The National Elk Refuge is a prime destination for wildlife viewing, featuring much more than just elk. Besides the massive elk herds, which can number up to 5,000 during winter, visitors may spot other species such as bison, trumpeter swans, bald eagles, and even wolves. A key highlight is the horse-drawn sleigh ride, which offers a magical and close-up experience with the elk in their natural habitat, running from mid-December to early April, depending on weather and herd conditions.

The National Museum of Wildlife Art is home to a vast and impressive collection of over 5,000 cataloged works, representing more than 550 artists. The collection spans from ancient pieces dating back to 2500 B.C. to contemporary works, offering a diverse range of art styles, including realism, modernism, and even explorer art. Featured artists range from historic figures like Karl Bodmer and Albert Bierstadt to modern icons like Picasso and Rembrandt. Situated on a hillside overlooking the National Elk Refuge, the museum blends its art with the natural landscape. Its Sculpture Trail, designed to complement Jackson Hole’s breathtaking scenery, offers visitors an immersive experience, showcasing wildlife sculptures in their natural surroundings.

Set on 80 hectares of park-like grounds, Orana Wildlife Park is New Zealand’s only open range zoo. The Park has been developed as an open range sanctuary for endangered animals, providing them with enclosures as close to their natural habitat as possible. Streams, moats and banks are used as barriers to allow visitors the opportunity to see the animals in a natural manner. Over 400 animals from 70 different species are displayed and there are various daily encounters allowing up close experiences with the animals.