Posted in Oklahoma Nature July 10, 2021 by

You’ll Never Forget A Visit To This One Of A Kind Elephant Ranch In Oklahoma

The Endangered Ark Foundation is a one-of-a-kind elephant ranch in Oklahoma that is home to the second largest herd of Asian elephants in America. If you’ve always wanted a closer look at these endangered species, head to Hugo in southern Oklahoma for an unforgettable experience.

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At the elephant ranch in Oklahoma, you will get to see the largest land animal on Earth. It is home to Asian elephants, which are slightly smaller than their African cousin. Asian elephants are identified by their smaller, rounder ears.
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The Endangered Ark Foundation is a retirement ranch in Oklahoma for circus elephants and helps preserves these endangered species.
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It's an incredible experience getting to view these animals up close. You'll not only see full size elephants, but babies too.
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The elephant ranch in Oklahoma offers public tours that last one hour long, during which you'll get an educational presentation and an intimate and up close experience with these massive animals.
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Public tour dates are posted on the Endangered Ark Foundation website and can be booked online in advance.
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You may even catch one of the beautiful elephants taking a nap!
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The elephants receive a bath daily and pedicures on a weekly basis to keep their feet in good condition.
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Elephants love playing...especially with water. The animals get watered down four-to-five times a day (and sometimes more when it's extremely hot).
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This elephant ranch in Oklahoma is a non-profit facility that is dedicated to ensuring the future of Asian elephants in North America.
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Schedule your tour today and learn more about elephants from the knowledgeable staff at the Endangered Ark Foundation.
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Have you been to this elephant ranch in Oklahoma yet? Share your experiences with us in the comments.

For more information, visit the Endangered Ark Foundation website and Facebook page. If you are looking for other animal encounters, read our coverage on Extreme Animals of Oklahoma City which offers encounters with several different exotic animals.

Address: 2657 E 2070 Rd, Hugo, OK 74743
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Elephant Ranch In Oklahoma

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Nomad’s Animal Encounter in Seminole is a unique zoo that offers encounters with plenty of exotic animals for an experience to remember. If you love petting zoos, Hochatown Petting Zoo is worth a visit. Located in the southeastern part of the state, this petting zoo has everything from guinea pigs to lizards, birds, and plenty of farm animals for visitors to interact with. In the city of Davis, you can find a drive-through safari called Arbuckle Wilderness which has hundreds of exotic animals roaming around. 

What wildlife can I find in Oklahoma?

In Oklahoma, you can find quite a variety of wildlife. Hundreds of mammal species like the Indiana bat, Mexican free-tailed bat, porcupines, black-tailed jackrabbit, and nine-banded armadillo are some of the more common animals found here. Bird species like the Bewick’s wren, brown creeper, eastern towhee, purple martin, and ruby-throated hummingbird can be spotted around the state as well as several species of amphibians and reptiles.

Are there any ranches I can stay on in Oklahoma?

Oklahoma is filled with numerous farms and ranches, and there are several that have accommodations for an overnight stay. Rebel Hill Guest Ranch is a working horse ranch with 500 acres, cabins, and a vintage train car that’s been transformed into a guest house that you can stay in. It’s also a beautiful ranch to explore and go fishing or hiking. Island Guest Ranch, a working horse and cattle ranch in Ames, is like stepping back in time to the old west and it’s one of the oldest guest ranches in the state. 

 

 

 

Address: 2657 E 2070 Rd, Hugo, OK 74743