I ve driven by this place many times on the way ba...

I ve driven by this place many times on the way back from Marble Falls, and never stopped until recently. Now I wish I had done so earlier, as it truly made me feel like I was back in Africa. The setting is beautiful Texas Hill Country that seems more like it belongs outside Austin than as close as it is to DFW. They have a variety of exotic game - mostly African, but many others too - such as rhinos, giraffes, cheetahs, sable, oryx, ostrich, emu, rams, etc. Truly and amazing variety of wildlife, with an ability to get up close to many of them, albeit from the safety of a vehicle. Staff is very friendly and they operate as both an accredited zoo and breeding facility, so you get to enjoy the animals and help preserve them at the same time. I d highly recommend Fossil Rim to anyone looking for a picture safari adventure that is both well-stocked with game and in a picturesque setting.