Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center
Divide, Colorado
Plan Two hours for visit (not including travel time)
Cost is $10 per adult, $7 per kid
Reservations required
I herded my pack to the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center in Divide a few weeks ago. The trip was especially aimed at my 8-year-old nephew who loves wolves but never seems to be able to see them on our zoo trips. My two six-year-old nephews, two-year-old daughter and my eight-month-old son tagged along for the ride. We broke up the trip with a stop at Cracker Barrel, both on the way there and back. The bathrooms were clean, there was a kids’ toy section and I drank sweet tea and ate fried okra. The center itself was wonderful. I lost count but there were around 30 wolves, some with incredible stories that will make you want to sign petitions. However, if you lean more to the right on issues about conservation, this passionate owner might be a little much for you. The tour was educational and informative. My nephews were captivated and paid attention the whole time. The group was small so we all got to ask questions. I recommend this tour for kids at least five-years-old. The two-year-old got a little bored after the tenth wolf and the eight month old just wanted to howl. There are picnic tables so you can pack snacks and as long as the weather is good enjoy watching wolves while chowing down. The highlight of the tour was when we all got to let out a wolf howl and the wolves howled right back. Even the eight-month-old loved that moment. Go explore!
