Getting ready forthe Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center.
A wildlife sanctuary near Divide, about an hour from Colorado Springs, seen only on guided one-hour walking tours on a gravel and woodchip trail. You'll see wolves, coyotes and foxes, and every tour ends with a group howl. Reserve ahead; closed Monday and Thursday.
“Children are not allowed to run, wander, or behave loudly while visiting. To maintain a peaceful and serene environment for our animals and other guests, we require children to be monitored AT ALL TIMES. It is imperative that parents keep their children close by and on the trails. Any parent or child not respecting our policies will be asked to leave immediately.”
“The trail is not paved. It is gravel and woodchips, and can be muddy, snowy, and generally unpredictable.”
“CWWC is an all-weather venue and is open regardless of weather.”
“A typical visit to CWWC lasts approximately 90 minutes.”
“Space is Limited. Reservations Highly Encouraged”
“Some of the stories regarding our animals’ rescues are illustrative and not always pleasant.” The center asks parents to “please consider if you are ready for your children to learn about the fur industry, canned hunts, or other abusive situations that animals end up in.”
“Noise must be kept to a minimum while you use this facility.” (the picnic area)
The center is a sanctuary seen only on guided tours, and its rules for kids are strict: kept close, on the trail, no running, wandering or loud behavior. A parent or kid who doesn't follow the rules will be asked to leave right away, and tickets can't be refunded, so if your kid makes sounds, needs to move or may bolt, call 719-687-9742 before you book and ask how the guide handles it.
The group howl ends every tour. Headphones or covering ears are both fine ways to get through it.
Standard tour: adults (12+) $20 and children (2 to 11) $15 from January 1 to February 28; adults $25 and children $15 from March 1 to December 31.
No refunds, exchanges or cancellations, and the center is open regardless of weather. You can transfer your reservation to a family member or friend for the same date and time (restrictions may apply). An exception may be made if the center cancels or reschedules your tour.
The center says the tour may not be appropriate for children, especially under the age of five.
Reserve ahead: advance reservations are required, and space is limited. No reservation is final until the center calls you to confirm.
Feeding Tour (60 to 75 minutes, ends with the group howl; arrive 15 minutes early to watch fox feeding): 4 pm in winter, 6 pm in summer. Adults $25 and children (2 to 11) $15 from January 1 to February 28; adults $30 and children $15 from March 1 to December 31.
Full Moon Tour: once a month on a Saturday night, about 2 hours, ending in the dark on Chinook's Nature Trail with a group "Howl at the Moon". No children under 8. Adults $35 and children (8 to 11) $15; from January 1, 2027, adults $50 and children $35. Bring a flashlight and good shoes. Full Moon tours and special events are pre-pay, reserved by calling 719-687-9742, with no cancellations, reschedules or refunds; dates are on the center's calendar.
Kids Wolf Tour for ages 6 to 11: one hour, $15, at the same time as the noon standard tour, which parents are encouraged to sign up for. Next dates: 12 pm Nov 14 2026 and 12 pm Dec 12 2026.
Getting there: about 1 hour from Colorado Springs. For GPS, enter Lower Twin Rocks Road, Florissant, CO, then drive exactly 1.5 miles on CR 42 Twin Rocks Road. The last stretch is a dirt road of about 0.2 miles; any front wheel drive vehicle with adequate tires can travel it, and you can call ahead for road conditions in bad weather. Ride shares are highly discouraged: drivers will not bring you back.
Parking is limited. If you have a disability parking placard or a disability, call ahead and the center can arrange special parking. There is an accessible loading and unloading area.
The trail is not paved: it is gravel and woodchips and can be muddy and snowy. A one-person golf cart for those who have trouble walking must be reserved in advance, with a waiver signed to ride it. It's only available in summer, and not in stormy weather, heavy rain, severe winds or muddy conditions; if your reserved cart is unavailable for conditions like those, the center gives a rain-check if you ask. It's never available on the feeding tour or during any special event.
Restrooms: the center has only two, and they are accessible. With a large party, use a restroom before you arrive if you can.
Snacks (chips, nutri-grain bars, gummies), water, coffee and tea are for sale. There is a picnic area; noise must be kept to a minimum there. Pets must stay in your vehicle. No smoking or vaping on tours. Cameras over 6 inches and tripods are not allowed.
