Zoo Website

There’s actually an entire Top 10 list devoted to the zoo:

1. Jaguar
2. Gorillas
3. Elephant House
4. Aftrican Savanna
5. Nocturnals
6. Birds of Prey
7. Northern Trail
8. Orangutans/Samangs
9. Komodo Dragon
10. Plants and Pathways

“Designed in 1909 by architect John Olmsted, this is one of the oldest zoos on the West Coast. Occupying an area of 92 acres, the landscape offers a natural habitat for nearly 300 animal species. Reflecting a naturalistic mission to advocate conservation and education while imparting the value of an ecological perspective, the animal habitats are as close to nature as possible. African mammals roam grasslands of a savanna; Asian elephants thrive in Thai-style setting; gizzly bears frolic over logs and in a stream running down a steep hill. A popular attraction for families with young children is the petting zoo, literally a hands-on activity that’s fun and educational.”

Also, they have a summer concert series (ZooTunes) that looks neat!