Take The Whole Family To Meet Elephants At The Endangered Ark Foundation In Oklahoma
By Lea Monroe|Published June 18, 2020
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Now more than ever, residents of Oklahoma are looking for ways to safely have fun in and around our state during the COVID-19 pandemic. While some of our go-to attractions may temporarily be closed or are waiting to open under new restrictions, there’s one family-friendly destination that’s still up and running that you won’t want to leave off of your 2020 bucket list. Grab the whole gang and hit the road, because it’s time to spend the day with an entire herd of elephants out in Choctaw County!
Our absolute favorite reason to pay a visit to the city of Hugo, the Endangered Ark Foundation is a place unlike any other here in Oklahoma.
Officially open for the year for all to enjoy, during the COVID-19 pandemic you'll find that things are almost as usual here at the Endangered Ark Foundation, only now you'll have to follow social distancing standards during your visit.
With public and private tours back to resuming, residents from all around Oklahoma can make their way out to this park to get a front-row seat at what retirement life is like for former circus elephants.
Educating all those who are lucky enough to come and visit, guests of the Endangered Ark Foundation will be able to meet the amazing elephants of this herd during an hour-long tour that you'll truly never forget.
From taking selfies with the elephants to even helping give them their daily bath, you'll be amazed at just how hands-on of an experience is offered here at this Oklahoma animal park.