A backpacked visitor standing beside a vehicle uses binoculars to watch several distant elk in a mountain valley, with the headline “Wildlife Viewing at a Distance” over open sky and meadow.

How Close Can You Get to Wildlife in a National Park?

Wildlife-viewing distances vary among national parks and species. Learn the common minimums, where to check local rules, and how to enjoy a closer-looking view without moving closer.

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