Happy Hollow Park & Zoo

About Happy Hollow Park & Zoo

Small zoo with an array of animals & rides, plus an education center, petting zoo & puppet theater. Happy Hollow Park & Zoo recently acquired Twix, a red panda from Zoo Boise, adding to their primary red panda habitat exhibit. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,313 visitors.

💬 What Visitors Say

• 💡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.
• 💬Purchase a Summer Pass ($43 per person, valid May 18 - Sept 7) if visiting multiple times, as it offers better value than daily admission. Seniors also get discounted memberships with reduced parking fees.
• 💡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.
• 💬Note that this is a smaller, intimate zoo (not like large Bay Area attractions). Plan to see fewer animals but enjoy rides and activities; certain popular exhibits like the jaguar and red panda are sometimes unavailable, so manage expectations accordingly.
• 💡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.