The Waccatee Zoological Farm is a privately owned animal reserve located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Sprawled through 500 acres of forested property, the zoo is situated near the Waccamaw River, Intracoastal Waterway and Socastee Creek, offering a lush and picturesque setting for visitors to explore the over 100 species on exhibit.
Best and worst time to go to Waccatee Zoological Farm
The zoo is open seven days a week, year round, therefore the best time to visit is generally late morning, after they open at 10 a.m. The worst time to go is late afternoon, the zoo closes at 5 p.m. and you want to allow enough time to explore all the exhibits.
Must see/do at Waccatee Zoological Farm
Visitors to Waccatee Zoological Farm should take time to see Chico, the resident chimpanzee who can be found tuned into the television that adorns his enclosure. Other engaging exhibits to see include the tiger, leopard, lion, ostriches, whitetail deer paddock, and vast fields where zebra and buffalo roam.
Admission to Waccatee Zoological Farm
Admission to the Waccatee Zoological Farm is around $10 for adults and children over the age of 13, $4 for children 12 months to 12 years old, and free for children under 11 months.
Parking at Waccatee Zoological Farm
Parking is free for the zoo and the lot is conveniently located to the entrance of the zoo, just off Enterprise Road.
Food at Waccatee Zoological Farm
A snack bar offering a light selection of food and beverage items is available for thirsty and hungry patrons.
Insider tip for visitors to Waccatee Zoological Farm
The zoo sells animal feed and guests can get up close and personal with many of the animals on exhibit by feeding them.
Author's bio: Rebecca S. Robertson has called Myrtle Beach home for the past seven years. She has written for a variety of local and national publications.