North America:
* Western United States: Rocky Mountains, including Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Utah, and Washington.
* Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.
* Mexico: A small population exists in the Sierra Madre Occidental.
* Eastern United States: Reintroduced populations exist in states like Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, Virginia, and Pennsylvania.
Asia:
* Central Asia: Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Russia (Siberia), and Xinjiang (China).
* Eastern Asia: Korea, northeastern China, and Japan (introduced).
Europe:
* Eastern Europe: Poland, Romania, and Slovakia.
* Central Europe: Germany, Czech Republic, and Austria.
* Scandinavia: Sweden and Norway.
* United Kingdom: Scotland (introduced).
Finding Elk in the Wild:
* National Parks and Wildlife Refuges: These protected areas often have established elk populations.
* Forests and Mountainous Regions: Elk prefer habitats with mixed coniferous and deciduous forests, meadows, and open areas.
* Private Ranches: Some ranches offer guided elk hunting tours or viewing opportunities.
* Elk Viewing Tours: Local tour operators often provide guided tours to areas with high elk concentrations.
Remember: Elk are wild animals and should be observed from a safe distance. Always respect their habitat and follow park regulations.