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5 Things You Need To Know
Hours
The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center has varying hours throughout the year:
September 16 – October 31: Open 7 days a week, 10am – 6pm.
November: Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, 10am – 5pm.
December: Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, 10am – 4pm, last entry at 3pm.
January: Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, 10am – 4pm, last entry at 3pm.
February: Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, 10am – 5pm.
March & April: Open 7 days a week, 10am – 6pm.
May - September 15: Open 7 days a week, 9am – 7pm.
Please note these hours are always subject to change. Be sure to contact them directly for up to date hours.
Tickets and Admission
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center tickets are readily available when you arrive. Here are the ticket prices:
Adult: $20 per person
Alaska Resident: $18 per person
Youth (age 5-17): $16 per person
Child (age 4 and under): FREE
Animals in the Park
The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is home to a diverse range of animals, including:
Squirrels
Porcupines
Wood Bison
Wolves
Reindeer
Muskox
Lynx
Great-Horned Owls
Foxes
Elk
Deer
Coyotes
Bears
Moose
Visitors can observe and learn about these fascinating creatures while supporting conservation efforts at the center.
Getting there from Anchorage
To reach the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center from Anchorage, you have a few options.
Take the Seward Highway and drive approximately 47 miles from Anchorage. This is best done in a rental car.
Use Uber, Lyft, or a taxi. Remember, you'll need your driver to wait with you as you can't start a ride from the park.
Tours
The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center offers several exciting tours:
Bear Encounter: Join a daily guided tour to observe the training and feeding of bears. Cost: $125 per person.
Moose Encounter: Get up close and personal with the center's moose, including feeding and learning about them. Cost: $25 per person.
Walk the Wild Side Tour: Enjoy a personalized tour with a guide who walks you through the center. It's recommended to book ahead. Cost: $125 per person.
These tours provide unique opportunities to learn about and interact with the wildlife at the center, catering to different interests and budgets.
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