WY — Wyoming
WY Snake River Runoff Peak
Snake River and Wind River drainage reach peak runoff. Class III–IV conditions on the Snake above Jackson. Verify gauge levels and check with outfitters before floating.
WY Fire Season Begins
Wyoming's fire season typically ramps up in mid-July after spring green-up. USFS fire restrictions often apply in the Bighorns, Wind Rivers, and southeastern Wyoming. Check current restrictions.
WY Teton + Beartooth Wildflower Peak
Grand Teton and Beartooth Plateau hit wildflower peak — Indian paintbrush (WY state flower), arrowleaf balsamroot, and sticky geranium blanketing Jackson Hole meadows above 6,500 ft. July 10–25 is prime.
WY Elk Archery Season Opens
Wyoming archery elk season begins. High country units in the Wind Rivers and Bighorns produce excellent early-season opportunity before rifle pressure.
WY Elk General Rifle Season
Wyoming general elk rifle season opens. Type 1-6 areas have staggered openers — verify your hunt area. Snow in high country can create excellent conditions for locating animals.
🌎 Mountain West (All States)
Mountain West Wildflower Season
High country wildflowers peak across the Mountain West — Glacier NP beargrass, Maroon Bells columbine, Sawtooth lupine, and Wasatch Indian paintbrush. Elevations 8,000–12,000 ft peak July 1–20.
Mountain West Fire Season Peak
Fire season peaks across the Mountain West (July–August). Smoke from large fires in ID, MT, WY, and CO regularly affects air quality across all 8 states. Check AQI before strenuous outdoor activities.
Mountain West Avalanche Season Opens
Avalanche centers across the Mountain West begin daily forecasts — CAIC (CO), UAC (UT), GNFAC/WCMAC (MT), BTAC (WY/MT), SAC (ID). Never travel in avalanche terrain without checking the local forecast.
Mountain West Ski Season Opens
Resorts across CO, UT, WY, ID, and MT open their first lifts — typically Arapahoe Basin, Loveland, Snowbird, and Jackson Hole lead. Snowpack varies by range; check base depths before booking trips.