How long does it take to get through Reptile Gardens?

How long should we plan to visit? It depends on your level of enthusiam for reptiles! Most families average about 3 hours in the summer, and 2 hours in the spring and fall.

How old is Reptile Gardens?

This family-oriented South Dakota attraction was founded by 21-year-old reptile enthusiast Earl Brockelsby and officially opened on June 3, 1937.

Where is the world’s largest reptile zoo?

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Reptile Gardens has more species and subspecies of reptiles than any other zoo or wild animal park in the world! Reptile Gardens is a premier South Dakota destination that houses some of the world’s deadliest snakes and is in the Guinness Book of World Records as the World’s Largest Reptile Zoo.

Is Reptile Gardens open in winter?

Each season pass covers admission for one individual for the rest of the calendar year. We are generally open the first Saturday of March until the last day of November.

Are Reptile Gardens outside?

This varies according to the season. When it is chilly in spring and fall, our attraction is roughly 80% indoors and 20% outdoors. As things warm up and summer arrives, this shifts to about 50% indoors and 50% outdoors.

Can I bring my dog to Reptile Gardens?

Well-behaved leashed dogs that are good around people and kids are allowed. Dogs are welcome inside the buildings to view the reptiles and at most if not all of the shows. Reptile Gardens is located on Highway 16, 5 miles south of Rapid City, heading towards Mt. Rushmore.

Is Reptile Gardens open in the winter?

Which Zoo has the most reptiles?

Reptile Gardens
The world’s largest reptile zoo is Reptile Gardens, just outside Rapid City in South Dakota, USA. As of January 2013, it houses more than 225 different reptilian species and subspecies, which is more than any other zoo or wildlife park.

How many animals are at Reptile Gardens?

Reptile Gardens now has the largest reptile collection in the world — roughly 225 species — as well as tropical parrots, birds of prey, thousands of exotic plants (the “gardens” part of Reptile Gardens) and an entire prairie dog town with pop-up plexiglass bubbles for close human interaction.

Which zoo has most snakes?

To navigate, press the arrow keys. Over one hundred species of reptiles take center stage, including mambas, cobras, rattlesnakes, anacondas, lizards, turtles and alligators. Kentucky Reptile Zoo houses the largest collection of venomous snakes in the US and probably the world.

Is Reptile Gardens Indoor or outdoor?

This varies according to the season. When it is chilly in spring and fall, our attraction is roughly 80% indoors and 20% outdoors. As things warm up and summer arrives, this shifts to about 50% indoors and 50% outdoors. INDOORS: The majority of our reptile displays are indoors and can be enjoyed anytime.

What is the Reptile Gardens in Rapid City SD?

Reptile Gardens is a Black Hills attraction near Rapid City, SD that houses the largest collection of reptiles in the world. The Safari Room in the Sky Dome is a Black Hills attraction at Reptile Gardens that house tropical plants and free-roaming animals.

What is Reptile Gardens like?

World-renowned adventure park, Reptile Gardens is a must-see family attraction no matter what your age. We maintain the finest collection of tropical plants, colorful flowers, and exotic reptiles anywhere – we have more species and subspecies of…more.

Where is the living wall at Reptile Gardens?

The living wall at Reptile Gardens is part of our botanical garden located outside of the Sky Dome. Watch as it changes and grows throughout the season! Methuselah, a giant tortoise who came to Reptile Gardens in 1954, quickly became a local legend and a Rapid City attraction.

What to do at the Reptile Gardens Gift Store?

The Reptile Gardens gift store offers many things you might find in a zoo gift shop, from t-shirts to reptile books & nature movies. Visit the Green Parrot Cafe or the Cola Cabana where you can take a break from exploring and refuel with some delicious food!