Rain or shine, Fossil Rim is the place to be. come and explore nature at its finest any season of the year. The animals don't care what the weather is ding. They're always out and about. In fact, the rhinos love to slosh around in the mud when it is. raining. Animal food is available for purchase at the front gate and we limit it to one bag per vehicle for animal health reasons. Halfway through the drive is the Overlook which has our Overlook Cafe, picnic area, the Nature Store, Children's Animal Center and Nature Trails. All guided tours must be reserved in advance. Reservations are not needed to take our Scenic Drive in our own vehicle (please allow at least 2-3 hours) ABSOLUTELY NO PETS ALLOWED! We realize that many people travel with their pets, but due to government regulations pets can not be allowed on Fossil Rim property or left in parked vehicles in our parking lot. Please take this under consideration while making plans to visit us. there are veterinarians in the Glen Rose area that offer boarding services, please call our main number for more information.. Your journey begins at the Admissions Center where you can purchase feed for the animals and snacks for yourself. We offer a variety of candies,crackers,trail mix and drinks for your ride. We have disposable cameras,film,batteries and a small variety of souvenirs. You ll also receive an animal ID brochure which will help you identify the animals you will see along the tour route. You can also purchase The Animal Guide book or CD,both were created right here by Fossil Rim s Education Department. Approximately three hours (and nine and a half miles later),you have experienced many species of animals roaming the hillsides and grazing in the valleys; you've fed them,photographed them and given you and your family memories of a lifetime. Scenic Drive and Guided tours,Night Tours,camping,Feed the Giraffs,see all our wildlife.