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Western North Carolina Nature Center
75 Gashes Creek Road, Asheville, North Carolina, United States
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About the Western North Carolina Nature Center
The Western North Carolina Nature Center, located at 75 Gashes Creek Road in Asheville, North Carolina, is a popular tourist attraction and zoo. Visitors can see a variety of animals such as black bears, red wolves, otters, and red pandas. The Nature Center is open 361 days a year, with admissions from 10am-3:30pm and the park closing at 4:30pm. Military personnel receive free admission with ID, and Asheville City residents receive discounted admission. The Nature Center is supported by the City of Asheville’s Parks & Recreation Department. Visitors can become a Friend of the WNC Nature Center to enjoy savings and benefits as a member. Corporate Friends and Partners help support the Nature Center’s animal habitats, education programs, and conservation efforts. Reservations are not required, and tickets do not need to be purchased online in advance. Come visit the WNC Nature Center to learn more about the special animals that call it home and help keep Asheville wild!
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75 Gashes Creek Rd, Asheville, NC 28805, United States
Opening hours of Western North Carolina Nature Center
Monday:
10:00 - 15:30
Tuesday:
10:00 - 15:30
Wednesday:
10:00 - 15:30
Thursday:
10:00 - 15:30
Friday:
10:00 - 15:30
Saturday:
10:00 - 15:30
Sunday:
10:00 - 15:30
Reviews of Western North Carolina Nature Center
"Very pleasant 45-60 minute stroll through well kept zoo with animals and plants naitive to the beautiful Western North Carolina Mountains. Also includes indoor live reptile display. We go often to walk with our yearly pass and have become very in-touch with many of the "residents" there!"
"Really enjoyed our visit here in winter. Black bears weren’t visible, but we got to see the coyotes, red panda, bobcat in the middle of the day. Loved all the different parts and tractor photo op!"
"We had a lot of fun here. We used our reciprocal zoo pass with Zoo Atlanta and my husband was given free entrance because he is a veteran. We loved the little nature stops where you play with nature. The chickens were fun to watch. You can't feed any of the farm animals though. Unfortunately, a lot of animals were away because it was so cold. We will probably come back when it's warmer."
"This was a wonderful stop while traveling through the area. We stopped because we got free entry as NC Zoo members and were glad we did. Lots of animals to see up close. You could tell the animals were well cared for and they care about conservation. The gift shop was a little small but everything else was wonderful. We will likely return."
"Awesome small local zoo, perfect for toddlers as its not too large and the animal viewing is excellent. I believe there are about 40 species of animals to see (which doesn't sound like a lot, but its plenty) which was good for 2-3 hours and we still didn't get to see everything. We have a toddler, so we like to visit zoos when we travel and we are members of our local zoo. The exhibits here were some of the most accessible we've seen and the habitats are excellent. Animals can be viewed through fences, and almost every exhibit has a crystal clear glass viewing area. The bear exhibit was SO COOL! There is a walkway above the perimeter of the exhibit, at one point we were able to get within 15' or so with it right on the other side of the fence. All of the animals were active and out and about. So many zoos have animals that are lethargic or hiding in areas of their exhibit that are not visible. I don't think there was a single exhibit that was a letdown. Many of the farm animals that the little kids like are right at the beginning and super accessible. Goats, sheep, chickens, etc. Very popular. Totally a must-visit if traveling with a toddler. Price is on the higher side, but parking is free and quality is excellent, so the price tag is worth it!"
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