Hovatter's Wildlife Zoo

Category: Zoo

Address: 291 Wagner Ln, Kingwood, WV 26537, USA

Phone: +13043293122

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–6PM

Monday: 10AM–6PM

Tuesday: 10AM–6PM

Wednesday: 10AM–6PM

Thursday: 10AM–6PM

Friday: 10AM–6PM

Saturday: 10AM–6PM

Reviews

Michael Meucci

Aug 2, 2022

Pretty cool zoo. Kids were able to feed the giraffes, camels, goats, and others by hand. Able to feed other like warthog, monkeys, and bears through a tube.

Sarah Schaefer

Jul 30, 2022

Well maintained and great selection of wildlife for a West Virginia zoo! The Kodiak bears were playful and enjoyable to watch running around in their habitat while we visited. The giraffes are always fun to feed, and parakeet room was a blast.

Deborah Keene

May 18, 2022

Great place to visit! The animals are beautiful and you can get really close to them. My little boy loved it there.

HAMID A

Oct 22, 2021

Unexpectedly a very nice zoo 👍🏼 the size of the zoo and number of animals is perfect. Super friendly staff. Very entertaining during October with the Halloween 🎃 decorations and treats given out to kids. Get the carrots 🥕 to feed the giraffe 🦒 you can also feed different animals. Worth the visit.

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Questions & Answers

Do u take credit cards for entrance?

Laura Finley | Nov 12, 2018
Corey K | Nov 13, 2018

Yes

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Is there a store for drinks, souvenirs? Can u feed the animals?

Donna Shaffer | Nov 12, 2019
Aileen Murphy | Nov 13, 2019

There's a $10 bag that comes with every food available for all the animals. There are also dispensers around the zoo you can buy food from for a quarter. It's $4 for cut carrots to feed the giraffes may as well spend the extra 6 and get all the foods available.

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Is the terrain stroller friendly

Donna Lane | Nov 12, 2018
Unicorns, Rainbows, & Glitter | Nov 13, 2018

Yes. It's paved so it's stroller, and wheelchair friendly.

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How much for 5,12,41 to get in

Melissa Jones | Nov 12, 2019
Mindy Davey | Nov 13, 2019

$12 adults. Ages 3-12 $10 and 2 and under FREE.

How much to get in

Keith Cummings | Nov 12, 2018
Erica E | Nov 13, 2018

$10 for ages 3-12 an $12 for adults

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When will zoo open for the 2018 season?

Vickie Mastalerz | Nov 12, 2018
Unicorns, Rainbows, & Glitter | Nov 13, 2018

It opens April 14th

Is this a really good zoo for kids I don't wanna drive a 3 hours and it only be just a few animals

Keahia Booker | Oct 12, 2021
Candace McFarland | Oct 13, 2021

It is a great place for kids it has a decent amount of animals you can feed most of them. I will say its not extremely huge but in my opinion its well worth it I took my grandsons 2 days in a row cuz they loved it an its not expensive

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Can I bring myYorkie dog.

Miriam Ketchem | Aug 13, 2021
Mrs Bones | Aug 14, 2021

I doubt it. Trained service dogs are fine though.

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What time will you guys be open today since it’s a holiday weekend

Melissa Johnson | Jul 14, 2021
Tina Collins | Jul 15, 2021

I believe they are open 10-6 today.

where do the animals go in the winter months?

Ed Haislop | Jun 14, 2021
Dustin Ogden | Jun 15, 2021

They have inside barn for them

Will you be open may 2nd 2021? and what time if so?

Carlos Rossi-averill | May 15, 2021
Patricia Adkins | May 16, 2021

They are open everyday 10-6.

Do you have to wear masks?

Amanda Brink | May 15, 2021
Richard Lee | May 16, 2021

Yes you have to wear masks in the store's for your safety as well as others

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Do u have to have a reservation

Brittany Griffith | Nov 11, 2020
Amanda Curry | Nov 12, 2020

No reservations needed, however you need a mask to be inside the shop. One is not needed once you're back outside.

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Can you still go for a camel ride ? What is the cost

Duane Thomas | Nov 11, 2020
James Zour | Nov 12, 2020

Didn't see that offered

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Do you rent wheel chairs I have Ann elderly mother that would love to go but has limited mobility. We don't own a chair. Thank you

Cindy Garrison | Nov 11, 2020
Jennifer Messenger | Nov 12, 2020

No, they do not rent wheelchairs, but in the past they have taken visitors that can't walk or have a motorized chair, through on one of the John Deere Gators they have. Arrangements would need to be made with them ahead of time, I'm sure.

Do u have to wear a mask?

Nicole Anderson | Nov 11, 2020
Shannon Arthur | Nov 12, 2020

Yes, but only while in the building where you buy tickets, gifts or snacks.

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Is it possible to make an appt to bring group home kids when no one would be there?

sookie gregory | Nov 11, 2020
Tim Davis | Nov 12, 2020

I don't know, you will need to contact the zoo.

My grandfather is 85 years old and want to come. Is there any handicap or elderly way of getting around the zoo or would we have to push him in his wheelchair.

Priscilla Wyatt | Nov 11, 2020
Dirk Zwart | Nov 12, 2020

Except for the alligator at the bottom of the hill, you can walk to everything else without struggle. All walkways are paved or boardwalked. A wheelchair wouldn't be a problem. Fences and railing around each animal could be used for balance. He will be able to feed the animals standing or seated.

