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Wildlife Safari

1790 Safari Rd · Winston, OR

Why you should go…

Wildlife Safari is a drive-through zoological park in Winston, Oregon that opened in 1972 and holds AZA, SSP and ZAA accreditation. Guests drive their own vehicle through a 4.5 mile loop across 615 acres of pastures housing over 600 animals from Africa, Asia and the Americas, then can stop at the free Safari Village for a petting zoo, gardens and gift shop.

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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?

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