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Living Treasures "Wild" Animal Park
4.7(3,284)4.7 out of 5 stars, 3284 reviews Pittsburgh, PA
About Living Treasures "Wild" Animal Park
Living Treasures 'Wild' Animal Park offers a unique, interactive experience with a variety of well-cared-for animals in a manageable setting, making it ideal for families looking for a fun and engaging day trip without overwhelming crowds.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for a short day tripAnimal lovers and those interested in interactive experiencesParents wanting a safe and clean environment for their childrenChildren aged 5 and up enjoyed the activities and interactionsSuitable for all ages including adults (up to 45 years)
Why families love it
- Animals are active and appear well-cared for
- Small enough to explore without spending an entire day
- Interactive experiences such as feeding animals and petting zoo
- Friendly and patient staff who engage well with children
- Clean facilities and a small playground available
- Opportunity to feed almost every animal in the park
Insider tips
- Visit on weekdays for a less crowded experience
- Purchase animal feed pellets to enhance the interaction
- Plan for about 3 hours to fully enjoy the park
Good to know before you go
- Weekends or holidays when the park may be busier
- Some parents noted it is smaller than larger city parks
- Limited variety of animals compared to bigger zoos
- Crowds
- Less crowded on weekdays; weekends may see higher attendance
- Value
- Affordable entry fees compared to larger zoos, with additional costs for animal feed; good value for the interactive experiences offered.
- Food
- No specific food policy mentioned in reviews; check with the park for any restrictions
- Accessibility
- Park is generally accessible for families with strollers
- Safety
- Staff supervision around animals ensures safety for children
What parents say
"Very nice, animals are active and happy, it wasn’t too crowded, also not too big where you have to spend an entire day there. It’s a really nice day trip/activity for anyone who enjoys animals."
6 months ago
"This is one of my favorite day trips in when we are vacationing in the area! A complete hidden treasure. It was so empty on the weekday we went. The animal variety is incredible and gets better every year. Our group of 7 (ages 5 up to 45) were all completely engaged for over 3 hours. Note: they are sending the big cats and bear over to Keystone after this season, and kudos to them for doing this for these majestic creatures. This shows they have true concerns for the welfare if the animals"
a year ago
"Seriously such a wonderful family place! Small enough that the animals are definitely cared for and the facility is clean but big enough to entertain the kids for a morning or afternoon. This was our second trip and we had even more fun this time. The interaction with the animals is so nice and love the petting zoo part where the goats are roaming free. ❤️ Mojo was our camel for the ride and he was so laid back. All of the employees are so kind as well and very patient with the kiddos."
a year ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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