Zoos

Fort Chiswell Animal Park

Name: Fort Chiswell Animal Park
Address: 569 Red Hollow Rd, Max Meadows, VA 24360, Max Meadows, VA, US
Telephone: (276) 637-6754
Rating: 4.7

★★★★☆ 4.7 (798 reviews)

📍 569 Red Hollow Rd, Max Meadows, VA 24360

📞 (276) 637-6754

🌐 www.fortchiswellanimalpark.com

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	Closed
Friday	10 AM–5 PM
Saturday	10 AM–5 PM
Sunday	10 AM–5 PM

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About Fort Chiswell Animal Park

Fort Chiswell Animal Park is a zoo in Max Meadows, VA. The park features a famous camel named Puff that has become a signature attraction, with multiple visitor reviews highlighting the animal's memorable and interactive personality during safari bus tours. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 798 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Zoo
Location: I-81/I-77 corridor, Virginia
Best For: All ages, animal lovers
Main Attractions: Guided safari bus tour, petting zoo, animal encounters
Admission: $20 adults, $15 children (3-12), under 2 free

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The park features a famous camel named Puff that has become a signature attraction, with multiple visitor reviews highlighting the animal's memorable and interactive personality during safari bus tours
⭐Fort Chiswell Animal Park offers interactive animal feeding experiences directly from the safari bus, allowing visitors to hand-feed camels, bison, ostriches, water buffalo, and zebras with purchased food buckets
⭐The attraction maintains a 4.7-star rating across 798 reviews, with animal feeding experiences being the most frequently mentioned feature (66 mentions) among visitor feedback
⭐The park is situated within a scenic Blue Ridge Mountains setting and shares proximity to The Mansion at Fort Chiswell, a historical landmark, creating a dual heritage and wildlife experience destination

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Plan your visit to catch the safari bus at least 1 hour before closing time, as the last tour departs an hour prior to facility closure
💡Bring cash for animal feeding buckets ($5 for Zoo Chow or $4 for Roasted Peanuts) — feeding animals from the safari bus is the highlight experience, and the camels (especially 'Puff') are visitor favorites
💡The knowledgeable tour guides provide valuable animal information during the safari ride, so actively engage with them to enhance the educational experience for kids ages 6+
💡Pack a picnic lunch to enjoy at the on-site picnic tables — there are no food vendors at the facility, but free parking and beautiful scenery make this a great spot for a family meal break
🕐Visit during the opening weekend (April 4 & 5, 2026) or on weekday mornings to experience the safari ride with smaller tour groups and have more interactive time with animals