Wolf Experience White Wolf Sanctuary

White Wolf Sanctuary, a 501 c 3 nonprofit entity, was established in 1999. We are dedicated to the conservation and protection of wolves, advocating for the resurgence of wolf packs where suitable, and promoting biodiversity through education about all wildlife and its significance in the ecosystem.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

10095 E Alsea Hwy - Come howl with us! White Wolf Sanctuary is only ten miles from HWY 101 on the Oregon Coast! Our tour experience begins at our two-mile dirt road off of Alsea Highway and the scenic Alsea River. Guests will be escorted, in their own vehicles, to the top of the mountain where White Wolf Sanctuary is located. Everyone will then convene on our large deck that is surrounded by forested wolf habitats, wild ravens and the ambiance of the natural world for a 45-minute interactive presentation about wolves and their place as apex predators. After the presentation, a guided tour of the sanctuary will give guests the opportunity to visit each wolf’s habitat and learn their story. The hike around the sanctuary is magical at times with the coastal mist moving through the trees with the sound of ravens and the song of the wolves. The wolves are in spacious enclosed habitats where they are allowed to move freely. With wild wolf populations increasing in the state of Oregon this is a tour you won’t want to miss. There is a small gift shop and restroom facilities. Tours last two hours and operate rain or shine.

What's Included
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Access to public restrooms
Additional Information
  • The weather does vary. We recommend dressing for cool, possibly wet weather. Please wear long pants and close-toed shoes. Our road is not suitable for low profile vehicles such as sports cars. Pets are not allowed on the sanctuary grounds.
Location
10076 E Alsea Hwy
East Alsea Highway
Tour time is 1:00 p.m. We will meet at 10076 E Alsea Hwy Tidewater, Oregon 97390 this is the Old Tidewater gas station at the bottom of our private entrance. If you have booked a tour and need additional directions or assistance please call 541-609-7771 and a tour coordinator will assist you.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Elizabethta8962gd
Sep 8, 2024
A Must See - This is a very educational and rewarding experience. Seeing wolves so close up only fomented my strong desire to become involved in saving them and expanding their natural range.
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Groutmastersportland
Aug 28, 2024
A must see for any wolf lover - A must see for any wolf lover. Learned a ton and spent a small fortune in gift shop (happily). Very resonable price for the experience. My kids loved it!
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B7867yvjeremyb
Aug 15, 2024
Howling good time. - An amazing experience deep in the Oregon coast jungle :) My three girls and I found the presentation and tour to be very informative and fun. We were fortunate enough to get to see all 4 wolves currently at the sanctuary. Great experience and I think everyone should check it out if in the area.
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Nicole_y
Jul 26, 2024
Amazing experience! - It was amazing to see these beautiful animals and how well they are being taken cared of. It was a great experience for our family!
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Lynnau8738qo
Jul 24, 2024
Great experience. Learned so much. - Very informative. I learned a lot about how the wolves were obtained, their activities and how the caretakers are very respectful of what the wolves need and want. The introductory talk was very educational and helpful to set the stage for seeing the wolves.
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Angelanm9912hr
Jul 23, 2024
Perfect day spent with the majestic and mysterious wolves! - Nickola was great! We learned a lot of interesting and surprising things about wolves. Wonderful to see all the wolves. The kids loved it.
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Road582535
Jul 17, 2024
Everything You Need to Know About Wolves - The sanctuary offered not only a chance to experience the beauty of wolves, but to dive into their world and explore what makes them so great. Our tour guide was very helpful, enthusiast, and welcoming, allowing us to learn about wolves as well as learn from them. The sanctuary presents a unique opportunity found nowhere else and we highly encourage anyone to go and see what makes wolves so special.
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Jet09594622977
Jul 15, 2024
Great tour, WWS does great work for the wild wolves! - Great tour, WWS does great work in providing care and education to the population to help understand and love the wild wolves! <3 WWS! Thanks to our tour guide for the great experience and knowledge gained about this wonderful species!
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Lanthus
Jul 13, 2024
Ok but overpriced - For $75, you get an educational lecture and a brief tour where you can see 2-3 wolves from a distance. (You can see the photos in other reviews to get an idea of what that's like.) To be fair, it was a good lecture, given by a volunteer with 15 years of experience and lots of knowledge of the history and current status of wolves in the US. If you really, really love wolves and want a chance to talk to someone who has worked with them for years, then this is a great opportunity. However, if what you really want is to see animals, there are better values for your time and money. For comparison, the Oregon Coast Aquarium (in Newport) is $30, the Oregon Zoo (in Portland) is $24, the Wildlife Safari (in Winston) is $24, and Great Cats World Park (in Cave Junction) is $21. (Prices are for one adult admission and are current as of July 2024.)
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Z3805mkjamesh
Jul 22, 2024
Falst Advertising, only 4 wolves present not 11 as claimed. It has not been 11 for many years. - Very disappointing. Bait and switch tactics. False advertising. Only 4 wolves and website mentions 11 wolves. It has not been 11 wolves for many years. Less than 30 minutes to see Wolves but plenty of time to hear how People are the problem past and present. If you are going to show wolf prints in plaster, why not use your wolves on site for a more personal touch. Will not and cannot recommend anyone pay for the experience with the false claims of what and who you will see.
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