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National Elk Refuge


Jackson, Wyoming

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In winter, visitors here can ride a horse-drawn sleigh into the protected winter range of a 10,000-head herd of elk. The refuge offers supplemental feeding to the animals, many of which migrate south from Yellowstone. 24,700 acres [9,995.7 hectares]. Facilities include hiking, fishing, scenic drives, winter visitor center. Open year-round, dawn to dusk. Adjoins Grand Teton NP on south. +1 307 733 9212.





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