💬 What Parents Say

  • 💡Book capybara encounters in advance as they are a popular attraction and spots fill up quickly based on visitor demand
  • 💡Plan to spend 2-3 hours to experience all attractions including the wagon ride through larger animals, the barn feeding area with llamas/camels/goats, and interactive animal encounters
  • 🕐Visit on a weekday if possible since the park operates Friday-Sunday and selected weekdays with 10am-5pm hours, allowing you to avoid weekend crowds
  • 💡Don't miss the barn feeding area where you can interact with multiple animals (llamas, camels, goats, small cows) - this is consistently highlighted as a favorite activity for both kids and adults
  • 💡Ask staff about the endangered species being repopulated in captivity at the park - this educational component adds meaningful context to your visit and animal interactions

Hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
Friday10 AM–5 PM
Saturday10 AM–5 PM
Sunday10 AM–5 PM

Circle M Safari Park

★★★★☆ 4.9 (249 reviews)
📍 117 Doris Dr, Shelby, NC 28152
Type
Safari Park & Petting Zoo
Best For
All ages
Main Attractions
Safari wagon rides, walk-thru exhibits, petting zoo with animal feeding
Hours
Friday-Sunday 10am-5pm (2026 season starts March 7)
Location
Shelby, North Carolina

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