Jackson Hole

Jackson Hole

Wyoming

Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Park offer world-class birding in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. With over 340 documented bird species including sought-after specialties like Great Gray Owl and Calliope Hummingbird, this region combines stunning alpine scenery with exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities in sagebrush flats, wetlands, and conifer forests.

Best Months to Visit

May to September

Birding Season

Late Spring to Fall

Notable Species

Great Gray Owl Calliope Hummingbird Trumpeter Swan Swainson's Hawk American Goshawk

Top Birding Guides in Jackson Hole

Browse our selection of expert birding guides serving the Jackson Hole area.

Jackson Hole EcoTour Adventures

Jackson Hole EcoTour Adventures

4.9

Founded in 2008 by environmental studies graduate Taylor Phillips, Jackson Hole EcoTour Adventures offers expert birding tours led by experienced wildlife biologists and naturalist guides. Using premium Swarovski optics, guides help visitors connect with the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem through wildlife observation and natural history interpretation. Specializes in finding sought-after species like Great Gray Owls and Calliope Hummingbirds.

Alpine birding Great Gray Owl Raptor viewing

17 years of experience

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Teton Science Schools - Wildlife Expeditions

Teton Science Schools - Wildlife Expeditions

5.0

Official partner of Grand Teton National Park since 1999 and authorized concessioner for Yellowstone National Park. Wildlife Expeditions offers educational birding and wildlife tours led by staff biologists in custom safari-style vehicles. Expert guides accommodate photographers and avid birders, with specialized knowledge of over 300 bird species found in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

Educational birding Birds of prey Multi-habitat tours

26 years of experience

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BrushBuck Wildlife Tours

BrushBuck Wildlife Tours

5.0

Founded in 2007, BrushBuck Wildlife Tours is a 100% Military Veteran Owned business offering comprehensive wildlife tours including exceptional bird viewing opportunities. With expert guides providing in-depth training in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, visitors can observe eagles, trumpeter swans, and diverse bird species alongside iconic wildlife. Rated #1 on TripAdvisor in Jackson, the company specializes in half-day, full-day, and multi-day wildlife adventures in Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks.

Wildlife observation Bird photography Eagles and raptors

18 years of experience

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Taylor Phillips - Jackson Hole Eco Tour Adventures

Taylor Phillips - Jackson Hole Eco Tour Adventures

4.9

Founder of Jackson Hole Eco Tour Adventures, established in 2008 with a passion for ecotourism developed through global eco-tour experiences and academic study. Taylor leads a team of highly knowledgeable naturalist guides with diverse science backgrounds specializing in wildlife tours throughout Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. The company has won multiple awards for wildlife touring and eco-friendly operations.

Grand Teton birding Yellowstone wildlife Avian biology

17 years of experience

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