Rooterville Animal Sanctuary

Plan Your Visit to Rooterville Animal Sanctuary
We welcome visitors Tuesday–Sunday by appointment from 9 AM to 8 PM, weather permitting. Walk-in guests without a ticket can stop by on Fridays and Saturdays from 10 AM to 2 PM.
Our goal is to make every visit unforgettable, and we love hearing your suggestions to enhance the experience!
Reserving Your Spot
To ensure a peaceful and enjoyable visit, we limit the number of ticketed guests at any given time. If you plan to drop by without a reservation, please note that we may be at capacity and unable to accommodate additional visitors. Secure your tickets in advance—sales close 30 minutes before your desired time to prevent last-minute surprises. Walk-in guests are not permitted after 2 PM without prior approval.
Animal Treats & Gift Shop
Want to spoil our rescued animals? You’re welcome to bring treats or purchase them in our gift shop for $5–$10. Some of their favorite snacks include bananas (for cows), sliced apples, baby carrots, strawberries, or small animal feed from a local feed store.
Admission Pricing
A visit to Rooterville is just $19.95 per person or $59.95 for a family of four—a small price for a big impact, as every ticket helps us provide care for our beloved animals.
Keep an eye out for special discounts and promotions!
Comfort & Accessibility
Our sanctuary offers plenty of shade, and we’re adding fans in seating areas to keep guests cool. The children’s playground is mostly shaded, and we provide free cold water and freeze pops for a refreshing treat.
For guests with mobility challenges, golf carts are available—please call ahead to arrange assistance.
Come experience the kindness and magic of Rooterville Animal Sanctuary! We can’t wait to welcome you.
Appointments are priced based on the experience.
NO TROLLEY RIDES UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.

If you would like to visit during the week, you can book online on our visit us page. We look forward to seeing you!
If you're only opportunity to visit is on an off day or time for us, no worries! Just call and we'll do our best to get you in for the experience of your choice.
Schedule Parties, Weddings, Events, Cow or Goat Cuddle experiences or Private Tours at your convenience. Whatever we can do to make sure you have an amazing time, let us know.
We can't wait to see ya!
Driving Directions
We recommend you use GPS or Map-quest to navigate to 1208 County Road 315, Melrose, FL 32666.
IF your navigation system tells you to go to HOPE LANE, DON'T! Our entrance is clearly marked and we're right on CR 315.
Don't drive in without assistance, please. Park outside the gate but please don't block the drive. If there are 2 large dogs or other animals at the gate, they are friendly but prone to running away. Please secure all gates when entering and leaving the sanctuary. Thank you!
Rooterville Animal Sanctuary
Call or Text Us
Phone:
(352) 262-7313
Hours:
Mon-Tues and after hours by appointment only.
Friday & Sat: 10:00AM-4:00PM
Wed, Thur, Sun: 10:00AM-2:00PM
By entering Rooterville Animal Sanctuary's Property, each guest agrees to accept all risks and grants permission to use their image for promotional purposes. Management reserves the right to refuse admission and is not responsible for accidents, losses, or damages to property.
Rooterville is open weather permitting. Always call or check the web before heading out.