Cherokee Bear Zoo welcomes you to the Great Smoky Mountains, home and natural habitat for the Black Bear. Although it is rare to see them in the wild, we offer a first hand observation of these beautiful creatures. Feed them and watch them do tricks for you. Also you will observe many other wild animals, that are native our area, such as Raccoons, Ground Hogs, and maybe even a Deer or two.

Your visit will even include many different exotic animals like Tigers and Monkeys. Along with our native Black Bears, we also have Grizzlies, and during certain times of the year, baby wild animals to entertain you.

We personally name each of our animals and they love for you to talk to them. All our animals are well cared for and most of them were born here at the Cherokee Zoo, so they are all very special to us.

Children will have an experience they will treasure for a lifetime. Visit our Petting Zoo so you and your child can actually hand feed our animals. We almost always have baby goats. Located in Cherokee, North Carolina, we offer an unforgettable experience for every animal lover.

After you have visited the Zoo, don't forget to visit the Gift Shop for wild gifts at tame prices, refresh yourself & kids in our Ice Cream Shop, and even enjoy a family fun game of 18 Hole Mini Golf.

 


Cherokee Bear Zoo Season
Open 7 days a week. (Weather Permitting)
$5.00 per person Children 3 & Under Free. Group Rates Available.

Please call or email us ahead of time with your needs, and we will be glad to provide your group with the best rate possible. We also offer tour packages that include our Ice Cream Shop & Putt Putt Golf facilities.

 

1204 Tsalagi Road

Cherokee, NC 28719

828 497 4525

Email Us: mailto:coggins4@msn.com

 

Directions To Cherokee Bear Zoo

From Asheville, NC
Take Interstate 40 West to Highway 74, exit #27. Follow Highway 74 (Great Smoky Mountain Expressway) to Highway 441 North, exit #74. Turn Right at first light towards Harrah's Casino, and then turn left at next light. Cherokee Bear Zoo is located less than 1/2 mile at next light on left.
 
From Gatlinburg, TN
Take 441 South through National Park to Cherokee. At third light turn left. Cherokee Bear Zoo is located less than 1/2 mile on right next to Burger King..

Cherokee Bear Zoo - 1204 Tsalagi Road- Cherokee, NC 28719 - 828 497 4525