Jackson Hole
Elk, Exploration, and an Epic Upgrade: The National Elk Refuge is Getting a Makeover
The National Elk Refuge is gearing up for an exciting $39 million upgrade to its visitor center, and this isn’t just a fresh coat of paint — we’re talking about a complete transformation designed to inspire, educate, and make your visits even more unforgettable. After all, when you’ve got 500,000 human visitors and thousands of majestic elk dropping by every winter, it’s only fitting that the space be as awe-inspiring as the wildlife it celebrates. The current visitor center is ...
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Holiday Events in Jackson Hole
Photo credit: Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce / Orijin Media With Thanksgiving over, the Christmas season is now in full swing! Whether you’re visiting to ski or just planning a holiday getaway, Jackson is always the place to be. December always fills up fast with so many holiday activities, so here are five upcoming events in Jackson, WY, courtesy of the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce. Holiday Spectacular Ice Show - Enchanted Christmas and ice skating go hand in hand, crea...
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When Will the Yellowstone Eruption Happen?
On July 24, 2024, Yellowstone exploded. Or at least, one particular locale within Yellowstone National Park (Biscuit Basin) experienced a hydrothermal event that shot rocks three feet wide hundreds of feet in the air and destroyed a large section of boardwalk. (You can watch it here.) Okay, but doesn't the whole park sit on top of a giant volcano? How soon we can expect the next big Yellowstone eruption? I can’t help thinking back to that movie 2012, where the Mayans correctly predicted...
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A Q&A with a Yellowstone Photographer, Part I
Recently the Flat Creek blog visited with Tanner Perkes, a wildlife photographer of the greater Yellowstone ecosystem, to learn what it took to capture such fabulous images. All images in this blog post are his. You can follow him on Instagram: @perkes_of_the_outdoors. This is part 1 of 2 of the interview. Read part 2 here. Q: What’s it like being a wildlife photographer? A: Being a wildlife photographer has provided me with so many special experiences. I’ve been able to photograph...
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7 Summer Activities in Jackson Hole To Do Before You Can’t Anymore
With cooler weather on the horizon and seasonal operations winding down, now is the time to make the most of what Jackson Hole has to offer before it’s too late. Here are some must-do summer activities with specific closing dates that you’ll want to catch before they’re gone. 1. Ride the Jackson Hole Aerial Tram (Closes: October 6) Rising 4,139 vertical feet in just 12 minutes, the Jackson Hole Aerial Tram takes you to the summit of Rendezvous Mountain at 10,450 feet. From th...
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