Yes, we offer a 20% discount for active AAA members. Digital or physical AAA cards must be presented on the day of your visit to redeem the discount. Memberships must be active and not expired. AAA discount tickets can only be purchased in person at our ticket booth on the day of your visit, as they are not available for online purchase.
What hours is the Lion Habitat Ranch open to the public?
What are your general admission hours?
Our general admission hours vary by season:
- Summer Hours: Thursday–Tuesday, 10am–2pm Last admission: 1pm
- Winter Hours: Thursday–Tuesday, 11am–3pm Last admission: 2pm
We are closed to the public every Wednesday.
Are you open on Wednesdays?
No. We are closed on Wednesdays for animal care, maintenance, and private operations.
Why do other websites show different hours?
Some third‑party websites list outdated or incorrect information. We only control the hours posted on:
- Our official website
- Our Google business listing
If you notice incorrect hours on another site, we recommend submitting a correction directly through that platform so they can update their listing.
Where can I confirm the most accurate hours?
The most accurate and up‑to‑date information will always be found on:
- Our official website
- Our Google listing
We encourage guests to check one of these sources before visiting.
How is Lion Habitat Ranch funded?
Lion Habitat Ranch is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. This means we rely entirely on the support of our community, supporters, and visitors to care for our animals and maintain our facility.
Do you receive any state or federal funding?
No. We do not receive any state or federal funding of any kind. All of our operating costs—including food, specialized diets, veterinary care, habitat maintenance, utilities, and enrichment—are covered through the support we generate ourselves.
Where does your funding come from?
Our funding comes from four main sources:
- Admissions
Every ticket purchased directly supports daily animal care, habitat upkeep, and educational programming. - Donations
We rely heavily on donations from visitors, supporters, and community partners. These contributions help us provide high‑quality care and continue our conservation‑focused mission. - Grants
We apply for competitive grants to help fund specific programs. Such as covering field trip admission for Title I schools or improving animal habitats. Since many nonprofits compete for the same grants, these funds are limited and never guaranteed. - Gift Shop & Product Sales
Purchases made in our gift shop or through special events help support our animals and operations.
Why don’t you offer free admission like some other facilities?
Some larger zoos and facilities receive government funding, major endowments, or municipal support, which allows them to offer free or reduced admission. As a privately funded nonprofit, we must rely on the revenue we generate to provide the high standard of care our animals deserve.
How can I support Lion Habitat Ranch?
There are many ways to help:
- Visit the Ranch
- Make a donation
- Sponsor an animal
- Shop in our gift shop
- Share our mission with others
- Like, comment on, and share our social media posts
Every contribution, big or small, helps us continue caring for our animal family and educating the community about wildlife conservation.
Do casino or hotel employee discounts apply to my entire group, or just to me as the employee?
Employee discounts offered to casino or hotel employees apply only to the individual employee and cannot be extended to others in their group. The Lion Habitat Ranch is not responsible for any incorrect or misleading information provided by a casino or hotel. If you encounter inaccurate advertising regarding employee discounts, please contact your casino or hotel’s administrative staff directly.
Do you take cash or card?
We accept cash, card (must have a chip or tap), and contactless payment. For credit card purchases over $50, ID verification is required.
Do I need to purchase my tickets in advance?
General Admission: You can purchase tickets in advance online or at our ticket booth on the day of your visit. Walk-ins are always welcome during general admission. Birthday admission and casino worker discounts can only be redeemed at our ticket booth on the day of your visit and cannot be purchased online in advance. Birthday admission not redeemable once admission is purchased online.
Behind the Scenes Tours: Must be booked online at least 48 hours in advance.
