Park Hours

Open Tuesday - Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.  We are closed on Mondays.

 

The Landing Zone aviary is open throughout the year from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

 

Holidays:

Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

Open Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Easter Monday

 

 

Admission Fees

Adults ages 13 to 61: $12

Seniors 62+: $11

Children ages 3 to 12: $9

Children 2 and under: Free

(NC state sales tax will be applied to admission price upon purchase)

 

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Tickets may be purchased online in advance, or upon arrival at the Sylvan Heights Visitor Center. Reservations are not required, except for guided tours.

 

Guided tours and golf cart tours are available by reservation for an additional fee. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the park open?
Sylvan Heights Bird Park is open Tuesday – Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the spring and summer, and 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the fall and winter. The park is closed on Mondays, except for Easter Monday, Memorial Day, and Labor Day. The park is also closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
How much is admission?
For current admission fees, please visit http://shwpark.com/plan-a-visit/hours-tickets/park-hours-tickets.html
Do I need to make a reservation before I visit?
You do not need a reservation to visit Sylvan Heights Bird Park. Tickets may be purchased upon arrival at the Visitor Center, or online by clicking here.  Advance reservations are needed if you are bringing a large group, a school group, or would like a guided tour. 

Are face coverings required at the park?

In accordance with state guidelines, any unvaccinated guest should wear a mask, and we strongly encourage all guests, both vaccinated and unvaccinated, to wear a mask in indoor settings.  For additional information about COVID-19 safety in North Carolina, including recommendations for those who are not yet vaccinated, please visit https://www.nc.gov/covid19 and https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html.

How long does it take to see the entire park?
We recommend allowing at least two hours for your visit, but some people prefer to stay half a day or more!  If you plan to visit in the afternoon, we recommend arriving no later than 3:00 p.m. (2:00 p.m. during winter hours) to ensure you have time to see all of the park and experience The Landing Zone, which closes at 4:00.