Oakvale Wildlife Park | |
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32°47′38″S151°54′37″E / 32.79389°S 151.91028°E | |
Date opened | 1 November 1979 |
Location | 3 Oakvale Drive, Salt Ash, New South Wales, Australia |
Land area | 10 ha (25 acres) |
No. of species | 100+ |
Memberships | Zoo and Aquarium Association |
Website | oakvalewildlife |
Oakvale Wildlife Park is a wildlife park established by the Sansom family in Salt Ash, in the Port Stephens region of New South Wales, Australia. It is home to a variety of animals which, while primarily native species of eastern Australia, includes some exotic species. It also has several children's play facilities, including a water-play area and tractor rides. [1] [2] [3] [4]
…is a walkthrough animal nursery which includes:
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