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Camping Among the Wildlife
GREAT STOPS FOR SAFARIS, PHOTOGRAPHY & MORE
by Erin Peters
What could be better for wildlife watchers and photographers than to see
free-roaming animals in their natural habitats? Discover animals in their
natural habitats during your next camping trip.
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Salish Sea, Washington
The Salish Sea is a marine ecosystem that spans the United
States-Canada border and includes both Seattle and
Vancouver. It’s one of the world’s largest and biologically
rich inland seas. Encompassing Puget Sound, the San Juan
Islands, it’s home to endangered southern resident killer
whales. Boat tours leave from Anacortes, Washington and
get close enough to the orca for visitors to hear them puff
air from their blow holes. And Salish Sea Expeditions supports STEM and inspires
youth to connect with the marine environment through boat-based scientific
and hands-on learning and critical thinking.
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Stay: Elma RV Park, Elma, Washington - Come for the small-town hospitality
and nearby fishing, hiking and kayaking.
Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
Moose, grizzly, black bears, moose, elk and bison can be seen
peacefully grazing in the park’s meadows. Sixty-one species of
mammals are found in the park’s habitats of alpine, coniferous
forest, sagebrush flat and wetland. This colossal park lies in the
heart of one of the largest, intact temperate ecosystems in the
world. Moose-Wilson Road is one of the more popular drives
for spotting wildlife. Forested areas harbor mule deer, elk
and black and grizzly bears. Oxbow Bend is another prime spot among wildlife
watchers, boasting numerous species of birds, such as bald eagles, trumpeter
swans and osprey. Try booking a tour with a company that offers half-day or
multi-day wildlife safaris to get the most of your adventure.
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Stay: The Longhorn Ranch Lodge and RV Resort, Dubois, Wyoming - No rig
too big, with waterfront sites. Many sites are on the shore of the Wind River or
along tranquil ponds.
Glacier National Park, Montana
It’s called the Crown of the Continent for a reason. Featuring
alpine meadows, deep forests, waterfalls, about 50 glistening
glaciers and 200 sparkling lakes, it’s a photographer’s
paradise. Montana is home to some truly majestic creatures.
It’s home to 18 national wildlife refuges. Fish for walleye,
smallmouth bass, or northern pike on the lake in the town of Fort Peck. The park
service counts 66 different types of mammals, including grizzlies (look for them
in and around Lake Mary), lynx, cougar and elk. Take a four-day drive through
the Bitterroot Valley where you can ski, hike, see wildlife and soak in natural hot
springs.
Stay: West Glacier RV Park & Cabins, Discover one of the most beautiful travel
destinations in North America and stay just steps away to the entrance.
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