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Henderson, Nevada: Lion Habitat Ranch

What happened to all those lions that used to live inside the MGM Grand Hotel-Casino in Las Vegas? They moved to a nearby desert preserve. 40 retired on nine acres.

Address:
382 Bruner Ave., Henderson, NV
Directions:
At the southern desert edge of the Las Vegas sprawl. I-15 exit 27. Drive east on Hwy 146/St. Rose Pkwy for less than a mile. Turn right onto Bruner Ave. (It's a small road). Drive a half-mile. You'll see the entrance on the right.
Hours:
Summer F-M 10-1:30 (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
702-595-6666
Admission:
Adults $25. (cash only)
RA Rates:
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Giraffe.

Lion Habitat Ranch

Beautiful lions. I do hate to see them behind bars, however they seem content and well taken care of. We were there for their afternoon feeding. There is a giraffe there and he paints. Very cute.

[Sherry Jannick, 09/30/2017]

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