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Elk Bugling and Wildlife Viewing

Posted on: September 17th, 2019 by thcAdmin No Comments

With the coming of Fall, animals in Jackson are on the move in while readying for the coming winter. It is a great time of year for catching the elk bugling and wildlife viewing from Jackson North through Yellowstone National Park. The elk are in rut, the distinct shrill of the bull elks mating call can be heard in their attempt to lure  mates. Bulls are courting their harems throughout the valley by “bugling.” Early mornings and evenings are best for wildlife viewing.

Guided tours are available, an experienced local guide can be the key to a successful safari. Sunrise or Sunset wildlife safaris are available and last about 4 hours. Geology and local history of the area are incorporated into the tour.  Participants walk away with a greater understanding of the valley and the forces that shaped it.

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Early morning balloon flights can be another way to take in the herds that are moving along the West bank of the Snake river in the Teton Village area. You can observe the elk herds from above, while comfortably floating in a hot air balloon. The foliage only adds to the experience once the colors begin to change throughout the valley.

Miller House

Posted on: August 23rd, 2019 by thcAdmin No Comments

The Miller House in Jackson Hole is a historical landmark. Located on what is now the National Elk Refuge. The Miller Cabin complex consists of three buildings that were the residence of Robert A. Miller, the first superintendent of Teton National Monument. A house, a barn and a cabin built by Miller. The property was eventually transferred to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in what became the . The buildings are a component of the closely related Grace and Robert Miller Ranch.

Robert Miller was born in  in 1863, and took up permanent residence in 1885, settling on land along Flat Creek. A prominent local citizen, Miller helped to organize the town of Jackson, Wyoming in 1901. He was the president of the local bank. His wife served two terms as mayor of Jackson in the 1920s.
Miller House National Elk Refuge Jackson Hole
The original cabin was Miller’s home during his time with the Forest Service. The adjoining two story house was used as the headquarters for the National Elk Refuge in its early years. Follow Broadway East from the Town Square to the National Elk Refuge Road. Go left and follow the road 3/4 mile to the Miller House on your Left. You can tour the house daily from 10am to 4pm, there is a small gift shop on site. Admission is free.

String Lake

Posted on: September 26th, 2017 by thcAdmin No Comments

String Lake is located in Grand Teton National Park. The trail head is accessed at the south end of String Lake via the String Lake parking area. The trail provides access to Jenny, Leigh & String lakes, Hidden Falls, Inspiration Point, Cascade and Paintbrush canyons. The lake is located at the base of Mount Saint John, and connects Leigh Lake to Jenny Lake. You can branch out, if you want, and create various loops by linking different segments of trail to thoroughly explore the area’s entire trail network.

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Circling String Lake itself provides a hike of just less than 3.5 miles with just under 600′ in elevation gain. The trail’s elevation gain occurs along the backside of the lake. As the trail meanders west along the very base of the Tetons, wonderful views of the area abound. The water tends to be fairly warm due to the lake’s shallowness. Bring a swim suit and a towel so you can take a dip. The water’s clarity is unsurpassed. The lake is quite shallow.

String Lake has always been a great place to kayak or canoe on calm waters. In recent years the lake has become quite popular with Stand Up Paddle Boarders. You can rent watercraft at at Dornan’s, located near the Moose visitors center. Inner tubes are fun to take out as well. On the weekends it can get a little crowded, locals come out in good numbers.

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To get there, turn west off the Teton Park Road at the North Jenny Lake Junction and continue roughly 1.5 miles to the String Lake Trailhead. There is a large parking area, it will fill up at mid afternoon during peak season.

Fly Jackson Hole Aerial Tours

Posted on: October 23rd, 2015 by thcAdmin No Comments

Fly Jackson Hole aerial tours in a propeller driven plane. Experience Jackson Hole from the air. Seeing the valley from the air in an intimate environment is very unique. Flight times can be arranged throughout the day, with multiple tour options available. Photo opportunities abound. If you are “all thumbs,” a professional photographer can be hired to ride along and capture the experience for you.

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No matter what the season is, you can take to the air, tours are available all year long. Repeat visitors to the area can take take in aerial views of this dramatic landscape at different times of year. Flights can accommodate up to seven passengers. If you are looking for a uniquely romantic experience, take in the alpenglow, with a sunset tour. Scenic flights are well worth piecing into your Jackson Hole adventure, hot air ballooning and glider flights are also available in the area.

For more information on scenic flights over Jackson Hole or other activities, please contact us.

Big Red Tours

Posted on: September 3rd, 2013 by thcAdmin No Comments

Big Red Tours  is an open top double-decker bus now offering tours of Jackson Hole. The experience is awesome. Sitting in the open air upper deck gives one a fresh new perspective on the world. Big Red allows tour participants to concentrate on the the beauty of the park and the surrounding environment by never having their views interrupted by oncoming traffic. You would never think of this, but with the elevated you do not really observe other vehicles on the road resulting in reduced stress levels which enhance the overall experience exponentially.  Wildlife can be easily spotted at a distance and observed from the upper deck, while the lower level provides an enclosed experience with large viewing windows giving participants shelter from the elements.

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Sit back and take in the sites with Big Red Tours. They are available for group events, weddings and other special occasions as well. Honestly, after living in Jackson for over 15 years, this is one of the most enjoyable times I have ever had touring around the area. I highly encourage taking advantage of this new and unique way to experience Jackson Hole. Since the upper deck is open air, it provides an excellent platform for photos.