Attraction · Frankfort

Salato Wildlife Education Center

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources' education center, where visitors can see more than 40 native species, including black bears, bald eagles, bobcats and elk.

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1 Sportsman's Lane
Frankfort, KY 40601

The center's Plan Your Visit page (read 2026-10-21T17:16:42Z) says it is open mid-March through the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, Tuesday to Saturday, 9 am to 4 pm, closed Sunday, Monday and state holidays. Daily admission is $5 for adults 18 and older, $3 for ages 5 to 17 and free for children 4 and under. Guests under 16 must come with an adult.

Opening hours, admission, accessibility, and booking requirements can vary. Confirm the details that matter to your visit directly with the venue.

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