Zoos

Lake Tobias Wildlife Park

Name: Lake Tobias Wildlife Park
Address: 760 Tobias Rd, Halifax, PA 17032, Halifax, PA, US
Telephone: (717) 362-9126
Rating: 4.8

★★★★☆ 4.8 (6888 reviews)

📍 760 Tobias Rd, Halifax, PA 17032

📞 (717) 362-9126

🌐 www.laketobias.com

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	Closed
Friday	Closed
Saturday	10 AM–3 PM
Sunday	10 AM–3 PM

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About Lake Tobias Wildlife Park

Reptile house, a petting zoo & safaris. Park draws kids & animal lovers for reptiles, petting zoo & safari rides through a 150-acre terrain. Features a petting zoo with camels and llamas, allowing visitors to interact with exotic animals typically not found in traditional petting zoos. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,888 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Zoo
Best For: All Ages
Exhibits: Zoo exhibits featuring giraffes, tigers, zebras, baboons, ostriches, gibbons, kangaroos, lions; Reptiles & Exotics building with scaly, slithery creatures and exotic mammals; Petting Zoo; J.R. Tobias Museum & Education Center; more than 1,000 animals from six continents
Admission: Zoo Exhibits + Safari Tour — $21/person; Zoo Exhibits Only — $11/person; Drive-Thru Safari — $10/person (April and November only); Military Admission — FREE with military I.D.; Children 2 & under — FREE

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Features a petting zoo with camels and llamas, allowing visitors to interact with exotic animals typically not found in traditional petting zoos
⭐Houses zebras and lemurs among its exotic species collection, providing exposure to African and Madagascar wildlife in a local Virginia setting
⭐Offers interactive animal feeding experiences where visitors can feed farm animals, combining education with hands-on engagement
⭐Maintains high animal welfare standards with visitors noting all animals appeared well-cared for and healthy, supported by clear informational signage at enclosures

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Visit during warmer months for the best experience - several visitors noted the park is much more enjoyable when weather is pleasant, likely because more animals are active and outdoor areas are more comfortable
💡Plan to spend time at the animal feeding stations - this is a highlighted favorite activity for both kids and adults. Bring extra cash for animal food purchases
💡Arrive with kids ready to enjoy the large playground and slides alongside animal viewing - this combination makes it a full day activity rather than just an animal park visit
💡Plan for interactive animal encounters like petting experiences (chinchillas noted in reviews) - arrive early or ask staff about scheduling to ensure handlers are available for these popular interactions
💡Budget enough time to read the clear informational signs posted near all enclosures to maximize the educational value of your visit