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1. What are Alameda Park Zoo hours?

We are open daily from 9am- 5pm 

Gift shop hours are 9am- 4:30pm 

Last admission is at 4:30 through the gift shop

Only days we are closed are Christmas Day and New Year's Day

For current Zoo hours click here

2. What are zoo admission prices?

Adults (Ages 13- 59)        $4

Children (Ages 5- 12)      $2.50

Toddler's under 4 years old come in for FREE

Seniors (Age 60+)           $2.50

Active or retired Military   $2.50 

(Must show ID, No Dependents for this discount)

Please note: All children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult at all times

Only same day re-entry is allowed through gift shop.

Please click here for Zoo admission prices.

3. What items are prohibited or restricted at the Alameda Park Zoo

Items not permitted include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Animals / Pets

• Weapons (e.g. guns, knifes, razor blades, box cutters)

• Alcohol, marijuana (including marijuana-enriched products), and any illegal substances

• Bicycles, scooters, roller skates/blades, roller shoes, hoverboards skateboards and riding toys

• Remote control toys

• Disruptive items (e.g. laser pointers, silly string, party poppers, fireworks, stink bombs, air horns, tools, musical instruments, megaphones, noise makers, toys that make loud noises)

• Drones or flying toys

• Restraining devices (e.g., handcuffs, zip ties) or any suspicious items (duck tape, wire)

• Glass bottles or containers

• Masks, costumes and other items deemed by Zoo management

• No Solicitation

• Shirt and shoes are required. No offensive or profane clothing. 

• Fires and Grills

All bags are allowed within reason, including backpacks.

This information is subject to change without notice.

4. What are the rules at the Alameda Park Zoo

VISITOR SAFETY

Visitors must remain on pathways. Any fencing, rails, rocks and other barriers between you and the animals are there to protect both you and the animals from harm. DO NOT lift children over safety rails, play on rocks, rest them on railings or stick fingers or arms through fences. 

Do not enter nonpublic areas.

Adults must remain with their children at all times. 

SMOKING

To provide a healthy, safe environment for visitors, staff and animals, the zoo prohibits smoking of any type, including vaping and e-cigarettes. Guests who wish to smoke may leave the zoo grounds to do so. 

PETS

The Alameda park is considered a quarantine facility in order to protect the health of the animal collection. 

Only animals allowed inside the Zoo are certified service animals that are permitted under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). 

Animals that provide emotional support and companion animals are NOT service animals and may not enter the facility. 

Please do not leave your pet in your vehicle. 

FEEDING ANIMALS

Our animals are on special diets and food outside those diets can harm the animals. 

The Zoo does offer coin feeders with duck food, which is to be fed only to ducks at our duck pond for $.25 (quarters only).

RESPECTING ANIMALS

Please show respect for the Zoo’s inhabitants by refraining from banging on windows, throwing objects including food into exhibits, harassing, chasing or teasing the animals.

TOYS

Any balls, Frisbees, jump ropes or any throwing/kicking toys are to be kept out of animal areas. 

VEGETATION

The plants/vegetation throughout the zoo is there for everyone to enjoy, please refrain from destroying by pulling off leaves, flowers and branches.  

DRONES/ CAMERA EQUIPMENT

Drones are not allowed on zoo grounds at any time.

Selfie sticks are allowed, but guests CANNOT cross any barriers 

5. Can I bring food into the parks?

Yes, guests are welcome to bring their own food!

For the safety of park guests and wildlife in our care; no glass containers or alcohol are allowed on grounds

Please keep in mind, we do not have any facilities available for food storage.

We do not offer dining options, only small concession items.

We do allow guests to exit and re-enter the Zoo should they choose to go dine off site. 

If you intend to leave the Zoo and return within the same day, you must re enter the Zoo before last entry at 4:30 pm

6. What Facilities & Services are offered at The Alameda Zoo?

• FREE wifi in the Gift Shop
• Rentals:
  • Single Stroller       $3.50
  • Double Stroller      $5.00
  • Safari Cart            $6.50
  • Wheelchairs          FREE

(All rentals are "Frist come, First serve") 

7. Does the Zoo have a Lost and Found?

Yes we do, it is located in the gift shop.

Please contact the gift shop attendant to inquire if your item was turned in to the gift shop. 

Include complete contact information and description of item in case your item is found.

8. Can I have a birthday at the zoo?

Yes, please visit our birthday packages for more information for birthday parties.

9. What time of day will I see more animals?

Many of our animals are early risers and may be a bit more active in the morning depending on weather conditions, but there is no way to predict when animals will be more visible. 

All of our animals have the choice to meet you when they are ready.

Wildlife may be taken off public view for a variety of reasons such as environmental conditions, health issues, and behavioral concerns. 

Many habitats are designed for animals to have the option to remove themselves from visitor view at any time. 

Refunds or exchanges are not possible in cases of inclement weather or exhibit closure. 

Guests are more than welcomed to call ahead of time to check for any changes or closures. 

10. Can I feed the animals?

Our animals are on special diets and food outside those diets can harm the animals. 

The Zoo does offer coin feeders with duck food, which is to be fed only to ducks at our duck pond for $0.25 (quarters only).

11. Question, Issue or complaint?

Call (575) 439-4290

For press or media please ask to speak to zoo manager for more information.

12. How do I arrange an interview with animal care staff?

We are unable to accommodate such requests at the time as this could take our animal care team away from their primary responsibilities to the animals in their care. 

13. Where can I find the Zoo events?

Follow us on social media!

Events are posted through our Facebook and Instagram pages. 

Events are also located in our events tab on a calendar on our website.

Regular admission prices applies to all events unless otherwise stated.