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Fossil Rim Wildlife Center


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 9 attractions in Glen Rose
Traveler Description: Drive-through park where you can meet giraffes, rhinos, and antelopes.
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Attraction type: Ranch, Wildlife park, Nature reserve
Activities: Viewing wildlife, Group tours/safari
Address: 2155 County Road 2008 Glen Rose, TX 76043
Tel: 254-897-2960

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5 of 5 stars
TXStellaGirl   6 contributions
Lake Whitney, Texas
Dec 26, 2009

We started visiting Fossil Rim when our boys were toddlers. It was a favorite family outing then and remains so, now that the boys are 9 and 10. The kids love feeding the animals, and petting the tamer ones. And we enjoy learning to recognize the various exotic species. While the trip can be completed in 2 hours, we usually... more

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5 of 5 stars
pinoypapa   3 contributions
The Woodlands, TX
Nov 9, 2009

Stayed the night at Safari Camp then went on the family tour in the morning. Very informative and fun. Will definitely be back again. more

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3 of 5 stars
melissafromargyle   3 contributions
Argyle, Texas
Oct 21, 2009
2
people found this review helpful

The animals are very neat to see and feed, however it is a fairly expensive day trip. They charge per person, not per vehicle. One way to make it cheaper is take your lunch and have a picnic. They will only allow 1 bag of food per vehicle so make sure you keep enough for the giraffes. We have been... more

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5 of 5 stars
nativetexan07   5 contributions
Plano, TX
Sep 28, 2009
2
people found this review helpful

We went on the driving tour, you have to buy the food. Feeding the giraffes is fun, but roll your window up when the ostriches get nearby! Totally worth the $23 each. Go in the morning, because the animals are full and hot by the afternoon. Takes about 2 1/2- 3 hrs. more

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5 of 5 stars
tireddriver   2 contributions
Dallas
Sep 6, 2009
2
people found this review helpful

From reading the reviews before going I decided that early morning was best. My two sons are 4 and 7 and we arrived as soon as they opened. We had never done a safari trip before so this was new to us. All of the animals were really active. As soon as we drove into the park the ostrich was... more

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3 of 5 stars
reddykansascity   8 contributions
kansas city
Aug 26, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

its not worth for the money...most of the animals do not come out in the afternoons so i think morning is the best time to visit.. more

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5 of 5 stars
TruTexasGrl   9 contributions
Texas
Aug 3, 2009
2
people found this review helpful

Our family loved, loved, loved the Fossil Rim Wildlife Center. We went early in the morning, around 8:30 a.m., and the animals were active and hungry. I would highly recommend going in the early morning, since the animals become less active and less hungry as the day proceeds. We fed zebra, deer, some type of mountain goat, giraffe, and a... more

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5 of 5 stars
happyascanbemommyof3   1 contribution
Mansfield, Texas
Jul 23, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

My children, ages 9, 7 and 1, all had a wonderful time today when we visited Fossil Rim! It's great for all ages! Take your time when driving through,; there are animals everywhere! The native Texas animals, white tailed deer and turkeys, were our favorites! Go early during the summer! Beautiful scenic views! Next time we are going to stay... more

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5 of 5 stars
shadee39358   88 contributions
Jun 15, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

I have been to Fossil Rim twice. Once when son was about 4 and then again when he was 14 with some of his friends. Spent the night in tents both times and did behind the scenes tour both times. Had great time both visits. This last time we went in Jan. It was very cold, but animals moved good... more

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1 of 5 stars
wearyourhelmet   1 contribution
Dallas
Mar 21, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

OK, we should have known better than to take the kids to FRWC during spring break...but we went on a Monday to avoid the really big weekend crowds. We also paid a large upcharge (additional $26 per person over regular admission fee) in order to ride on the FRWC safari bus guided tour, thinking we'd increase the odds of having... more

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Fossil Rim Wildlife Center Address

2155 County Road 2008, Glen Rose, TX 76043
Tel: 254-897-2960