4. Visit, Bearizona, a drive thru wildlife park

Bearizona in Williams, Arizona

Bearizona, located a quick half hour drive from Flagstaff in Williams, is one of the country’s premier drive-thru wildlife parks. In fact, it rates amongst the top 10). Featuring both a drive-thru and walk-thru portion, a visit can easily be turned into an entertaining & relaxing half day activity.

Bearizona does not feel at all like a trip to the zoo. Here the animal enclosures are much larger and resemble the animal’s natural habitat, thus giving each animal more room to roam freely and enjoy nature.

American Buffalo at Bearizona drive thru wildlife park in Williams, Arizona

It really is a beautiful drive, with many diverse animals to see, along with some great views of the beautiful landscapes surrounding Williams. Some of the wildlife you may see during your visit include Bison, Black Bears, Rocky Mountain Goat and Elk, Alaskan Tundra Wolves, and many more. In the walk-thru section, you will see a variety of smaller mammals including bobcats and the cutest junior Black Bears.

Black Bear in a tree at Bearizona drive thru wildlife park in Williams, Arizona
Black Bear at Bearizona drive thru wildlife park in Williams, Arizona
Bobcat at Bearizona drive thru wildlife park in Williams, Arizona
Baby Black Bear at Bearizona drive thru wildlife park in Williams, Arizona

The park is open year-round, though more animals will be seen during a summer visit. New this year, Bearizona started a wonderful holiday event called Wild Wonderland. This festive light show features a synchronized music and light show, beautiful decorated grounds, and animal meet and greets, easily making it one of the top holiday events in Northern Arizona!

A beautiful holiday light display at Bearizona in Williams, Arizona