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Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue

Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue provides a safe place and a comfortable home for abused, neglected, and unwanted big cats. The rescue is home to lions, tigers, lynx, liligers, and leopards of all ages. 

They have a variety of tours to choose from! They also educate the public about these extraordinary cats.

Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue is located at 305 Pine Street, Rock Springs, WI. They are open to the public. Tickets can be purchased onsite.

Tiger at Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue
Tiger (Photo Courtesy of WBCR)

Key Takeaways

* Offers informative guided tours and self-guided visits.

* Open seasonally, providing opportunities for visits during spring, summer, and fall.

Leopard
Leopard (Photo Courtesy of WBCR)

How to Visit

Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue is open seasonally, from spring to fall. There are several tours to choose from. You can take a more informative guided tour or a self-guided tour to move through the sanctuary at your own pace.

Majestic big cats
Majestic big cats (Photo Courtesy of WBCR)

Spring:

– Saturdays and Sundays 10:00am-5:00pm

– Monday through Friday by appointment only

Summer (MAY 30th thru Labor Day):

Everyday 10:00am-4:00pm

Fall:

– Saturdays and Sundays 10:00am-5:00pm

– Monday through Friday by appointment only

Bam Bam lion
Bam Bam lion (Photo Courtesy of WBCR)

Morning Feeding Tour 

Experience the purest of animal instincts and the rage of the big cats! Feel the true power and ferociousness behind the scenes in a true feeding frenzy. (1-2 hours, starts at 8:00am)

Also along the tour, learn the story of each cat and how they came to the rescue. There are only 20 spots available per day, so call for your spot today!!!

Leopard Dozer
Leopard Dozer (Photo Courtesy of WBCR)

Founders Tour 

If you’re interested in learning about each cat specifically, you should embark on the Founders Tour. You’ll meet each cat and see the special bond they have with the founders. (45 min – 1 hour) Between 5pm- 6:00pm.

Call for your tour today!!! You must reserve at least 1 day in advance.

All tours, except for the Feeding Tour, give participants the choice to walk or drive through the sanctuary.

Kimba lion at Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue
Kimba Lion (Photo Courtesy of WBCR)

Stay With The Cats

Come and enjoy the “Elena Carr-Gerlich Getaway Cabins” at Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue!! They have 2 overnight stay cabins to enjoy the sounds of the Big Cats.

Lynx Saber
Lynx Saber (Photo Courtesy of WBCR)

Be a Part of Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue

Becoming involved with Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue can take different forms, including donations and visits.

Liliger Gypsy at Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue
Liliger Gypsy (Photo Courtesy of WBCR)

Donate

They rely on financial support to care for their animals. Check their website for specific donation options. Your donation will help them provide food, shelter, and medical care to the big cats in their care.

Big cat at Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue
Big cat (Photo Courtesy of WBCR)

Visit Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue

You can visit them and learn more about their mission and the big cats they have rescued. They offer multiple tours, which are both educational and fun.

Tiger at the rescue center
Tiger (Photo Courtesy of WBCR)

Follow Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue on Social Media

Website: https://www.wisconsinbigcats.org/ 

X: https://x.com/stiffler4569

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wisbigcats/

Sweet Kenya at Wisconsin Big Cat Rescue
Sweet Kenya (Photo Courtesy of WBCR)

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