About Happy Hollow Park & Zoo

Small zoo with an array of animals & rides, plus an education center, petting zoo & puppet theater.

💬 What Parents Say

• 💡Happy Hollow is perfectly sized for young children (toddlers to age 8) with short attention spans - you can experience the entire park in one visit without overwhelming little ones, making it ideal for preschoolers and early elementary kids.
• 💡The petting farm area with goats is a major highlight for young children - plan to spend extra time here as kids can interact directly with and feed the animals, creating memorable hands-on learning experiences.
• 💡Arrive early or plan multiple carousel rides - the beautiful carousel is a standout attraction that children want to ride repeatedly, so budget time and budget accordingly if paying per ride.
• 💡Pack a lunch or plan meal time at the park - there's comfortable seating available and you can bring your own food, which helps save money and allows flexibility for young children's eating schedules and nap times.
• 💡Take advantage of the playground areas between animal exhibits and rides to let children burn off energy - the slides and play equipment are well-maintained and provide good activity breaks that extend your visit enjoyment.