Your Guide to the Elk Refuge Sleigh Rides in Jackson Hole
Sleigh rides are available throughout the day upon the National Elk Refuge. Starting in December and ending in March. Perhaps the closest one may ever get to an elk. Take a horse drawn sleigh, (wagon when the snow is marginal) onto the refuge and mingle with some of the 8,000 elk that winter in this area bordering the town of Jackson. Trips depart with a shuttle ride from the Visitor's Center on the North end of town. The S.T.A.R.T. bus will get you to within a three block walk of there. One hopes that someday the service will drop you at the Visitors Center, the launching point of one of the most popular winter activities in Jackson Hole and information regarding the area.
The refuge was created in 1912 as a result of public interest in the survival of the Jackson elk herd. More than 7,500 elk make the winter range of the National Elk Refuge their home from October until May. The 25,000-acre refuge includes nearly 1600 acres of open water and marsh lands, 47 different mammals, and nearly 175 species of birds.
Mill Iron Ranch-dinner and elk viewing
After an active day nothing beats a great meal. Why not hop in a horse drawn sleigh and take a short ride followed by hearty Wyoming dinner. Always a unique dining experience. Dinner sleigh rides are one of the more popular activities during the winter season, so book early.
A short drive south of the town of jackson will bring you to the Mill Iron Ranch. This dinner sleigh ride should be of particular interest to those looking to possibly view some wildlife. There is a small herd of elk that winters in close proximity to the ranch and viewing of this herd is incorporated into the ride. Following the ride you will be treated to a fabulous western dinner. Our personal favorite.
General Information
Pricing for the various sleigh rides range from around $18 for adults on the Elk Refuge to $70 or more per person for dinner sleigh rides.Transportation is not provided.
Cancellation policies for these companies vary, from 24 hours prior to the trip to 2 weeks notice, otherwise there is a 100% cancellation fee. Please verify the cancellation policy with the vendor at the time of booking the activity.
The Hole Concierge is not responsible for the individual cancellation policies of these companies.
For more information on dinner sleigh rides and other activities in Jackson Hole, please contact us.