Bison and Teton Mountains

When to See Wildlife in Grand Teton National Park and Jackson Hole

Bison and Teton Mountains

Below I’ve listed out the best times of the year to see the most requested wildlife in Jackson Hole, Wyoming and Grand Teton National Park. I’ve described the reasoning for those times of the year, as well as areas that those particular animals frequently are seen. Keep in mind that nature works on its own schedule, so even though a box might be marked as red (not a good time to see it) you can still see it.… Keep reading...

Resting Marmot

Tired Marmot

Resting Marmot

While hiking Paintbrush Canyon in Grand Teton National Park last weekend, I came across my first two marmots of the season. One in particular didn’t really seem to care that I was there. It was pretty tired and just wanted to lie on his boulder.… Keep reading...

Cautious Marmot

Curious Marmot in Grand Teton National Park

Cautious Marmot
A marmot cautiously peers from behind a boulder in Paintbrush Canyon of Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming.

Hike pretty much anywhere in Grand Teton National Park and you’re bound to see marmots running all over the place; mostly away from you. I enjoy seeing them every time because watching them run always puts a smile on my face if for no other reason than it’s simply more of a waddle.… Keep reading...