Early morning and late evening hours are when animals tend to feed and are the times when most wildlife sightings occur. However, keep in mind that the numbers and variety of animals you might see are generally a matter of luck and coincidence. Always remember that wild animals are unpredictable. Never approach them and use binoculars or telephoto lenses to ensure you keep a safe viewing distance.

Montana has a greater variety of wildlife than any other state in the lower 48. Two of the state’s greatest opportunities for wildlife viewing are in its National Parks. In Yellowstone National Park, you'll find wildlife species as varied as trumpeter swans, grizzly bear, elk, bison, wolves and many others. At Glacier National Park, you have a very good chance of seeing bighorn sheep, mountain goats, moose, elk and black or grizzly bears. Wildlife inhabiting our portion of Montana includes whitetail and mule deer, moose, bighorn sheep, bobcats, mountain lions, black bear, wolves, elk, golden and bald eagles, and osprey.