Safari Wild Animal Park

This place is AWESOME. I bring my friends and family here all the time, but as someone who has been here 5+ times… here a few tips:

-DO NOT bring your very nice/brand new car here. Some of the animals like to jump up on your door and the food pellets will go up inside your window. I still find stray pellets in my car to this day.

-Buy extra bags of food. Some of the animals are smart with a combination of greed. They like to steal your entire bag.

-Ration out your food and save it for the end. There are giraffes at the very end and I’m sure you’ll want to feed them.

-If you want to feed the big ole bison and he’s laying down, just shake your food bag. He’ll get up.

-I’ve never done this, but DO NOT bring your pets along with you. They don’t allow pets and it should be common sense not bring them.

-Try coming on a weekday if possible. It’s never fun to be stuck behind multiple cars.

A MUST SEE!! I have a 2 year old and 7 month old who loves this drive through safari park! The giraffes are the absolute highlight though! They come right up to you and you can pet them and feed them. Amazing! I went around 4pm on a Tuesday and there was no one in sight. Big win!

This is an amazing place!! We are new to the area and was looking for something family oriented and Safari Wild was perfect!! We drove through the park, loved feeding the animals. We also visited with the owner for a while at the end while eating lunch, great guy!! Absolutely amazing family friendly place!!! Don’t trust the negative reviews… They must of been posted by competitors or people that think the animals are trained. We absolutely loved this place and will be returning!!

It was great. Plenty of animals, and overall had a good time. At first lots of the animals came up to us so we can feed them. Beware the ostrich is pretty ruthless it almost climbed on top of our car and isn't gentle when grabbing food. The best animal there has to be the giraffe because they were super nice and soft. The one thing is was kinda disappointing on was that the giraffe tower was closed, so we couldn't give them the rest of our feed. Watch out for the pot holes. Anyways I had a good time.

We reached there just before 4 pm and after we bought tickets and feeds we went inside. It was not much crowd. There were sheep and birds before entering the safari. We had to pay extra $5 to go inside the bird house. There were a lot of animals. We hand fed the animals and had such an amazing experience.

Elk & Bison Prairie

Only $5.00 per car for entry, and definitely worth it! We had a wonderful time observing the Elk, Bison, and Turkeys! The current population is listed as 60 Elk and 70 Bison. The day we went, we were able to see 5 Elk, 12 Turkeys, and about 30 Bison. We made two loops through the prairie and took it all in thoroughly. I definitely recommend visiting this place if you're interested in wildlife and in the area!

We went last night at 430pm. Stopped and talked to a volunteer who showed us some Elk horns. They said they hadn't seen many bison this season but it was the end of the elk rut so there may be some out. We saw SO many elk! Then the next day at 10am we decided to just stop by again and see if there was any chance we'd see the elk again. We got a HUGE (literal) surprise when not only did we see elk but also around 40 bison!! Such a cool experience

What an adventure driving the 3.5 miles loop through the 700 acre Elk and Bison prairie reserve which was like a Safari. We got stuck in the middle of a Bison herd for about an hour. We had a few Bison rubbing against the front of our truck making it shake hard. You will see stunning native grasslands as would have been 200 years ago. The herds are around 50 Elk and 50 Bison. The $5.00 fee to enter is money well spent to maintain this incredible habitat. I tried to get Diana to stand beside a Bison for a picture but no luck. Lol

We were very fortunate and saw several bison lounging along the edge of the trees. The roads are pretty well kept and safe for driving your vehicles.   We definitely enjoyed our visit.   Well worth $5!

We bought our ticket/ souvenir card at the planetarium.  Short drive north to the prairie. We saw bison right next to the entrance but nothing else the rest of the drive. But it was a nice dtive and great to think about how wonderful it is to have these places to encourage nature and build up a natural population.

Socorro Historic Plaza

It seems that there aren’t many shops left here. I did visit one gift shop that was open and bought a few things. I spent more time circling around the plaza hoping there was more to do. Might have been more exciting years ago.

Every old-school town has a park and some are as loved and cared for as this one. The ancient trees, and I mean awesome old trees, give voice to the fact that the town's people have dedicated their love and care for a century in order to preserve this plaza's park with such a grand shade place and peaceful lawn. The rotunda is pretty darn large and special.

A good place to park your folding chair and space out, thinking about the folks that did exactly that and pondered WW1 instead of a Pandemic.....

Fresh local produce, live music, fun for the kids. All in the center of Socorro. A weekly must visit to see what's new!!

Nothing much in this plaza..kinda boring actually. Took less than an hour to walk through. Most of the historical buildings were ruined by modern signs.

The park itself was beautiful! We were there on a Sunday afternoon, and it was surprisingly busy with many people hanging out or walking through.  Some seemed sketchy to us, but we did see a few police cars patrolling the area in the less than three hours we were there.

