful wetland and grassland habitat.
A wildlife refuge located north of Jackson, WY that provides winter habitat for Jackson's elk herd. Seasonal hours of operation are listed on the web site for the Visitor Center, Historic Miller Ranch, and Winter Sleigh Ride tours. Duration: 1-2 hours.
Visit the National Elk Refuge for an unforgettable wildlife experience: a horse-drawn sleigh ride through an elk herd, with elk numbering in the thousands! Hundreds of years ago, elk roamed much of what was now North America, grazing in grasslands, valleys, and foothills all across the continent.
The National Elk Refuge is a Wildlife Refuge located in Jackson Hole in the U.S. state of Wyoming. It was created in 1912 to protect habitat and provide sanctuary for one of the largest elk (also known as wapiti) herds.
Hunting on the National Elk Refuge. Elk, bison, pronghorn, and white-tailed deer are the only species permitted to be hunted on the Refuge. Learn more about specific regulations through the following links: Hunting Brochure (PDF) Harvest Report (PDF) Hunting Permit Review (PDF) How to apply for hunting permits on the National Elk Refuge?
Discover our live WEBCAMS. National Elk Refuge is a wildlife refuge just outside Jackson, a short drive from the Town Square. The Elk Refuge provides shelter for elk herds in the winter, but it is also home for a diverse range of wildlife.
