Zoos

Emerald Coast Zoo

Name: Emerald Coast Zoo
Address: 5262 Deer Springs Rd, Crestview, FL 32539, Crestview, FL, US
Telephone: (850) 682-3949
Rating: 4.7

★★★★☆ 4.7 (2058 reviews)

📍 5262 Deer Springs Rd, Crestview, FL 32539

📞 (850) 682-3949

🌐 www.emeraldcoastzoo.com

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	10 AM–4 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–4 PM
Thursday	10 AM–4 PM
Friday	10 AM–4 PM
Saturday	10 AM–4 PM
Sunday	10 AM–4 PM

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About Emerald Coast Zoo

Emerald Coast Zoo is a zoo in Crestview, FL. Emerald Coast Zoo offers 9 different interactive animal encounters including giraffe feeding, sloth petting and feeding, bear honey feeding, hyena feeding, penguin feeding, and boa constrictor handling, with prices ranging from $25-$65 per person. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,058 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Zoo
Best For: All ages
Highlights: Giraffe feeding, sloth petting, animal encounters with bears, hyenas, penguins, alligators
Admission: $9.95 children, $14.95 adults; annual memberships from $74.95
Special Programs: Zoo Camp, birthday parties, field trips, private event rentals

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Emerald Coast Zoo offers 9 different interactive animal encounters including giraffe feeding, sloth petting and feeding, bear honey feeding, hyena feeding, penguin feeding, and boa constrictor handling, with prices ranging from $25-$65 per person
⭐The zoo features free-roaming animals throughout the park including peacocks and piglets that wander the grounds and interact with visitors during their visit
⭐Emerald Coast Zoo operates year-round including winter months and offers overnight camping events starting at $1,500, allowing visitors to experience the zoo after hours
⭐The zoo maintains a high visitor satisfaction rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 2,058 reviews, with particular praise for animal encounters and sloths being mentioned in 52 reviews
⭐Emerald Coast Zoo offers Zoo Camp sessions in June and July for children ages 7-15 at $225 per camper, including comprehensive packages with activities, supplies, meals, water bottle, backpack, notebook, and t-shirt

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Plan for 2 hours and prioritize the interactive animal encounters (giraffe feeding, parakeet feeding, sloth encounters) as they require additional charges but visitors consistently rate them as the highlight - book these early in your visit
💬Bring your own food and drinks to maximize value - the zoo permits picnicking, and you can enjoy meals while wandering peacocks and piglets roam freely throughout the grounds, creating a unique experience without vendor markups
🕐As a smaller zoo, it's fully explorable in one visit regardless of weather since it's open rain or shine year-round - visit during winter months or weekday afternoons for fewer crowds while still experiencing all major animal areas
💡This is an excellent day trip destination for families with young children of any age (no height/age restrictions) - the compact size means short walking distances between exhibits, and the free-roaming animals like pigs and peacocks provide unexpected interactive moments throughout the park
💬Military discounts are available, and annual passes pay for themselves after just 2-3 visits given the affordable admission - consider a pass if you live within an hour's drive, as many visitors return multiple times