Calling all animal lovers! There are quite a few opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts to connect with nature and observe animals up close in Oklahoma City and within a reasonable driving distance. From sprawling wildlife zoos to animal safaris and charming petting zoos, there’s something for families eager to experience the wonders of the animal kingdom.
All of the places we listed are driving distance from Oklahoma City (all either here locally or within a 2.5 hour drive).
Wildlife Near OKC | Zoos, Safaris, & Petting Farms
Thank you to Tanganyika Wildlife in Goddard, KS for sponsoring this guide.
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Zoos
Oklahoma City Zoo | OKC
Tulsa Zoo | Tulsa, OK
Sedgwick County Zoo | Wichita, KS
Tanganyika Wildlife Park | Goddard, KS
Petting Farms
Orr Family Farm | OKC
Mollie Spencer Farm | Yukon, OK
Magnolias & Prayers: Everything Alpaca | Newcastle, OK
Paige Farms Dairy Goats + The Bearded Doe & Co. | Coyle, OK
Safaris/ Exotic Animals
Arbuckle Wilderness | Davis, OK
Lost Creek Safari | Stillwater, OK
Safari’s Sanctuary | Broken Bow, OK
Tiger Safari | Tuttle, OK
Safari Zoological Park | Caney, KS
Zoo Safari | Locust Grove, OK
Wildlife Refuges
Salt Plains Wildlife Refuge | Jet, OK
Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge | Indiahoma,OK
Little River National Wildlife Refuge| Broken Bow, OK
If you are looking for Aquariums with sea life, check our Guide to Aquariums Near OKC here.