Southland Safari Guided Tours

What an incredible experience! The VIP tour is fantastic and key for a large family event. Michael is a gifted guide and clearly loves every single animal. I love that many animals are rescued and cared for like babies. The zoo is pristine due to the care placed in it. We will be doing this every year when I come home! Thanks for a wonderful time and for catering to my Mema. She loved it. Happy Holidays.

Most amazing animal encounter and zoo I have ever visited! The animals definitely come first. Everything is clean and safe. Worth every penny and the VIP tour was exceptional. Mike was a great guide!

A truly unique experience that is worth every penny! Our tour guide was so nice and hilarious, and helped make this a one of a kind experience! We loved learning how Southland Safari started and hope that it will be around for a long time. Everyone we met was so nice.  I highly recommend staying in the cabins the night before your tour. You’ll leave wanting to plan your next trip to Southland Safari, I promise!

We had a wonderful time, our tour was fun and entertaining. The hands on experience with the animals is something we will never forget. Thank you so much

Did VIP safari on my birthday this past Sunday. Was meant to have additional guests join but they suffered a death in the family a couple of days before - it was not an issue for the Southland folks and they adjusted the booking accordingly. Ended up being just me and my daughter and the fantastic guide Michael. He shared so much information with us and was wonderful with my 3 year old. The variety of animals was great. We loved our animal encounters, such wonderful experiences. It had been raining all night before but somehow they managed to get that to stop for our tour (it started back up as soon as we were done)! Michael even recommended a Mexican restaurant for our lunch after - delicious food. Just a fantastic experience, would highly recommend to anyone and everyone.

Wild Country Safari Park

This was such a FUN place to go with my kids! They absolutely loved our time here and did not want to leave. We rode a bus through the park and they allowed everyone to feed all the animals included with our field trip, they then got to go and pet and feed kangaroos , ostrich , deer , donkey, zebra, CAMELS! And more. The camels were hilarious the kids were screaming and laughing the whole Time! They have a nice lunch picnic area, another petting zoo and playground equipment. For a bunch of wild animals everywhere this place was extremely clean and tidy. We also loved talking to the birds in the gift shop. The only other advice or information would be that if you come I highly suggest you use their tour bus to drive through the park rather than your personal vehicle. I wouldn’t want the animals scratching or getting slobber inside my actual vehicle but the tour was perfect and they tell you a lot of cool animal facts too. Highly suggest a visit here

The other drive yourself through Safari Park I have been to did not allow any feeding of animals and more variety of animals.

That said, this was pretty darn cool seeing the animals look you right in the eye all up close and personal. It was like they were staring into my soul. Relatively inexpensive. I would recommend if you are doing other things in the area, not necessarily making a special trip just for this.

We found this drive-thru safari traveling from Jackson, Mississippi to Shreveport, Louisiana and what an enjoyable stop it was! From the exotic birds, converted safari school bus, variety of animals (camels and ostriches were our favorite) and experiencing feeding them, to the friendly and knowledgeable staff, we had a blast.

We had a fantastic time. Just the two of us on the bus (you defo don't want to drive your vehicle through). I was busy feeding all the herbavores as my hubby took pictures. I managed to get a few of this Zonkey. The Beefalo are spectacular. Bison and Watusi cattle crosses. Such fun!!!

It's a nice place to escape and be with the nature. Animals are friendly, happy, and well-fed. The staff and the owner are very informative and welcoming. Would love to re-visit next time.

Teghtmeyer Ace Hardware

This is a nice, although relatively small hardware store. It's easy to find what you need, and the staff are fairly helpful.

Every time I enter this Ace Hardware someone greets me with a question about how they might assist me.  I find this to be so helpful and it makes the environment very welcoming. Great store!!!

Always friendly and extremely helpful. Store is always well stocked and clean. Overall one of the best hardware stores that I have been in.

If you need fasteners this place hands down has the best selection in Marshall County...

Incredibly helpful! Kyle and Rob gave us tons of help, went above and beyond to help us get our broken car fixed in the parking lot.

Wilstem

My daughter and I just stayed at the Capone cabin.  We went on the evening elephant encounter and the did the entire elephant encounter the next day along with the giraffe encounter and the safari. Words cannot even begin to describe how much fun we had, from Joe with the elephants and the gentleman with the giraffes to the Roos and Crew team, everyone was so knowledgeable of and  attentive to the animals, it was amazing! You can tell the staff LOVE these animals, they are well cared the grounds of property inside and out are so clean. The cabin was clean and had so many things available inside to use during our stay, right down to dishes in the cabinet.  I cannot remember the last time I laughed as hard as I did on the safari, the animals were not shy at all to come to the car and get feed. It was amazing! The staff were incredible! We will be back, big shout out to the Wilstem team, you are wonderful. 😃

What a wonderful place this is! I am so happy that all these animals are being taken care of and living well. And....the public is allowed to enjoy it all up close. The elephant encounter was fantastic!  Brian took time to answer all my questions and thoroughly explain the daily events of Vicky and Cindy.  The drive through safari was amazing,  but beware of the ostriches and emus because they are very aggressive trying to get the food. I loved every minute of it. The gift shop is full of great clothes and items for adults and children alike.
I would like to have seen signs or billboards advertising the park along the main road as that might attract people who are unaware of its existence.  Lastly,  it would definitely benefit the park to have overnight parking for RVs to grab those passerbys.  Thank you Wilstem for providing an experience I will never forget.

