Gates of Lodore Trail Stop 11

The sagebrush steppe supports a variety of wildlife.

NPS Photo/Conrad Provan

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Greasewood, shadscale, and sagebrush dominate a surprisingly complex habitat sometimes referred to as sagebrush steppe. Look around for signs of wildlife. Some species, such as sage grouse, are completely dependent on this habitat. Others like elk and mule deer come and go with the seasons. An abundance of wildflowers creates a patchwork of color every spring.