Zoos

Sea Lion Cove

Name: Sea Lion Cove
Address: Chaffee Zoo, Fresno, CA 93728, Fresno, CA, US
Telephone: (559) 498-5959
Rating: 4.6

★★★★☆ 4.6 (14 reviews)

📍 Chaffee Zoo, Fresno, CA 93728

📞 (559) 498-5959

🌐 fresnochaffeezoo.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	12 AM–4 PM, 6–7 PM
Tuesday	12 AM–4 PM, 6–7 PM
Wednesday	12 AM–4 PM, 6–7 PM
Thursday	9 AM–4 PM
Friday	12 AM–4 PM, 6–7 PM
Saturday	12 AM–4 PM, 6–7 PM
Sunday	12 AM–4 PM, 6–7 PM

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About Sea Lion Cove

Sea Lion Cove is a zoo in Fresno, CA. Sea Lion Cove features an aquatic section comparable to the San Diego Zoo's sea lion exhibit, with ample space for animals to roam and swim. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Zoo
Best For: All ages
Key Exhibits: Kingdoms of Asia, reptiles, turtles, Wilderness Falls
Membership: Starting at $100/year
Special Programs: Educational camps, Art Camp, Behind-the-Scenes adventures

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Sea Lion Cove features an aquatic section comparable to the San Diego Zoo's sea lion exhibit, with ample space for animals to roam and swim
⭐The zoo hosts themed animal celebration events including World Alligator Day, World Otter Day, and World Turtle Day
⭐Wilderness Falls water features are operational daily from 10AM to 4PM, providing interactive aquatic exhibits
⭐Interactive exhibits include Behind-the-Scenes adventures and Zoo Art Camp with themed crafts, enabling visitors to hand-feed giraffes and view rhinos

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Plan to visit Wilderness Falls water features between 10AM-4PM daily, as they're a highlight of the aquatic section that rivals major zoo exhibits like the San Diego Zoo's sea lion area.
💡Don't miss the hands-on experiences like hand-feeding giraffes and the Behind-the-Scenes adventures, which consistently stand out as memorable highlights for visitors of all ages.
💡Check the calendar for special themed celebration days like World Otter Day, World Alligator Day, and World Turtle Day, which align with the zoo's featured exhibits in Kingdoms of Asia and reptile sections.
💡Consider attending the Ice Cream Zoofari event (May 30th, 5PM-8PM) or enrolling in Zoo Art Camp for a more immersive educational experience that combines animal encounters with creative activities.
💡Explore the Kingdoms of Asia exhibits featuring Asian small-clawed otters and sloth bears, as well as the diverse turtle collection, which reviewers noted contains uncommon animals not typically found at standard zoos.