This place is amazing!! The animals are quite friendly.  They are well cared for and have lots of room to roam. The big birds are inquisitive and will eat from the bucket. Hold it tight, the "bite" is strong and easy to drop.
The giraffes and Issac were wonderful! I can't say enough good things about Wilstem! We will definitely be back.

Luna, the sloth made our day! She was so friendly and so active  for a 🦥, she was a real diva! She let us feed and pet her and then was playing with her blankie and soft toy. It was a fun experience for all of us! We will definitely go to visit Luna again.
The other animals such as the giraffe, kangaroos, monkeys, and even the parrot were all so friendly.

We went for the otter experience and it was amazing. Cash, Hank, and George are the 3 otters you get to meet. Rebecca is their handler and was full of knowledge. You can tell she is their human momma. Very unique experience that I won’t forget.
Do wish that you could walk up to the elephant enclosure just to see them but that’s part of another experience that you either pay to drive through or walk through their building.
Beautiful grounds that the potential to do so much!

Monument Valley

Stayed at the View Campground in one of the cabins in Monument Valley. Worth it for the amazing sunrise. The drive around the valley was fantastic. I would definitely recommend four wheel drive and decent clearance. We saw some couples in small cars on the rocky sections really struggle.

Beautiful and majestic place with good roads. The scenic route is worth it with many great views! You pay 9 dollars per person at the entrance and that’s it! They give you a useful map. Overall very worth it!

Monument Valley Tribal Park within the Navajo Nation is an awe-inspiring testament to nature's artistry. The towering sandstone formations, with their majestic spires and mesas, create a mesmerizing panorama that seems straight out of a cinematic masterpiece. Driving through the park's scenic loop offers breathtaking views of iconic landmarks like the Mittens, Merrick Butte, and the vast open desert stretching to the horizon.

Exploring Monument Valley is a spiritual journey, immersing visitors in the rich culture and history of the Navajo people while marveling at the geological wonders sculpted by time. The striking red hues at sunrise and sunset transform the landscape into a vibrant canvas, making every moment a photographer's dream.

Visiting Monument Valley Tribal Park is an unforgettable experience, evoking a sense of wonder and reverence for the raw beauty of the American Southwest. It's a must-see destination that leaves an indelible mark on the soul, showcasing the timeless allure of the Navajo Nation's natural and cultural heritage.

I considered Monument Valley to be a “must see” on our road trip. We stayed in one of the cabins on-site so we could see the sunrise. I was not at all disappointed. We had a Navajo guide for our tour; he gave a lot of insight to Native inhabitants and lifestyle.

The place is definitely worth visiting! You pay $15 for vehicle and have a chance to see all these breathtaking rock forms by driving to them. There are several stops on the route for admiring the views and taking photos. I would suggest spending here 2-3 hours.

Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary

This Sanctuary was one of the coolest places my husband and I visited while traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday. The animals are obviously very happy and very well cared for. Despite the time of year, we saw many active animals and got some great pictures! The staff obviously love what they do and were so kind and friendly as well. We will definitely pay a visit again in the future!

Very nice that they’re trying to care for these animals but not a great place to visit. Pretty expensive admission fee for what it is. They keep the animals in enclosures that are too small for their size and activity level… not the best. Overall, disappointing.

Im happy to be able to support a place with such a fantastic conservation and education mission. What a wonderful representation of animals in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

We did a private tour this month (Jan) since they are closed for the winter. It was super affordable and so educational! We had a tour guide the entire time and spent time getting to know each animals story, and how they fit into the Yellowstone ecosystem. These animals all have a story of why they cannot be released back into the wild and they are so well cared for at this sanctuary. I highly recommend a winter tour if you are in Red Lodge!

Passing thought to cook city. Decided to check this place out. It's on the smaller side. Everyone was friendly and kind. We got to hear a red tailed hawk squak, a raccon noise, and a bobcat noise.

Town Square

Wanted to give it a review for the 2022 Pork Festival, it was great and definitely better than Elwood's Glass Festival for sure. It was storming Saturday night and the band didn't play. That is completely understandable. Food and venues still going. For what the weather was I'm completely happy how it turned out.
Next weekend is Frankton Heritage Days and $2 a person to get in. Not worth it and not even 1/4 of anything 🤮

Such a small town feel with the welcoming shops and vendors.   The dunk tank was pretty awesome.

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