Built for park visitors, families, and first-time wildlife watchers who want a more ethical way to plan a wildlife-viewing day.
Most people meet these places through a windshield. I meet them before sunrise, when the valley is quiet enough to hear wings. I am out there day after day, observing movement, documenting patterns, and learning how wildlife moves and behaves across the landscape.
This online map started as a personal field observation log. Then I watched too many visitors burn their best light driving loop, chasing crowds, and stressing out the animals.
14+ years tracking wildlife patterns across both parks
Regular updates from recent field observations
Start your day with a plan.
Posted after fieldwork with general viewing context.
1-5 species a day
Fast loading, mobile-optimized, works offline with cached data.
Take it with you
Find what you care about by species and area.
18 species total
Distance guidance and behavior reminders built in.
Safety-guided
I have watched it happen again and again. People arrive excited, then spend their best hours chasing rumors and brake lights. Hours disappear. Animals get stressed. Visitors make risky choices because they honestly do not know better.
This is an independent online map built from delayed field observations. It is not a guided tour, workshop, or live tracking service.
Three simple steps to better wildlife viewing experiences.
Sign up in 60 seconds with secure payment
Immediate access to the full sightings map and member features
Open the map on your phone while in the parks
Works offline with cached data for areas with limited connectivity
Use recent field observations to understand where wildlife has been active
Follow safety guidelines and respect wildlife viewing distances
Posted after fieldwork with general viewing context
Advanced search to find exactly what you want to see
New sightings are posted after time spent in the field
Know what you’re seeing, and what it means
Turn the map into your plan
Community features will roll out in a future update.
Every membership supports continued field observation, map upkeep, and conservation-minded education. You’re not just getting a map. You’re joining a community that treats these places and these animals as they matter.
Responsible wildlife viewing protects both you and the animals
If an animal reacts to you, you are too close. Back up.
Feeding wildlife is illegal and dangerous.
If a spot is crowded, move on - wildlife stress increases with crowds
Spend 15-20 minutes maximum at each sighting to reduce disturbance
Keep voices low and avoid sudden movements that startle animals
This project is built around published wildlife safety guidance used in the parks. Visitors remain responsible for following all park rules and regulations.
| Feature | Why Use the Map | Blind Searching |
|---|---|---|
| A better starting point | ||
| Less crowd chasing | ||
| Built-in safety guidance | ||
| Delayed sightings for wildlife protection |
$49 / monthly
Introductory rate. Yellowstone tracking begins mid-April. Pricing will increase as new data is added.
Best for one-time trips or short visits
$299 / year
Introductory rate. Yellowstone tracking begins mid-April. Pricing will increase as new data is added.
Best for repeat visitors
All memberships include full access to the sightings map, safety guides, and member community. Family sharing available – one membership covers up to 2 devices. Memberships auto-renew but can be cancelled at any time with no penalties.
Everything you need to know about the wildlife sightings map
Updates are posted after field time, within 12-48 hours, often later the same day or after review, with date stamps so you can judge how recent the observation is.
The map gives visitors context about where wildlife has recently been active. Instead of starting your day with no information, you begin with recent field observations that help you plan your drive.
Wildlife moves constantly, so sightings are never guaranteed. The map shows recent field observations so you can understand where wildlife has been active. Many animals remain in the same habitats for periods of time, but movement always depends on weather, food, and natural behavior.
Because live pins can attract crowds, change animal behavior, and push people into unsafe roadside decisions. Delayed observations help protect wildlife and encourage responsible viewing.
No. Sightings are posted after field observations and may be delayed or generalized to protect wildlife and reduce crowd pressure.
The map focuses on wildlife viewing in Yellowstone and Grand Teton, prioritizing commonly traveled corridors and general viewing zones.
No. Wildlife is wild, and sightings are never guaranteed.
In Yellowstone, stay at least 100 yards from bears, wolves, and cougars, and at least 25 yards from all other animals. In Grand Teton, maintain at least 100 yards from bears and wolves and 25 yards from other wildlife, and use binoculars or long lenses instead of getting closer.
Back up and give it more space. If an animal reacts to your presence, you are too close. In the parks it is illegal to approach or remain near wildlife in a way that disturbs or displaces the animal.
Yes. Before heading into the parks, you can open the map and allow it to cache the area you plan to visit. Once loaded, the map and recent sightings will remain visible even in areas with limited or no cell service.
Membership unlocks the sightings map along with safety and ethics guidance designed for responsible wildlife viewing.
Monthly membership is $49, and annual membership is $299. You can cancel anytime.
Yes. One membership can be used across up to 2 devices.
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