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Project Chimps

2031 Lowery Rd, Morganton, GA 30560 · Morganton, GA

Why you should go…

Project Chimps is a sanctuary on 236 forested acres in Morganton, Georgia, providing lifetime care for chimpanzees retired from biomedical research and entertainment. The sanctuary is not open for daily walk-in visits; scheduled guided tours and Discovery Days let visitors view the chimps in their outdoor habitats and walk the Chimp Trails. Tours must be booked in advance and typically run 45 to 90 minutes.

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  • #chimpanzees
  • #wildlife
  • #hiking
  • #family

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General attractions guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Book the time slot, not just the ticket

    Timed entry is now the norm at big-draw attractions, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate.

  • Grab the daily schedule on arrival

    Feeding times, keeper talks, and shows run on a posted timetable that changes day to day.

  • The first hour is the quietest

    Queues build through late morning and peak after lunch, so an early start buys you the shortest waits.

  • Budget past the ticket price

    Parking, lockers, strollers, and food inside the gates are common extras worth planning for.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Project Chimps, ordered by straight-line distance.

  • Sightseeing
    Family Favorite

    Blue Ridge Scenic Railway

    $25–$50

    Heritage train excursion from downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia to McCaysville and Copperhill along the Toccoa River.

    4.6 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Sightseeing
    Quirky Fun

    Helen

    Free

    A Blue Ridge Mountain town built as a Bavarian-style alpine village, promoted by its convention and visitors bureau.

    31 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Museums
    History Buff

    Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

    $25–$50

    Ride vintage steam and diesel trains through the Tennessee Valley, including the scenic Hiwassee River Loop.

    56 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums