Refuge Hours
Limited tour sizes. Tram departs on the hour – final tour departs 1 hour before close.
| Open | Closed | |
|---|---|---|
| General Hours | 9:00am | 4:00pm |
| General Hours (DST) | 9:00am | 5:00pm |
| Thanksgiving | 9:00am | 1:00pm |
| Christmas Eve | 9:00am | 1:00pm |
| Christmas | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| New Years Day | 11:00am | 4:00pm |
Additional Activities
Discovery Area
Venture around the open area of our park and see all of our smaller animal residents at your own pace. Stroll down our bear tunnel to see some of our bears and big cats (can see the other bears on specialty tours).
Educational Programming
Join one of our wildlife interpreters during your visit to explore and discover the refuge and its residents in a different way through interactive talks, games, and much more. Help us be the voice of wildlife everywhere to protect their future.
Gift Shop
With a wide variety of cruelty free, eco-friendly merchandise and apparel available in our gift shop and online stores, you’re sure to find the perfect souvenir or gift for you and your family or friends.
Stay Overnight
Enjoy an evening, weekend, or week at the Refuge! Get the full experience at the refuge and make fun and unique memories, all while helping the animals at Turpentine Creek.
Have any questions about the Refuge?
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Members of Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge get discounts on admission, lodging, specialty tours, and the gift shop, along with many other benefits.