We took a bus from Whittier to Anchorage after our cruise that stopped here. Although it was pouring rain during most of our visit it was great to see the various animals in very large enclosures. Would love to visit again with better weather and more time.

It was a nice sunny day when we went and the animals seem to be enjoying as much as us humans( it had rained for several days prior)! We got to enjoy the bears being fed and also saw a bear just chilling in a tree. We also saw musk ox, porcupines and an eagle. I would recommend this to anyone visiting Alaska.

This was such a fun little outing! The drive from Anchorage was nice and scenic, too, and even with the snow falling all day, the animals were out, and the drive through the winter wonderland loop of the conservation center was magical. You can drive or walk around the loop as many times as you want. We drove the loop with the snow, and there were parking areas all along the way so we could still get out and walk to see certain things then return to the car and continue the loop drive. There is a "bear boardwalk" so you can look down into their area. Three of the brown bears were eating when we saw them. And multiple animals were "in a rut" and were putting on quite a show with their aggressive demonstrations. Everyone we met was very nice and helpful, and it is a bonus that the property is surrounded by so much natural beauty. There are plenty of restrooms, lots of information about the animals, and the gift shop has some cute things, and house-made "salted dark chocolate chunk hot cocoa" that was perfect for the snowy day.

It was a very cold and windy day, so we drove around to see the animals. Most were out, except for the black bears who stayed snugly in their den. Even the moose stayed in their enclosures. There was plenty of room for them to roam and they were getting fed the morning we went. The road was icy and rutted, but can't be helped this time of year. Take your time, drive with care. Wear warm layers including hat, mittens and scarf. Because they are on an open plain, it gets windy. Very windy.

We had the opportunity to visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center during our trip to Alaska, and it was truly a remarkable experience. We have always loved observing wildlife animals as it allows us to witness the beauty of nature firsthand, seeing these living creatures in their natural habitat. Each species possesses its own unique charm and beauty. When we encounter animals, it made us wonder how nature has crafted such magnificent creatures. At the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, we had the chance to see a diverse range of animals that are native to the state of Alaska. The center conducts research and employs sustainable practices to care for these animals, while also providing an opportunity for visitors to appreciate their beauty and learn about coexisting with them, thus aiding in their conservation efforts to prevent extinction. If you find yourself in Alaska, we highly recommend visiting this place. You'll undoubtedly develop a deep affection for these animals, just as we did.

The Wildlife Conservation Center is well worth the time. If you rent a car, you can make all the stops you want on the Turnagain Arm, then at Girdwood, drive around the facility, stopping whenever you want to take photos. It was raining the day we were there, so we drove the circuit. You do have the option to walk the 1.5 miles, and that is no doubt nice in better weather. The big, hairy musk ox are a sight to see.

This was one of the highlights of our Alaska adventure. Because there was still 3-4 feet of snow, we were not able to do the hiking we had planned. That cut our chances dramatically for seeing wildlife. We almost didn't go to the center because the cost was $25 . . .quite a bit more than the info I was going on. We are almost embarrassed that we had that logic. We saw so many animals! Even though it was windy and very chilly, we stayed for several hours and drove around the loop a few times. By doing this, we increased our chances of seeing the bears wake up and entertain us! We have the most amazing pictures! Please make the effort to make this part of your trip!

Great stop! Saw tons of animals. It’s clear they spend their money well, so cool that they are working with the State on a Wood Bison project. Loved the grizzly bear exhibit, that’s new since we’ve been last. Big gift shop with lots of good tshirts. Only disadvantage is that cars & walkers use the same path, so it was a little hard to keep our toddler safe. Might consider bringing a stroller. They had some good grab & go hot food.

What a great place to see brown & black bears, moose, bison, fox and other native animals to Alaska. The place was clean and the animals appeared to be well taken care of care of. It was well worth the trip and I would highly recommend it!

This wildlife center is located at Girdwood, between Anchorage and Seward, in Alaska. If you are in the area it is a must visit. It is a sanctuary in which Alaskan wildlife is preserved. Injured animals are given treatment and given enclosure space here. You get to see the different animals that may be found in Alaska. You can buy the entry ticket at the gate and you can then park your car inside. You can walk around the enclosures to see the animals from close. You can also drive around the path for animal viewing.