Winter Wildlife and Ancient Petroglyphs: A Day in Grand Teton from Teton Village

TETON VILLAGE GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE

Winter Wildlife and Ancient Petroglyphs: A Day in Grand Teton from Teton Village

An eight-hour guided winter tour from Teton Village that combines Grand Teton wildlife viewing, the National Bighorn Sheep Interpretive Center, lunch in Dubois, and a viewing of prehistoric Shoshone petroglyphs.

Winter Wildlife and Ancient Petroglyphs: A Day in Grand Teton from Teton Village.

Duration
8 Hours
Location
Teton Village
Operator
BrushBuck Wildlife Tours Inc.
Category
Guided Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

This winter outing from Teton Village visits Grand Teton National Park with a professional guide to observe a wide range of wildlife—bighorn sheep, bison and more—stop at the National Bighorn Sheep Interpretive Center, share a warming lunch in Dubois, and finish with a viewing of ancient Native American petroglyphs.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE WILDLIFE

High-concentration winter wildlife viewing

The tour focuses on winter wildlife in Grand Teton National Park, where guides point out species often seen on the route—bighorn sheep (sometimes 200–300 in winter), bison, elk, moose, mule deer, wolves, bald and golden eagles, pronghorn and coyotes—against the Teton Range.

THE LEARNING

National Bighorn Sheep Interpretive Center

A scheduled stop at the National Bighorn Sheep Interpretive Center offers dioramas with full-scale taxidermy mounts that recreate bighorn habitat, interactive exhibits on wildlife management and special adaptations of wild sheep, and wildlife films.

THE CULTURE

Prehistoric Shoshone petroglyphs

After lunch in Dubois, the itinerary includes viewing prehistoric Shoshone Native American petroglyphs that are thousands of years old, adding a cultural and historical counterpoint to the day's wildlife focus.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

You’ll be picked up from your accommodations and travel from Jackson Hole into Grand Teton National Park on a scenic winter drive, stopping frequently to watch and photograph wildlife with commentary from an expert guide; the day includes a stop at the interpretive center, a warming lunch in Dubois, and a visit to ancient petroglyphs before returning.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who gets the most from this trip

1
Wildlife enthusiastsIdeal for travelers focused on winter wildlife viewing and photography—guides seek out bighorn sheep, bison and other species and provide interpretation throughout the day.
2
Curious learnersFits those interested in natural history and wildlife management, with a stop at the National Bighorn Sheep Interpretive Center for exhibits and films.
3
Culture and history seekersSuitable for travelers who want to pair wildlife viewing with a cultural visit to prehistoric Shoshone petroglyphs.
4
Day-trip visitors based in Teton Village/Jackson HoleA practical full-day option for visitors staying in Teton Village or Jackson Hole—pickup is arranged from your accommodations and the tour lasts about eight hours.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Season

This is a winter tour operating in Grand Teton National Park; expect winter driving and cold conditions during the outing.

What to Bring

Dress for winter weather—warm layers, insulated outerwear and footwear recommended for wildlife viewing in cold conditions; plan for an all-day outing.

Logistics

Operator arranges pickup from your accommodations; the day includes drives through Grand Teton National Park, a stop at the interpretive center, lunch in Dubois, and a petroglyph visit.

Duration & Pace

The tour runs approximately eight hours and is paced around wildlife viewing stops, an interpretive center visit and a midday lunch.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the tour?

The tour is approximately 8 hours in duration.

Where does the tour begin?

The operator arranges pickup from your accommodations in the Teton Village/Jackson Hole area.

What wildlife might we see?

Common wildlife encountered in winter includes bighorn sheep (it is not uncommon to see 200–300 in winter), bison, elk, moose, mule deer, wolves, bald and golden eagles, pronghorn and coyotes.

Is there a stop for food?

Yes—the itinerary includes a stop for lunch at a restaurant in Dubois, Wyoming.

What cultural sites are included?

The tour includes a visit to prehistoric Shoshone Native American petroglyphs that are thousands of years old.

Who operates this tour?

The tour is operated by BrushBuck Wildlife Tours Inc.