Winters, California · 100 Acres of Refuge
Come watch them simply live.
The sanctuary is a quiet place. There are no demonstrations and no shows here — you come to observe rescued crocodilians in a beautiful, natural setting, on their own terms. For the demonstrations and the bulk of the education, the Vivarium Crocodylus park is right next door.
Opening soon — the refuge is being built now. Join our list for the first open days, or support a rescue today.
What to Expect
A quiet refuge
Walk the grounds and observe rescued crocodilians living in naturalistic habitats — calm, unhurried, and on the animals' terms.
No demonstrations
We never make the animals perform. The shows, feedings, and most of the education live next door at Vivarium Crocodylus.
Every visit helps
As a non-profit, your visit and any donation directly support the rescue and lifelong care of these animals.
Hours
Quiet viewing days
- Open days (planned)Select days, seasonal
- AdmissionFree · donations welcome
- DemonstrationsAt the park next door
Exact open days and any reservation details will be posted before we open.
Getting Here
Winters, California
The sanctuary sits on 100 acres directly beside the Vivarium Crocodylus park — less than an hour from Sacramento and within easy reach of the Bay Area.
- · Adjacent to Vivarium Crocodylus
- · Free on-site parking
- · Accessible paths for quiet viewing
Full address and directions will be shared before opening.
Want the demonstrations?
Make a full day of it — the Vivarium Crocodylus park next door has the feeding shows, keeper talks, and the bulk of the education.