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This is a sanctuary for several black bears that visitors can see up close. Everybody can go around the outdoor habitats, fenced-in and situated on a lake in the woods - a perfect place for bears. It's a large preserve for the orphaned, abused, and last-chance bears in their natural setting. There are usually cubs here too, small enough to touch and take a picture with. Come check it out this summer - it's open daily from late May through September.
David B | June 2026
Unique Attraction. A Little Disappointing
It was a unique experience for our grandkids to see the bears up close. We were a little disappointed about the opportunity to get up close and personal with a cub. Two of the grandkids and I paid...
Dave-Tried-It-Here | June 2026
A very friendly atmosphere!
A fun, friendly experience for the whole family!
Jones F | June 2026
Great experience
This place is so fun and the bears are so cute!
Ariannepal | June 2026
A must see if visiting the UP
Would highly recommend coming here. It’s amazing seeing all these bears up close and personal. They have bear cubs that you can take a picture with. They rescue all these bears it’s a nice sanctuary...
Pamela G | May 2026
Bears AND birds
Not only did we enjoy the bears but we brought our binoculars to enjoy the birds in the surrounding woods.
Lovely day with lovely dedicated staff!
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