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Visitor tip
Happy Hollow is specifically designed for toddlers and young children (under 8) with gentle rides like the carousel and train, multiple playgrounds, and a petting zoo. Plan a full day visit as families report staying almost the entire day despite having young children with short attention spans.
Visitor tip
Sign up for Saturday Zoo Education programs (Wild Science and Zoo U-niversity) which are tailored to different age groups and provide unique interactive experiences beyond typical zoo viewing.
Visitor tip
Buy tickets online in advance to skip lines and get quick entry. The venue has ample picnic areas where you can bring your own lunch, helping reduce food costs during your visit.
About Happy Hollow Park & Zoo
Small zoo with an array of animals & rides, plus an education center, petting zoo & puppet theater.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Highlights
- Red panda habitat, Saturday education programs
- Membership
- Yes - memberships available
What visitors say
Perfectly some what whimsical for a toddler. The crooked house was a childhood favorite. It's STILL a hit! The carousel is ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. Kids LOVE it! Hold on tight or belt it on your favorite animal, it's a blast for the kids!…
Happy Hollow isn't the largest zoo but there is plenty to do for toddlers and up. There are a decent number of animals and rides as well as occasional shows. It's well worth the price.
Took my 4-year-old daughter to Happy Hollow yesterday and we had such a blast! This place really hits the sweet spot for families with young kids. The zoo portion was definitely the highlight for us. My daughter was absolutely…
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Did You Know?
- Happy Hollow Park & Zoo recently acquired Twix, a red panda from Zoo Boise, adding to their primary red panda habitat exhibit
- The zoo features a Keep-Around Carousel that is frequently highlighted in visitor reviews as a beautiful and popular attraction, mentioned in 59 review topics
- Happy Hollow offers Saturday Zoo Education programs including 'Wild Science' and 'Zoo U-niversity' with experiences tailored to different age groups
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