Escape ordinary experiences and explore the rugged beauty of Fossil Rim Wildlife Center. Amidst the live oak thickets, limestone outcroppings and stands of Ashe juniper, nestled away in the rustic hills of Somervell County you will discover a sanctuary for endangered species.
SELF-GUIDED TOUR. Please note that in order to provide an enjoyable and safe experience for our guests, our staff, and our animals, there are several important things to note about our admissions and operating procedures. All tickets to Fossil Rim (including self-drive tours) must be purchased online (below) prior to arriving at the facility. Read reviews and buy Enamel Dusty Rose Rim Dinner Plate - Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia at Target. Choose from contactless Same Day Delivery, Drive Up and more. The small town of Glen Rose is where Texas reaches up out of the flat prairie of Fort Worth and greets its guest with scenic vistas and canyons cut by the Brazos River through the ancient limestone. It’s home to Fossil Rim Wildlife Park, an 1,800 acre park where exotic hoofstock such as giraffes, zebras. Mercedes S63 Coupe Wide Body - ROSE GOLD GFG WHEELS. The ROSE GC-FORTY Disc carbon gravel wheels are our ne plus ultra for demanding gravel trails, epic adventure rides, or challenging bike-packing tours - lightweight, extremely stable, and durable. The high-performance wheel with a fine carbon rim for your gravel bike.
Our goal is promoting the preservation and procreation of threatened and endangered species, environmental awareness, and providing a recreational and educational experience for people of all ages. Below, you will find offerings that will help you plan your trip to Fossil Rim and the Glen Rose area.
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Whether you’re visiting Fossil Rim while driving your own vehicle through our 7.2-mile Gosdin Scenic Drive or enjoying a guided tour in one of our vans, please take the following points into consideration when planning your visit:
- Rain or shine, Fossil Rim is the place to be. Come and explore nature at its finest during any season of the year.
- The animals don’t care what the weather is doing, so they’re always out and about. In fact, the rhinos love to slosh around in the mud when it is raining. Keep in mind, we will put the giraffes and rhinos in their yards if the forecast for the night is going to be lower than 50 degrees Fahrenheit or if there will be any inclement weather (heavy rain, hail, etc.). We may also put the giraffes and rhinos in their yards for health or management reasons. Typically, we begin the process of rounding up the giraffes and rhinos, and herding them into their yards from 4-4:30 p.m. Any animal that needs protection from cold or severe weather will also be handled this way.
- Any notice of closure due to inclement weather will be on our main website page. Please check there before leaving home.
- Animal food is free at the Front Gate with the purchase of admission in your own vehicle. It will also be provided on a guided tour at no extra charge. We have a limit of one bag per vehicle for animal health reasons.
- We are located 55 miles southwest of Fort Worth via US-67 and Chisholm Trail Parkway, and also 75 miles from Dallas via US 67. Approximately three miles west of Glen Rose, turn left onto County Road 2008. You can find map directions here.
- ABSOLUTELY NO PETS ALLOWED! We realize that many people travel with their pets, but due to government regulations, pets cannot be allowed on Fossil Rim property or left in parked vehicles in our parking lot. Please take this into consideration while making plans to visit us. There are veterinarians in the Glen Rose area who offer boarding services, and please call us at 254.897.2960 for more information.
- Guided tours, lodging, and driving through the park in your own vehicle must each be reserved in advance.
Call 254.897.2960 for information.
*** Please Note: Travel times quoted above are average, and may take longer due to traffic or weather conditions.
When you visit us for a stay, you multiple choices. The Lodge was the original “ranch house” for the property and, with a few modifications, now serves as a bed and breakfast. Located a half-mile further inside the wildlife center from The Lodge, you’ll find Foothills Safari Camp.
There, you’ll discover seven cabins. The camp is also the location of our glassed-walled pavilion where breakfast is served.
At the midway point of our Gosdin Scenic Drive, you will find the Overlook where you can get out and stretch your legs, plus visit the Nature Store, and Overlook Café.
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Our Nature Store offers many selections of souvenirs and gifts for every age. After ordering some food at the Overlook Café, you can sit down and enjoy it at a nearby picnic table.
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