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East Texas Gators and Wildlife Park
📍 9515 FM1255, Grand Saline, TX 75140🕐 Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–5 PM |
About East Texas Gators and Wildlife Park
East Texas Gators and Wildlife Park is a zoo in Grand Saline, TX. The park features 140+ exotic animals including rare species such as Asian small-clawed otters, ring-tailed lemurs, sloths, spider monkeys, and capuchins. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 832 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Best For
- All ages
- Highlights
- 140+ exotic animals, 4 interactive encounters (monkeys, lemurs, sloths, otters), hands-on guided experiences
- Special Experiences
- Private tours, after-hours events, birthday parties
💡 Did You Know?
- The park features 140+ exotic animals including rare species such as Asian small-clawed otters, ring-tailed lemurs, sloths, spider monkeys, and capuchins
- Offers multiple interactive animal encounter experiences including hands-on Monkey Encounter, Lemur Encounter, Sloth Encounter with feeding and petting, and Otto Encounter with otter playtime
- Provides specialized visitor experiences including private tours, after-hours tours, and birthday parties in addition to general admission
- Reviews highlight visitor interactions with diverse species including kangaroos, caracal kittens, otters, lemurs, monkeys, and sloths during personal encounters
💬 What Visitors Say
- Book animal encounter experiences online in advance to secure your preferred time slot, especially for popular encounters like the Sloth Encounter (feeding and petting) and Monkey Encounter, as these hands-on experiences fill up quickly.
- Plan to spend 2-3 hours to experience both general admission and at least one animal encounter. The venue has abundant shaded areas and picnic tables, making it comfortable for extended visits with families.
- Watch for free open house events and special deals that the park frequently runs to significantly reduce admission costs, as reviewers noted the venue offers affordable pricing with regular promotions.
- Take advantage of the Baby Room facility and the knowledgeable, friendly staff who actively educate visitors about animal care and behavior during encounters—this educational interaction is highlighted as a key strength of the park.
- Don't miss the rare and unique animals featured here that you won't typically see at other zoos, including spider monkeys, ring-tailed lemurs, sloths, and Asian small-clawed otters—reviewers specifically praised the variety of unfamiliar wildlife.
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