Chestatee Wildlife Preserve & Zoo

11/15/2023

We will be closed Sunday, November 19, 2023 for CW Wathen’s “Celebration of Life”.

07/02/2023

We will be open July 4th and all proceeds will go towards a local family in need! When you have a serious illness, you need all your friends to step up and help!
🙏🏼 Please pray and ask God to heal all from breast cancer!
God bless ❤️

Chestatee Wildlife Reserve is home to over 100 rescued, orphaned, illegal or just unwanted animals.

05/18/2023

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04/01/2023

Looking for something to do with your “Spring Breakers”? We are open every day from 10am to 4pm.
Age 11 and under $10. Age 12 and older $15.

07/13/2020

Flash is the sweetest sloth ever!

05/12/2020

We will be open to the public beginning Saturday, May 16thfrom 9 am to 4 pm! Please understand that we are open air, but you must still social distance from those who are not in your group.
Most important you must bring your own hand sanitizers and wipes along with a bag to take your trash home with you. Due to continued shortages of sanitizers and towels we cannot provide these items.
Also, we will only accept cash. You will pay for your entire group while in the car before parking. Please have your money ready upon arrival.
Admission: age 12 and older $15
age 11 and younger $10
(under age 12 months no charge)
Thank you!

05/12/2020

We will be open to the public Saturday, May 16th and Sunday, May 17th from 9 am to 4 pm. Please understand that we are open air, but you must still social distance from those who are not in your group.

Most important you must bring your own hand sanitizers and wipes along with a bag to take your trash home with you. Due to continued shortages of sanitizers and towels we cannot provide these items.

Also, we will only accept cash. You will pay for your entire group while in the car before parking.

Please have your money ready upon arrival.

Admission: age 12 and older $15

age 11 and younger $10

(under age 12 months no charge)

Thank you!

05/12/2020

04/12/2020

Feeding the BEARS!

04/12/2020

ZeeZee had her Baby!

04/08/2020

Simon snacking!

04/04/2020

Toby our Black Bear loves fish!

04/04/2020

Taking a break with Pippi and Pippi! They are enjoying the beautiful weather and getting to roam the entire Preserve! Do you think they wonder where all their human friends are?

03/15/2020

Effective Sunday, March 15th we are closing to the public because of the COVID-19 virus. This decision was made in accordance with public health guidelines. We must ensure the safety of our volunteers, keepers and our precious primates and other species that could possibly be affected by this virus. We are so sorry for the inconvenience and pray for your good health!

If you would like to continue your canned goods donations to the animals please do! All you need to do is leave them at our gate. Thank you so much!!!

05/04/2019

This is why I love rainy days! Katie Bear and Yonah Bear relaxing after 2 bottles each. “Humming” is the sound they make while sucking and it is similar to cats “purring”. They are happy sweet bears! We are so blessed! ❤️🐻

05/02/2019

Katie Bear and Yonah Bear are reunited! These two baby black bears haven’t seen each other in about two months. Thanks to a special friend they will always be together! We will keep you posted and share their adventures!

03/21/2019

Horse & Pony Rides!

03/14/2019

Visit the animals at Chestatee Wildlife Zoo this weekend and take a pony ride!

11/01/2018

Toby Bear has all new toys!

10/14/2018

Wagon rides through the Preserve!

07/05/2017

Experienced zookeepers wanted! Full and part-time positions available. Please see our website for more information or apply in person 9 to 4 pm daily and speak with C.W. Basic requirements needed before applying:
18 years or older,
High school graduate,
Animal keeper experience,
Good communication skills.
Hard worker-available every day, Have your own transportation, Georgia drivers license and
Submit to background check and drug testing.
Please do not message to this post. All applications must be in person. Ask for CW. Thank you

06/22/2017

10/6/13 We transferred Luna & Rio to their new living quarters! These photos were taken by Wesley Carr, copyright 2013

02/22/2017

Guess what? We have new residents! "Sabrina" a beautiful Cougar, "Juanita" an Olive Baboon plus a few others! Here are a few pictures and more will come in the next few days 😍

02/17/2017

FIELD TRIPS! Bring your class, your entire grade our the whole school for only $5 per student. Bring your lunch and eat with the animals. Private animal shows are available too!

01/07/2017

Tonka loves the snow, but the girls love to aggravate him!

01/07/2017

Tonka and the girls enjoying the snow!

07/03/2016

It's the perfect time to visit us!

12/26/2015

Today is an awesome day to visit with the animals!

12/13/2015

Our Christmas display at the Anthony Families home!

12/13/2015

Christmas "Party Animals"! You girls are awesome!