Fossil Rim Wildlife Center

Fossil Rim Wildlife Center is an endangered species center near Glen Rose, Texas. The center specializes in endangered species conservation and research. The center covers 1,800 acres, where over 1,000 animals are able to roam free in their natural habitats.

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General Info

At Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, you can tour the area, following a nine mile drive through the rolling hills, grassy plains, and forested areas.

Drive up to any of the 50 species of exotic animals, such as cheetahs, antelope, zebras, ostriches, and giraffes. Along the drive, you can stop by the Overlook Cafe. Here you can enjoy a variety of treats, while overlooking the fantastic scenery.

Guided tours are also available at the Fossil Rim Wildlife Center. These tours cover parts of the preserve that can't be accessed on the scenic drive. You can go on a guided bike tour, stay in an African-style safari tent, or spend time in one of the rooms at the Lodge. .

What to Expect

The Fossil Rim Wildlife Center has a variety of endangered species on site. Some are extremely rare and seldom seen in natural habitats.
For example, the addax, also known as the white antelope or screwhorn antelope, is a critically endangered antelope species, and is extremely rare in it's natural habitat (the Sahara Desert).

Another rare species you can see at Fossil Rim Wildlife Center is the southern black rhinoceros. Even though there are very strict laws prohibiting hunting the rhinos, poaching is common. The southern black rhinoceros is poached for its horn, which is commonly used in Asian medicines.

The sable antelope is another endangered animal that you won't want to miss when you visit Fossil Rim Wildlife Center. They have beautiful chestnut coats, with white facial markings. The sable live in the Main Pasture of the center, where they're the dominant species.

Other unusual species that you'll want to make a point of viewing include the mountain bongo antelope, the Mexican gray wolf, and the American red wolf.

Hours and Prices

Hours

Hours of operation: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Cafe and grill: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (grill closes at 5:00 PM)
Nature Store: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Children's Animal Center: Currently closed
The park closes at 6:30 PM
Visitors must exit by 6:30 PM
No cars are admitted after 4:30 PM

Prices

Adults: $24.95 per person
Children (3-11): $19.95 per person
Children (2 and under): free

Fossil Rim Wildlife Center

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