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Wolves playing in the snow at the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center
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Embark on a truly wild encounter and learn all about wolves in this immersive attraction located in the quiet solitude of the scenic Rocky Mountains. This incredible sanctuary is home to a variety of wolves and wolf hybrids and offers educational tours, up-close encounters and monthly events.

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Get to know one of nature’s most majestic keystone species at the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center. Located east of Colorado Springs in the mountains above Divide, CO, the Center is one of only two sanctuaries with the distinction of achieving accreditation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA)! Since 1993, founder Darlene Kobobel and a staff of devoted volunteers have worked to create a dynamic habitat for this endangered, threatened, and misunderstood species. Their mission is to protect and preserve the species while dispelling the myths and harmful narratives that have hindered the conservation success of wolves and many other wild animals that are critical to our environment. 

The Wolves (and Other Animals) of CWWC

The Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center is home to a variety of wolves, from the smallest to the largest native canid in North America. CWWC also houses two of the rarest wolves in the world — the American Red wolf. It is also the only place you can see them in the state of Colorado! Visitors may also see Mexican gray wolves, a British Columbian/tundra wolf, arctic wolves, timber wolves and more.

The pack also includes foxes, coyotes and wolf hybrids. The frisky fox crew is as diverse as their wolf friends, and includes swift foxes, which are part of the CWWC’s participation in the Species Survival Program. Like the wolves, you and your group can arrange encounters with these animals as part of your visit. 

Your Visit to the Center

Bring your friends and family on a guided tour around the trail where you will observe and learn about wolves, foxes, coyotes and other species that live in the spacious and natural enclosures. CWWC offers seasonal and monthly events, as well as VIP experiences, photo encounters, full moon experiences and encounters with other animals at the sanctuary. The Center has an expansive wolf and wildlife gift shop that offers unique and beautiful gifts for the wold enthusiasts in your life. Explore your options for interactive experiences with ambassador animals. Who doesn’t want to be kissed by a wolf?

CWWC offers experiences for all ages and is open year-round, except Mondays and Christmas Day. All proceeds from your visit go to funding the care, feeding and conservation of the animals and their wild counterparts. 

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From $20 / adult
Hours

8 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Tuesday - Sunday

Reservations strongly recommended
Average time

1-2 hours

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When you visit the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center, you aren't just creating memories that last a lifetime. You are also directly contributing to the care and conservation of the species you love. CWWC is an AZA accredited institution which means the sanctuary is held to the gold standard of animal care, education, and conservation practices. CWWC strives to give animals the best quality of life possible as they cannot be released into the wild. The sanctuary focuses heavily on education to improve the recovery and protections of their wild counterparts. As a 501-C-3 non-profit, all funds from experiences and tours go back to the care of  animal residents and the upkeep of the Center.

Pets are not allowed in the parking lot or on the tour trail, for the wellbeing of our animals. We have a dog run relief area you are welcome to use. Dogs must be kept in your vehicles when not in the dog run; in a shady area, with access to water. 

All events and tours take place outside rain or shine. Trail conditions vary based on the time of year. Accommodations and accessibility details can be located here: https://www.wolfeducation.org/rules.

Educational tours do not have an age requirement. Special events and animal encounters vary. You must be 18+ to enter any enclosures with the exception of ambassador foxes, New Guinea Singing dogs and coydog. Details can be located here: https://www.wolfeducation.org/interactive-tours.

There is a dress code that is strictly enforced for all interactive tours. Standard tours do not have clothing restrictions, but please dress appropriately. Colorado mountain weather can be unpredictable! Here's a helpful guide: https://www.wolfeducation.org/rules

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