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How much is it

zachary hayton | Nov 11, 2020
Ashley Newbrough | Nov 12, 2020

Its 12.99 per adult and 10.99 for kids 3-10. And its 9.99 for an animal food package.

Are you going to be open October 19-20

Tequila Pase | Nov 12, 2019
Michael Seal | Nov 13, 2019

Yes I think so.

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I saw the list of animals on the web site but do they have any sloths?

Spencer Davis | Nov 12, 2019
Spencer Davis | Nov 13, 2019

Ok thanks everyone for the answers much appreciated.

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Does hovaters zoo have kangaroos

Earl W | Nov 12, 2019
kashmirs toy's | Nov 13, 2019

Yes, but you have to view them through your vehicle at the beginning of entrance!

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Is the rollercoaster open yet

Bill Triplett | Nov 12, 2019
NancyB455 | Nov 13, 2019

Yes, I saw it in use last weekend.

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How much for admission, children..adult's and do you have any special events coming up like on labor day weekend

Bill Triplett | Nov 12, 2019
Roberta R Baker | Nov 13, 2019

Adults $12. and children $10.

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Can I bring a small cooler ?

Marsha Jones | Nov 12, 2019
J D | Nov 13, 2019

Indeed. There is even a small picnic area near the playground/parking area!

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How much is it to get in

Melissa Jones | Nov 12, 2019
Jeff Tyson | Nov 13, 2019

Compared to Florida zoos, very inexpensive. We loved it. Very vocal male lion. Very affectionate al pacas.

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how much are your shirts

haylee woods | Nov 12, 2019
Beverly Leake | Nov 13, 2019

I think they are still under $20. Hoodies/Sweatshirts might be more.

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Are there activities to be done indoors or under a shelter if it rains?

Amy Markel | Nov 12, 2019
Bruce Scarberry | Nov 13, 2019

You can also feed the birds on a rainy day.

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Do you sell your parakeets

suzanne Collins love you u are great to me | Nov 12, 2019
Benjy Phillips | Nov 13, 2019

Nope, don't think so. But maybe for the right price.

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Do you sell your parakkets

suzanne Collins love you u are great to me | Nov 12, 2019
Dylan Chapman | Nov 13, 2019

Hi Suzanne, Hovatter's does not sell parakeets. However, you can feed the birds there! Nearby place to check for parakeets would be at PetSmart in Morgantown at 4101 University Town Center Drive.

Are we allowed to bring in a small cooler with drinks and food?

Samantha B | Aug 13, 2021
Ann Nutter | Aug 14, 2021

Is smoking allowed

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Do you have an aquarium area?

Hope Lockhart | Nov 12, 2019
Bruce Scarberry | Nov 13, 2019

They don't have an Aquarium, but it is a great little zoo

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How much is the entrance to paid?

Miguel Collazo | Nov 12, 2018
Daniel Bowser | Nov 13, 2018

0-3 is free 3-13 $10 Adults $12

Do you rent out strollers?

John Peet | Nov 12, 2018
Kristi Haun | Nov 13, 2018

I sent believe the offer strollers!! Would be a wonderful addition!

What are your hours for August and September?

Danna Komons-Perrone | Nov 12, 2018
Mariah Goldsmith | Nov 13, 2018

April – October 10:00 am – 6:00 pm 7 days a week

Can you take your dog?

Barbie Keys | Nov 12, 2018
Erica E | Nov 13, 2018

No

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Do they have anything to ride like camels or something

Gracie Friend | Nov 12, 2018
Holly Bourgeois | Nov 13, 2018

No they stop doing camels rides

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Do they have horseback riding

Gracie Friend | Nov 12, 2018
Corey K | Nov 13, 2018

No

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What are the hours Saturday june30

Darrell Horton | Nov 12, 2018
melissa owens | Nov 13, 2018

10 to 6 everyday

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If you where to find an orphaned fawn, could you possibly bring it here to be rehabilitated?

Kendra Hull | Nov 12, 2018
Megan Hughes | Nov 13, 2018

Check with Point of View Farm. They will raise it and release it.

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Are you open monday the 14th of may

Charlene Marple | Nov 12, 2018
Megan Hughes | Nov 13, 2018

Yes

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Do you have wheelchair rentals?

Jackoline Waugh | Nov 12, 2018
Margy Nelson | Nov 13, 2018

No they do not have wheelchair rentals. If you make arrangements ahead of time I think that is how they can use the golf cart to take someone around. We took our own wheelchairs it is paved that helps a lot!!!! But it can be challenging at times. But you will have the BEST TIME!!! Have fun

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cost to get in for groups

Sissy Rowe | Nov 12, 2018
Megan Hughes | Nov 13, 2018

Depends on the size of the group

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Are u open on Sundays and how much to get in a person

Tracy Springer | Nov 12, 2018
Carolyn Everly | Nov 13, 2018

Yes they are. Depending on ages as to what it cost to get in.....

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What are the admission prices?

Sandra Bnax | Nov 12, 2017
Teresa Lewis | Nov 13, 2017

CHILDREN $10 AGES 3-12 ADULTS $12 AGES 13-64 SENIORS $11 AGES 65 & UP CHILDREN $0 AGES 2 & UNDER

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Are you open tomorrow the 16 and also on Monday the 18th. Thank you so much

Spicygxfygdt Estlow | Nov 12, 2017
Frank Kelly | Nov 13, 2017

Yes

I was there when the chimp threw poop at some Amish visitors. So, don't P.O. the chimps!

Robert Comer | Nov 12, 2017
Todd Borggren | Nov 13, 2017

There is a sign warning that the chimps might toss there poo.

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