Western North Carolina Nature Center

Western North Carolina Nature Center

Zoo
Asheville
Save
Share
Western North Carolina Nature Center
8.5/10
97
ratings
  • Tips
    Carl H.
    "Be sure to see the Cougars --- big Big Cats!"(3 Tips)
    Cameron B.
    "The otters exhibit was awesome."(3 Tips)
    Jarrett H.
    "I love the wolves and cougars!"(2 Tips)
    Mandarin D.
    "native animals and plants."(2 Tips)
Tips and Reviews icon16 Tips and reviews
Filter:
  • cougars
  • otters
  • wolves
  • wildlife
  • great value
  • (1 more)
User icon
Log in to leave a tip here.

Sort:
  • Popular
  • Recent
  • Brandy B.heart icon on user image
    Brandy BradleyAugust 22, 2017
    The WNC Nature Center is a well-established zoo featuring wildlife native to the local area. The nature center is AZA accredited. Prominent exhibits include river otters, cougars, & red & gray wolves.
  • Mitchell C.heart icon on user image
    Mitchell CurrinAugust 9, 2014
    Beautiful facility which feels very natural for the animals in their habitats. A can't miss for your visit to Asheville.
  • Cecilia S.heart icon on user image
    Cecilia ShawJuly 7, 2015
    It is a great educational experience! As you walk through each exhibit, you can lean a good bit of information about each animal in North Carolina
  • Cameron B.
    Cameron BradshawMarch 17, 2013
    The otters exhibit was awesome. The otters really put on a show for everyone.
  • Oscar A.
    Oscar AriasDecember 30, 2012
    An excelent activity for families with kids. Make sure to check out the activity back pack.
  • Mandarin D.
    Mandarin DrummondMarch 28, 2010
    For people with kids in east Asheville - an annual membership is affordable a and great value. This place is basically like a zoo specializing in NC native animals and plants. Read more
  • Kara M.heart icon on user image
    Kara MundyJuly 20, 2016
    Go in the morning. Animals are napping in the afternoon.
  • Scott A.
    Scott AlexanderJuly 5, 2013
    This venue is free to military members and family. It was a nice place to visit.
  • JCoolheart icon on user image
    JCoolJune 24, 2018
    Small but it has great exhibits
  • Katya K.
    Katya Killer of LightMarch 19, 2011
    Come one, come all, taunt the peacock, encourage your kids to taunt the peacock, apparently it's ok by the staff....
  • Laura M.heart icon on user image
    Laura MichaelNovember 9, 2015
    The staff and its well organized
  • Jason S.
    Jason SiskJuly 6, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    You can pick up plans for bird houses at the front desk
  • Carl H.
    Carl HughesApril 13, 2012
    Be sure to see the Cougars --- big Big Cats!
  • Carl H.
    Carl HughesApril 13, 2012
    Great Place to see Local Wildlife.
  • Jarrett H.
    Jarrett HodgeNovember 23, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    I love the wolves and cougars!
  • Chris M.
    Chris MullinsApril 30, 2010
    See Nibbles the groundhog
Photos115 Photos

Related Searches

  • western north carolina nature center asheville •
  • western north carolina nature center asheville photos •
  • western north carolina nature center asheville location •
  • western north carolina nature center asheville address •
  • western north carolina nature center asheville •
  • western north carolina nature center asheville •
  • wnc nature center asheville •

Foursquare © 2024  Lovingly made in NYC, CHI, SEA & LA

Compass icon
Western North Carolina Nature Center
75 Gashes Creek Rd
Asheville, NC 28805
United States
Get directions
Information icon
Asheville's Wildlife Park!
Clock icon
Closed until 10:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
  • Mon–Sun
    • 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Phone icon
(828) 259-8080
World Wide Web icon
Facebook icon
WNCNatureCenter
Twitter icon
@friendswildwnc
Features
Credit Cards
Yes
See More

Places inside Western North Carolina Nature Center

You might also like

Places people like to go after Western North Carolina Nature Center

Appears on 36 lists

See all
United States » North Carolina » Buncombe County » Asheville »

Is this your business? Claim it now.

Make sure your information is up to date. Plus use our free tools to find new customers.