People taking photos of an elk in winter from a sleigh ride

The landscape and wildlife that comprise the National Elk Refuge offers one of the most iconic experiences in Jackson, WY. The refuge provides opportunities for inspiration and connection to the natural world. Visitors are empowered to make their own connections, build understanding and appreciation, and share their own stories through wildlife photography. 

Whether you wield a telephoto lens or a smartphone, wildlife photography is an activity for every visitor to the Refuge.