Park Experience

Welcome!

Northwest animals, up close.

Experience the awe and wonder of native Northwest wildlife. Meet bears, bald eagles, river otters and more as you explore our forested walking paths. Play on our nature-inspired Kids’ Trek playground. And discover herds of bison, mountain goats, caribou and other animals during a Wild Drive or Keeper Adventure Tour.

Discovery Tram Tours on our new electric trams are suspended until further notice due to maintenance issues. We continue to offer Wild Drives in guest vehicles and Keeper Adventure Tours in our Jeep so our guests can experience our Free-Roaming Area. Thank you in advance for your patience.

Three Ways to Explore Northwest Trek

Animal walking paths

Exploring Our Forest Pathways

Gaze at grizzlies and black bears as they explore their forested habitats.
Keep walking to find fluffy foxes and furry wolverines.
Roam the Cat Loop to spy cougar,
lynx and bobcats.
Get up close to otters, raccoons, skunk, beavers and badgers in their underground or underwater habitats at the Forest & Wetlands.
Climb a rope bridge or a giant tree at our nature-inspired Kids’ Trek playground!
Discover the world of amphibians and reptiles in our Cheney Discovery Center.

Our Animal Walking Paths are included with your general admission ticket or membership.

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Wild Drive - A Premier Experience

Our Wild Drive – A Premier Experience

Caravan around our 435-acre Free-Roaming Area to see majestic animals from the safety and comfort of your own car.
Discover herds of Roosevelt elk, caribou, deer and bison. Spot fluffy mountain goats, bighorn sheep and moose.
Hear a naturalist give a live narrated tour from the front car.
Bring up to 8 people in your vehicle.

Our Wild Drive is a Premier Tour. It requires reservations and includes access to our Animal Walking Paths and Kids’ Trek nature-inspired playground.

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Keeper Adventure Tour - A Premier Experience

Our Keeper Adventure Tour – A Premier Experience

Ride in our keeper Jeep for an off-road adventure in our 435-acre Free-Roaming Area.
Get up-close to Roosevelt elk, caribou, deer and bison. Spot fluffy mountain goats, bighorn sheep, and a majestic moose.
Meet a real keeper, learn about what they do and hear all the stories.

Our Keeper Adventure Tour is a Premier Tour. It require reservations and includes access to our Animal Walking Paths and Kids’ Trek nature-inspired playground.

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Ready?

Book now.

Buy a general admission ticket online and save money. Or book a Premier Tour and receive park entry for free.

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Know Before You Go

Directions

Where are we?

Northwest Trek is located at:

11610 Trek Drive East, Eatonville, WA 98328

35 miles from Tacoma; 1 hour drive
35 miles from Mt. Rainier; 1 hour drive
55 miles from Seattle/Bellevue; 1.5 hour drive

Find all directions here.

Dining & Gifts

Find Food Here

The Forest Café is located just right of the main entrance, offering burgers, chicken tenders, fries, drinks, snacks and kids’ meals. Hours vary depending on the season. Chilly day? Cozy up to our warm gas fireplace.
The Trek Treats kiosk offers snacks and lunch as you roam the paths. Open seasonally.
Our sheltered picnic pavilion and meadow tables also offer a tranquil spot to eat.
Don’t forget your refillable water bottle! Refilling stations and fountains are located around the park.

Gifts Galore

Our gift shop offers a huge selection of artisan-made Pacific Northwest gifts and souvenirs to connect you with animals and the outdoors.

Rentals & Accessibility

Wheelchair & Stroller Rentals

A limited number of wheelchairs, electric carts, and single and double strollers are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis.

Strollers: $10 single/$12 double.
Wheelchair: $12
Electric wheelchair: $35
Umbrellas: $6

ADA Accessibility

Northwest Trek is ADA-accessible. Our public buildings, pathways, viewing areas and trams are designed and equipped to accommodate conventional and electric wheelchairs.

Learn more about accessibility at Northwest Trek.

Be Eco-friendly

Help us help the planet.

Here at Northwest Trek we’re working hard to protect the Earth for everyone. Here’s how you can help:

Avoid idling your car for more than 30 seconds. This helps preserve sea ice for Arctic animals.
Bring a reusable water bottle – and fill it up at one of our water stations. You’ll help protect marine animals from plastic pollution.
Recycle your waste. Recycling bins are next to trash cans – make an Earth-friendly choice!

Safety Rules

Park Rules

Follow the instructions on all signs.
Walk at all times.
Do not touch animals.
Do not bring skates, skateboards, wheelie-type shoes, scooters or bicycles into the park.
Pets are not allowed on Park grounds. Read our Service Animal Policy.
Never leave a pet inside of a parked car.
Check in all service animals at our admission gate. Only trained and working service animals are allowed.
Ensure that all minor youths are accompanied by an adult.
Do not smoke. This includes vape pens and e-cigarettes.
No open fires or barbecues in the park or parking lot.
Alcohol may only be purchased and consumed in designated areas.
No drones or other flying aircraft.
Wear shoes and shirts at all times.
Bring a picnic but no recreational equipment, such as net games, frisbees or balls.
Do not feed the animals,. Do not shout at animals or tap on exhibit windows. Do not drop anything into habitats.
No balloons. They are very dangerous for the animals.
The park is ADA-accessible. and designed to accommodate conventional and electric wheelchairs. For the safety of our guests, Segways, gas-powered scooters and adult tricycles are not allowed in the park.