Pumpkin Patch at Lonesome Dove Drive-thru Safari

Autumn has arrived at Lonesome Dove Drive-thru Safari in Jefferson, Texas. Beginning this weekend look for the pumpkin patch adjacent to the petting zoo.

Take a photo in the pumpkin patch or purchase a pumpkin to take home after your visit. In addition, owners are working on a mini-train that is scheduled to open around Oct. 16. The mini-train will allow visitors to ride around the Lonesome Dove grounds of the safari. The price of the mini- train ride is still to be determined.

As many of you continue to social distance during this pandemic Lonesome Dove Drive-thru Safari guarantees a fun family-friendly environment with around 160 animals of all kinds.

• Safari Animals:
• Barasingha Deer
• Fallow Deer
• Fallow Buck
• Red Deer
• Highland Cattle
• Blackbuck Antelope
• Eland Antelope
• Addax Antelope
• Bison
• Alpaca
• Goats
• Zebras
• Wildebeest
• Simitar Oryx
• White Camel
• Miniature Donkeys

Lonesome Dove also has a petting zoo that is free with safari admission.

Lonesome Dove Drive-Thru Safari is located two miles north of Jefferson on Hwy 59, just look for the signs.

Hours: 10:30AM - 4:30PM Tuesday-Sunday (Weather Permitting)

Cost: $12 Adult. $6 Child and special discounts for Military and First Responsders $10

For more information please call 903-240-6180 or visit their website and Facebook page.