Tours
[Updated January 2026.]
Below is a list of commercial guides who are authorized to operate within Seedskadee National Wildlife Refuge. These companies have been issued a Special Use Permit by Seedskadee (Refuge) / U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for commercial operations on the Refuge.
Commercial services within a refuge must be permitted through the Refuge. Visitors who will be utilizing commercial guides for fly fishing, scenic float trips or shuttle services need to confirm the validity of guides. Commercial hunting guides are not permitted on Seedskadee at this time. We are happy to check to ensure your guide is properly permitted, call the Refuge office if you have questions, 307-875-2187.
This information is offered as a public service. All the information listed below are private businesses not affiliated with the U.S. government. This list does not constitute an endorsement by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, nor does it guarantee continued authorization. We post contact information as it has been provided to us and update the list periodically. Permits are currently issued an renewed on a one to two year basis.
Commercial Fishing and Float Trips
Seedskadee NWR strictly permits commercial guiding activities on the refuge. Currently, we have four licensed commercial outfitters on the Refuge who offer guided fishing and scenic float trips, if interested in these services please visit their websites or call the numbers below.
Van Beacham 575-758-5653 [email protected]
Ron Hansen 307-332-7864 [email protected]
Park City Fly Shop and Guide Service:
Chris Kunkel 435-640-2864 [email protected]
Four Seasons Fly Fishing Guide Service:
Mark Forslund 801-641-6586 [email protected]
Commercial Shuttle Operators
Laughing Bear Shuttles
[email protected] or 720-900-4307
River Rat Shuttles
[email protected] or 307-260-7342
For non-commercial tours, the refuge offers education programs for K-12 students during the month of May for field trips for nearby schools. See our Visit Us, Activities section and go to Education Programs.