Fall

A grizzly bear eats berries in Denali National Park

NPS Photo

Colors are changing and the air is crisp across most of the country during the fall. It’s also a great time to spot wildlife! Here is a short list of what you might find. Check with your nearest park for information about wildlife watching opportunities.

Highlighted Fall Wildlife Watching

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  Elk at Rocky Mountain National Park

  Every autumn, elk descend from the high country to montane meadows for the annual breeding season.

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  Annual Monarch Butterfly Migration

  Traveling between 50–100 miles a day, the monarch's migratory journey may be 3,000 miles long and take two months to complete.

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  Beavers at Voyageurs National Park

  Talk about busy beavers! Once fall hits, these animals are busy inspecting and repairing any damages to their lodges to prep for winter.