Grizzly Bear Encounters

Montana Grizzly Encounter

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Tripadvisor (708) · Nature reserve in Bozeman, MT
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Aug 23, 2024
We took our 8 year old grand daughter to see "Max" the grizzly on her first trip to Montana. I think we had a better time learning about the bears, bear awareness, and bear safety from the excellent … Full review by kctinas
Aug 22, 2024
Very informative. Max is a ham! He was entertaining to watch and posed often for great photos. Apparently the bears don’t get along so they only allow one out at a time. Small “zoo”. Full review by DaisyMack
Aug 19, 2024
My family and I loved it! The facility is small, but we have never seen happier and more active bears (especially in zoos). You could tell that the bears were very well looked after, stimulated and… Full review by Ryan M
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Date founded:2004

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Do you need advance ticket End of October
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I don’t believe you would need an advance ticket. There is quite a bit of room. I would verify they winter hours of operation. Spring (May 1st): 10am - 5pm Thursday - Monday …
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I don’t believe you would need an advance ticket. There is quite a bit of room. I would verify they winter hours of operation. Spring (May 1st): 10am - 5pm Thursday - Monday Summer (June 1st): 10am - 6pm Wednesday - Monday Fall (September 1st): 10am - 5pm Thursday - Monday Winter (November 1st): 10am - 4 pm Thursday - Sunday. Adults– 13 and Older $10 Children– 4-12 $8 Seniors– 65+ $9 Under 3– Free Military Discount– $1 off (with valid ID) Season Passes Available
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Answer by Marc N · Sep 29, 2022
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With all the controversy surrounding private zoos and fake sanctuaries, I want to know the animals are truly well …
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With all the controversy surrounding private zoos and fake sanctuaries, I want to know the animals are truly well cared for before I visit. How can you guarantee me and other visitors this?
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Last year was worthwhile. I was there last year and they take really well with their animals. Hopefully it is the same as last year. I hope that I was of help. Robby G.C.
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Answer by Robby G C · Apr 13, 2020
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What time of day do they switch the bears or what time is the best to visit?
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When I visited, the bears each stayed out about 45 minutes. The interim period (when no bears are out) varies depending on what the bears want to do. If they don’t want to go out …
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When I visited, the bears each stayed out about 45 minutes. The interim period (when no bears are out) varies depending on what the bears want to do. If they don’t want to go out they don’t make them— which I appreciated.
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I like what I've read about the Montana Grizzly Encounter. Can anyone tell me about how long the tour is?
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About an hour, maybe less. Very interesting and the bears are beautiful.
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What months during the year are you open?
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All months. Spring: 10am - 6pm Summer: 9am - 7pm Fal: 10am - 6pm Winter: 10am - 4pm "Montana grizzly encounter" all one word.
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