Washington DC Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo

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Location: 13019 Catoctin Furnace Rd., Thurmont, MD

Washington DC Nestled in 30 acres of woods, Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo features creatures from around the world. Major attractions include 1,000 pound grizzly bear, tigers, zookeeper talks and educational stage presentations featuring touchable animals.

Main exhibits include our rare Golden Tiger, African Lion family, Grizzly Bear, Parrot Aviary, Venomous Animal exhibit and petting area. From macaws to monkeys, boas to bears, this zoo offers visitors a chance to get up-close-and-personal with many different animals.