Encounter bison, grizzlies, wolves, and eagles in their natural habitat.

These parks offer the most reliable wildlife encounters in North America.

Wyoming / Montana / Idaho

Easy (viewing pullouts)

The greatest concentration of large mammals in the lower 48. Wolves, grizzlies, bison — often visible from the road.

Top Spots

Lamar ValleyHayden ValleyGrand Canyon of the YellowstoneMammoth Hot Springs

📅 Best season: Apr–May (calving), Sep–Oct (rut)

Wyoming

Easy to Moderate

Moose in Willow Flats, black bears on Lupine Meadows, osprey on Jackson Lake.

Top Spots

Willow Flats OverlookOxbow BendSignal Mountain SummitCascade Canyon

📅 Best season: May–September

Florida

Easy

Alligators, manatees, roseate spoonbills, and crocodiles — often within feet of the boardwalk.

Top Spots

Anhinga TrailShark Valley Tram RoadEco PondNine Mile Pond Canoe Trail

📅 Best season: December–April (dry season)

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