Can you walk through Northwest Trek?

Can you walk through Northwest Trek?

Wild Walk is the new, safe way to experience Northwest Trek’s central area. Walk the paths to see lumbering grizzlies, majestic bald eagles, playful otters, cougars, wolves and more. Come reconnect with wildlife, and feel the wonder. Our new Wild Walk experience leads you along a path around our main exhibit area.

How long does it take to drive through Northwest Trek?

The entire tour takes about an hour and costs $80 per vehicle with a discounted price of $70 per vehicle for Northwest Trek members.

How long does it take to walk through Northwest Trek?

How long will the tour last? Please plan for about one hour for the entire experience.

Can you drive your own car through Northwest Trek?

Wild Drive is unique, unforgettable and unlike anything offered at Northwest Trek. After purchasing your timed online ticket, you and your household members will drive your vehicle to our park’s welcome area.

Can you bring food to Northwest Trek?

DO THE NEW TREK Pick up a snack or beverage at our Trek Treats walk-up kiosk. Outside food is allowed so feel free to bring a picnic lunch or snack. Remember your water bottle! Drinking fountains are closed, but the refilling station is open.

How long is the tram ride at Northwest Trek?

about 45 minutes
The tram ride is about 45 minutes. You get to see the animals that are roaming on the outskirts of the park. It takes at least an hour to walk the inner part plus you want to spend time at the discovery center.

Can you bring food into Northwest Trek?

How long is the wild walk at Northwest Trek?

4.2 mile
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park Loop is a 4.2 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Eatonville, Washington that offers the chance to see wildlife and is good for all skill levels.

When did Northwest Trek open?

1975
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park/Opened

Who owns Northwest Trek?

Metro Parks Tacoma
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park is a facility of Metro Parks Tacoma, an independent government agency creating healthy opportunities to play, learn and grow since 1907. A five-member Board of Park Commissioners governs Metro Parks Tacoma and is the policy determining body for the park district.

Where can I see moose in Seattle?

The majority of these are in the Selkirk Mountains (Pend Oreille, Stevens, Ferry, and Spokane counties) with smaller populations in the north Cascades, Okanogan, and Blue Mountains. Moose have been documented to wander into many other places throughout the state including the high desert country of the Columbia Basin.

Is Northwest Trek a nonprofit?

The Northwest Trek Foundation is a Washington state registered 501(c) 3 non-profit organization that promotes conservation, education and recreation to a regional and national community through the display of native wildlife in their habitats at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park.

Why choose Northwest Trek Wildlife Park?

Since 1975, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park has been the best place to see native Northwest wildlife. But we’re also dedicated to conserving that wildlife for our planet. We’ve been recognized for over 25 years of high standards by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums. And we protect wild habitats with earth-friendly practices.

How long has Northwest Trek been around?

After four years of diligent fundraising and planning, Northwest Trek officially opened its doors on July 17, 1975. Over the next 15 years, the park expanded its exhibits, debuting the snowy owl, cougar, bobcat, lynx, wolf and bear exhibits.

How far away is northwest trek from Seattle?

Northwest Trek is about 1.5 hours away from Seattle. It’s a nature setting park, with its gem being the “open space” where visitors are allocated a fixed time to ride the tram into the wilderness, so to speak. In this wilderness section, animals roam free on their own – bisons, caribou, bighorn sheep, black-tailed deer, etc.

What’s there to do in SeaTac?

Play in our nature-inspired Kids’ Trek playground. Soar high in the sky on our Zip Wild set of zip line/challenge courses that test both mental and physical agility. All just an hour’s drive from SeaTac Airport. Suggest edits to improve what we show.