Jackson sunrise wildlife tour: Moose, elk and bears at dawn

Moose at first light, mountains glowing pink, a guide who knows where the animals move

A small-group or private sunrise wildlife tour departing from Jackson Hole hotels into Grand Teton National Park, with a local guide, high-powered scopes and stops at Schwabacher Landing and Oxbow Bend. The tour runs 4 to 5 hours and includes hotel pickup, bottled water and snacks. You choose between winter and summer departures at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunrise wildlife safari in Grand Teton

• Early-morning pickup from Jackson Hole
• Travel to sunrise spots like Schwabacher Landing
• View wildlife with high-powered scopes
• Visit Oxbow Bend and Mormon Row
• Enjoy mountain views and peaceful lakes
• Return to Jackson Hole

The experience

You're picked up from your Jackson Hole hotel before dawn and driven into Grand Teton while the landscape is still quiet. The guide takes you to Schwabacher Landing and Oxbow Bend: spots where calm water mirrors the Teton peaks in soft pink light and animals move through the landscape as the park wakes. This is the hour when moose, elk, bison, foxes, eagles and bears are most active, and the guide knows which valleys and meadows to watch.

High-powered scopes and binoculars come with you, so distance doesn't matter. The guide handles the tracking and positioning, and you stay warm in the vehicle between stops. The pace is relaxed. There's no rushing between viewpoints, and the guide offers insights about behavior, habitat and what you're seeing as it unfolds. Photographers get the soft morning light they need. Anyone who just wants to watch wildlife gets the same access without the pressure to shoot.

Bottled water and snacks are included, and the tour wraps by mid-morning. Winter and summer departures operate on different schedules and wildlife patterns. You pick which one suits your trip when you book.

What’s included

• Early-morning hotel pickup and drop-off in Jackson Hole.
• high-powered scopes and binoculars for wildlife viewing.
• bottled water and snacks.
• a local guide leading a small group or private tour depending on your booking choice.

Options for this experience

2 options

Sunrise wildlife safari in summerGuide in English · Available from 1 Dec · 07:00Our Grand Teton National Park tour takes you through one of the most distinctive and protected areas on the planet. Scan the rugged landscape for wild animals and enjoy the striking scenery and towering mountains. Pickup is included.

Sunrise wildlife safari in winterGuide in English · Available from 1 Dec · 07:00Our Grand Teton National Park tour takes you through one of the most distinctive and protected areas on the planet. Scan the rugged landscape for wild animals and enjoy the striking scenery and towering mountains. Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (8 and older) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 8 · max 7 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 43 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by Grizzly Country Wildlife Adventures

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see wildlife in the hour when they're most active and the mountains are lit by sunrise, without arranging your own transportation or gear. The guide handles the tracking and positioning, so you watch instead of search.

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Top questions

What animals am I likely to see on the Jackson sunrise wildlife tour?

Moose, elk, bison, foxes, eagles and bears all move through Grand Teton in the early morning hours when this tour operates. The guide uses high-powered scopes to spot them at distance and tracks where they're most active based on the season and weather.

Do I need my own binoculars or camera gear for this tour?

No. High-powered scopes and binoculars are provided, and the guide positions you for the best view. Photographers bring their own cameras if they want to shoot, but the equipment for spotting and tracking is included.

What's the difference between the winter and summer wildlife sunrise safari options?

Winter and summer departures operate on different schedules and encounter different wildlife patterns and behavior. You choose which season matches your trip dates when you book. Both include the same guide, gear and hotel pickup.

How early do I need to wake up for the Jackson Hole sunrise tour?

The tour departs before dawn from your hotel, so pickup happens in the early morning hours. The exact time depends on the season and sunrise timing, which the operator confirms when you book.

Is this tour suitable for kids or people who aren't very fit?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels and welcomes children ages 8 and up. Most of the wildlife viewing happens from the vehicle or at short stops with minimal walking, and the pace is relaxed throughout the 4 to 5 hours.

What should I bring or wear on the sunrise wildlife tour?

Dress warmly and in layers. The air is crisp at dawn and the tour operates in all weather conditions. Bring a camera if you want to photograph, but binoculars and scopes are provided. Bottled water and snacks are included.