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Lion Habitat Ranch inc

Name: Lion Habitat Ranch inc
Address: 382 Bruner Ave, Henderson, NV 89044, Henderson, NV, US
Telephone: (702) 595-6666
Rating: 4.6

★★★★☆ 4.6 (2448 reviews)

📍 382 Bruner Ave, Henderson, NV 89044

📞 (702) 595-6666

🌐 www.lionhabitatranch.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–2 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–2 PM
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	10 AM–2 PM
Friday	10 AM–2 PM
Saturday	10 AM–2 PM
Sunday	10 AM–2 PM

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About Lion Habitat Ranch inc

Destination for lion education & viewing. Several lions & a giraffe live at this sanctuary with optional guided tours & feeding experiences. Lion Habitat Ranch has been operating since 1989, making it a 35+ year-old sanctuary focused on lion education and rescue. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,448 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Wildlife Sanctuary & Animal Habitat
Best For: All ages, families, animal lovers
Highlights: Lion feeding, animal encounters, behind-the-scenes tours, enrichment demonstrations, yoga with lions
Hours: Thursday-Tuesday 10am-2pm (last admission 1pm), closed Wednesdays
Location: Minutes from Las Vegas Strip, Henderson, NV

💡 Did You Know?

🏛️Lion Habitat Ranch has been operating since 1989, making it a 35+ year-old sanctuary focused on lion education and rescue
⭐The facility houses retired show lions and animals that are rescues or pet surrenders, providing sanctuary care for animals with previous human interaction
⭐Offers an unusually intimate interactive experience called 'Yoga with the Lions,' allowing visitors to practice yoga alongside the big cats
⭐The facility is an outdoor sanctuary in Henderson, Nevada with a limited operating window (Thursday-Tuesday, 10am-1pm, closed Wednesdays) and subject to weather-related closures
⭐Maintains a diverse collection including lions, giraffe, ostriches, parrots, and tortoises with enrichment demonstrations and behind-the-scenes tours requiring 48-hour advance booking

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Arrive early within operating hours (10am-1pm Thursday-Tuesday) and plan to visit before 1pm last admittance, as the facility closes at 2pm. This gives you adequate time to experience the lions and other animals without feeling rushed.
💡Bring young children (even toddlers as young as 1.5 years old) - they can get unusually close to the lions and may be equally fascinated by the tortoises, emus, and ostriches. There are no age or height restrictions, making this accessible for families with small kids.
💬Complete your online ticket purchase and waivers in advance to skip lines and streamline your check-in, allowing more time for actual animal interactions during your limited 1-hour window of operation after arriving.
💡Take advantage of the knowledgeable volunteer staff (like Volunteer Jim mentioned in reviews) who provide extensive animal facts and photo opportunities. Engage with them throughout your visit to enhance the educational experience and learn interesting animal trivia.
💡Check weather conditions before visiting since this is an outdoor facility that may close due to rain. Plan your visit accordingly and choose a clear day to ensure the ranch remains open during your trip.