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Spring Sightings Gallery

By Spring Creek Ranch on April 11, 2014

Spring is a wonderful time for watching wildlife. Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks are less busy, animals are moving around and coming out of hibernation, or returning from their “winter homes.” Check out the below gallery of some of the animals seen during springtime. How many of these wonderful creatures can you name?... Read More.

Spring is a wonderful time for watching wildlife. Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks are less busy, animals are... Read More.

Posted in: Spring Creek Wildlife, Wildlife Safari

Big Bad Wolf

By Spring Creek Ranch on January 10, 2011

The last few safaris have been absolutely phenomenal with excellent sightings and interesting behaviors observed. This black wolf was seen in Grand Teton National Park along with a gray-colored wolf nearby and was one of many great animals seen. Other sightings included moose browsing on cottonwood trees, a young golden eagle attacking bighorn sheep,... Read More.

The last few safaris have been absolutely phenomenal with excellent sightings and interesting behaviors observed. This black wolf was... Read More.

Posted in: Jackson Hole Winter, Wildlife Safari, Wolf & Bear Safari

Big Horn Sheep - Spring Creek Ranch, Jackson, WY

National Elk Refuge Provides Bighorn Habitat, Too

By Spring Creek Ranch on January 25, 2010

Our wildlife safaris are offered year-round and I keep a log of sightings from every trip that we have ever done with an approximate count for each species. On one of last week’s safaris we counted one of the highest number of bighorn sheep ever recorded on the National Elk Refuge: 61! As the... Read More.

Our wildlife safaris are offered year-round and I keep a log of sightings from every trip that we have... Read More.

Posted in: National Elk Refuge, Wildlife Safari

bighorn sheep - Spring Creek Ranch, Jackson Hole, WY

A Highlight of Our Winter Wildlife

By Spring Creek Ranch on December 19, 2009

Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep spend summers at relatively high elevations and require some effort for us to find them during warmer months. Fortunately, this is not the case during Winter as we are able to observe bighorns consistently (usually very close.) These agile ungulates are spectacular to watch navigate steep cliffs and seem most... Read More.

Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep spend summers at relatively high elevations and require some effort for us to find them... Read More.

Posted in: Jackson Hole Winter, Wildlife Safari

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My husband and I returned to Spring Creek after a previous visit eight years...

My husband and I returned to Spring Creek after a previous visit eight years ago. They did not disappoint. Our primary reasons for returning...
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The staff at the front desk were exceptional. What pleasant experience it was when...

The staff at the front desk were exceptional. What pleasant experience it was when I showed up and had some reservation snafus. The front...
Trip Advisor Review, Washington, DC

When my wife and I were at the Spring Creek Ranch this past week...

When my wife and I were at the Spring Creek Ranch this past week celebrating her birthday and our 40th wedding anniversary, the weather...
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Very relaxing stay. We are a family of four and this was our last...

Very relaxing stay. We are a family of four and this was our last stop on our tour of Wyoming. This was a very...
Trip Advisor Review, Springfield, MO

The view, the view, the view. I could hardly take my eyes off it...

The view, the view, the view. I could hardly take my eyes off it to enjoy the rest of the facility! The fabulous view...
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We want you to know how much we appreciated the facilities and services of...

We want you to know how much we appreciated the facilities and services of Spring Creek Ranch for our recent 2014 APA Annual Meeting....
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During our three week and 2,500 mile drive through the Northwest, Spring Creek Ranch...

During our three week and 2,500 mile drive through the Northwest, Spring Creek Ranch was one of the more memorable experiences. We were ridiculously...
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Perfect place to stay out of the way in Jackson, WY. The location for...

Perfect place to stay out of the way in Jackson, WY. The location for us was great – outside the bustle of Jackson but...
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Thoroughly enjoyed our week stay at SCR! Stayed in a 1 bdrm condo complete...

Thoroughly enjoyed our week stay at SCR! Stayed in a 1 bdrm condo complete w full kitchen and fireplace! Comfy furniture! Beautiful views of...
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Absolutely the best vacation ever. What was a unique about this place was its...

Absolutely the best vacation ever. What was a unique about this place was its resident naturalist and photography wildlife and natural locations that made...
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Excellent location on a butte between the town of Jackson (10 minute drive) and...

Excellent location on a butte between the town of Jackson (10 minute drive) and Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (15 minute drive). Very relaxing atmosphere...
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Great getaway in an awesome location. Spent three days in a cabin room. The...

Great getaway in an awesome location. Spent three days in a cabin room. The cabins are a bit rustic with a wood burning fireplace...
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The restaurant was excellent. Great food and very good service. The views from the...

The restaurant was excellent. Great food and very good service. The views from the restaurant are memorable. The staff is very attentive and they...
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The cabin and views were fantastic! I do not believe I have ever seen...

The cabin and views were fantastic! I do not believe I have ever seen such beauty in one area, my camera will never be...
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Spring Creek Ranch was really great and the facilities were first class.

Spring Creek Ranch was really great and the facilities were first class.
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Spring Sightings Gallery

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