🦌 Elk and other ungulates are currently shedding their antlers in and around Grand Teton. While it might be tempting to snag a shed as a souvenir, it’s important to remember:
👉 It’s illegal to take, collect, retrieve, possess, or transport any natural product, including shed antlers, from Grand Teton National Park at any time of year. Why the rule?
Those fallen antlers aren’t just cool finds for people; they’re a valuable resource for the ecosystem. Animals like rodents, porcupines, and other small mammals rely on shed antlers as a natural source of calcium, minerals, and nutrients, especially during the long, harsh winters. Leaving antlers where they fall helps maintain the balance of the ecosystem and supports the health of wildlife populations.
Interested in shed hunting?
There are designated public lands outside the park where shed hunting is permitted under specific rules and regulations. To learn about legal areas, opening dates, and important restrictions, check the Wyoming Game & Fish website.
Respect the land. Respect the wildlife. Know before you go. 🦌🏔️
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Check out our online trail guides:
- Glacier National Park: HikinginGlacier.com
- Grand Teton National Park: TetonHikingTrails.com
- Rocky Mountain National Park: RockyMountainHikingTrails.com
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