Nowra Wildlife Park, Wildlife park in Nowra, New South Wales, Australia
Shoalhaven Zoo, formerly the Nowra Animal Park, is an animal park in North Nowra on the South Coast of New South Wales. It covers 16 acres (6.5 ha) of native bushland beside the Shoalhaven River and holds over 100 species of mostly native mammals, birds and reptiles, the largest native animal park on the NSW South Coast.
The facility was originally called Nowra Animal Park before becoming the largest native wildlife park on New South Wales' South Coast. This growth reflects increasing focus on presenting and protecting Australia's local animals.
The park displays native animal species in settings that resemble their natural habitats, letting visitors watch koalas, wallabies, and other local animals behave as they normally would. The facility supports conservation of Australian wildlife by offering daily encounters and learning opportunities for all ages.
The grounds are easy to walk through with paths across the bushland and spots for watching animals. Plan enough time to see all areas and the different species at your own pace, wearing comfortable shoes.
Shoalhaven Zoo occupies 16 acres (6.5 ha) of native bushland on the banks of the Shoalhaven River in North Nowra, and it is the largest native animal park on the NSW South Coast, holding over 100 species of mostly native mammals, birds and reptiles. It was formerly called the Nowra Animal Park.
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