Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
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2299 County Road 2008, Glen Rose, TX 76043
2299 County Road 2008, Glen Rose, TX 76043
EmailEscape the everyday and explore the rugged beauty of Fossil Rim Wildlife Center. Amidst the live oak thickets, limestone outcroppings and stands of juniper; nestled away in the rustic hills of Somervell County you will discover a sanctuary for endangered endangered species. Our goal is promoting the preservation and procreation of threatened/endangered species, environmental awareness and a recreational and educational experience for people of all ages. Your journey begins at the Admissions Center where you can purchase feed for the animals and snacks for yourself. We offer a variety of candies, crackers, trail mix and drinks for your ride. We have disposable cameras, film, batteries and a small variety of souvenirs. Youll also receive an animal ID brochure which will help you identify the animals you will see along the tour route. You can also purchase The Animal Guide book or CD, both were created right here by Fossil Rims Education Department.
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01/02/2019
Provided by YP.comI had called and messaged about booking a cabin on September 1st due to the website says off season starts September. I was then confirmed on the messenger I called and was told the complete opposite from website and they of course chose the option that would make more money instead of the cheaper route since it's clearly messed up on the website . They did not work with me as I was open to even paying the 150 for the cabin. They then decided to hurry and change the website to make my argument obsolete. I luckily took a snap shot before they changed the website.
02/15/2013
Provided by YP.com07/19/2012
Provided by YP.comtook my kids out to Fossil Rim today for the first time. I've never seen either of them with bigger smiles on their faces. On a hot day like today I really didn't feel like walking around the Zoo, i was able to sit in my AC and drive them through the park. I agree with the person that mentioned a Safari because it was like having my kids on our own personal safari trip. We will be returning. A++++++++
04/05/2012
Provided by YP.commy family and I have always been members and fans of the Fort Worth Zoo but after taking the family to Fossil Rim this weekend I think the kids have found a new favorite place to see wildlife. It was an amazing experience and I'm sure we will go time and time again.
02/23/2012
Provided by YP.comwho ever knew I could go on a Safari in Texas??? We drove out to Granbury from Fort Worth to see a band play at Rio Brazos and made a weekend of it. We wanted something to do Saturday before the drive back and found this little diamond in the rough! I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PLACE! I know it's probably something you normally bring your kids to, but we had just as much fun as two 30 somethings ;)
I would highly recommend anyone to give Fossil Rim a visit. If you like going to the zoo you will LOVE this place even more. Getting to feed the animals right from my hand while sitting in my jeep was really an experience I can't even put into words. But, when they say "dont' feed the zebras" I would take their advice! lol eager little fellows to say the least. Thanks for a great close to our weekend.
02/07/2012
Provided by YP.comSuch a GREAT experience! I think adults will love this place just as much as the kiddos... so fun to watch their faces when the Giraffe reaches in to gently take food from them.... so beautiful.
I would highly recommend anyone looking for a Unique Experience to drive out to Fossil Rim Wildlife Center :)
02/06/2012
Provided by YP.comSuch a wonderful place to visit with the kiddos. We had a beautiful day driving through Fossil Rim Wildlife Center and feeding all the animals as they came up to our truck. We were able to take GREAT pictures. The staff is friendly and the entire drive through the park was enjoyable. I would highly recommend anyone looking for a little getaway to take a drive out and visit Fossil Rim.
11/24/2007
Provided by YP.comThis is a great place to take the family. Children of all ages and adults marvel at the wild life.
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- Hours
- Regular Hours
Mon - Sun: - Services/Products
- Escape the everyday and explore the rugged beauty of Fossil Rim Wildlife Center. Amidst the live oak thickets, limestone outcroppings and stands of juniper; nestled away in the rustic hills of Somervell County you will discover a sanctuary for endangered species. Our goal is promoting the preservation and procreation of threatened/endangered species, environmental awareness and a recreational and educational experience for people of all ages. Â
- Payment method
- all major credit cards, debit
- Location
- From Ft. Worth and the Mid Cities area: 1. From I-20 and I-35 2. Go SOUTH on I-35W 19 miles to Alvarado 3. At exit 26A, take Ramp (RIGHT) onto I-35W service road 4. Bear RIGHT (WEST) onto US-67 for 40.5 milesContinue on US-67 through Glen Rose ~
- Amenities
- Guided Tours, Scenic Drives, Feed the Giraffs, Shop at our Nature Store, Visit our Children's Animal Center, Take pictures Addax Addra Gazelle Blackbuck Bongo Bontebok Common Wildebeest Greater Kudu Roan Antelope Sable Antelope Waterbuck Aoudad Attwater's Prairie Chicken Emu Ostrich Red-Crowned Crane Sandhill Crane American Bison Brown-Nosed Coati Cheetah Maned Wolf Mexican Gray Wolf Red African Pygmy Goat African Spurred Tortoise Anglo - Nubian Goat Bare-Eyed Cockatoo Blue and Gold Macaw Boer Goat Eclectus Parrot Moluccan Cockatoo Nigerian Dwarf Goat Nigerian Dwarf Goat Texas Tortoise Vietnamese Pot-Bellied Pig Axis Deer European Red Deer Fallow Deer Sika Deer Grant's or Common Zebra Grevy's Zebra Hartmann's Mountain Zebra Przewalski's Horse Giraffe Jackrabbit Nine-banded armadillo Roadrunner White-Tailed Deer Wild Turkey Arabian Oryx Gemsbok Scimitar-Horned Oryx Black Rhinoceros White Rhinoceros Fossil Rim's Education Department offers camps to keep your kids busy (don't tell them they're learning). Choose from Day or Overnight camps, we even have Badge camps if your children are scouts. So wander over to our Camps page and learn about the many camps we provide. Not really a camper? Then the Lodge will be to your liking. The Lodge was the original “ranch house†for the property and, with a few modifications, now serves as a Bed and Breakfast.
- Accreditation
American Zoo and Aquarium Association
- Categories
- Amusement Places & Arcades, Camps-Recreational, Sightseeing Tours, Tourist Information & Attractions, Wildlife Refuge