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Yellowstone Bear World

6010 S 4300th W · Rexburg, ID

Why you should go…

Yellowstone Bear World is a drive-thru wildlife park located five miles south of Rexburg, Idaho on US Highway 20. Opened in 1998, the 125-acre park is home to more than 40 black bears, 5 grizzly bears, and other North American wildlife including elk, bison, moose and mountain goats. Visitors drive their own vehicle through the park and can also visit a bear cub exhibit, petting zoo, amusement rides and gift shop. The park operates seasonally from mid-May through mid-October.

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  • #zoo
  • #family
  • #drive-through
  • #bears

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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.

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