It's not just bears at Bear Country USA in the Black Hills. A wide
variely of other species native to the Black Hills are also to be seen.
Bear Country Drive-Through Wildlife Park
| Distance |
11 miles |
| Time Needed: |
About two hours |
| Best Time To Go: |
Anytime Open daily from mid May through October. Gates
open at 8 a.m. daily and close at 6 p.m. Closed for winter on Oct. 31,
2004. Reopens in April. |
| Directions: |
Follow US 16A north to US 16. Follow 16 east 7 miles |
| Cost: |
Adults $12 each; Seniors, $10 each; Children (6-12), $6 each; i.e. entry for
vehicle with two adults and two children, $36. Maximum charge for private vehicle $40. (2007 rates) |
| Highlights: |
Drive-Through Animal Park, Wildlife |
| Description: |
Bear Country USA is a drive-through
wildlife park that features many of the animals native to the Black
Hills. On display are bears (naturally), wolves, cougars, deer, elk,
antelope and buffalo which roam free throughout the park-like setting.
A popular attraction is the walk-through bear cub and small
animal exhibit.
Contact: Bear Country USA, 13820 South Hwy. 16, Rapid City, South Dakota 57701. Phone: (605) 343-2290 Fax: (605) 341-3206.
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