About Rolling Hills Zoo

More than 100 animal species & a museum. Expansive 60-acre outdoor zoo, with a variety of exotic & regional wildlife, plus a nature museum.

💬 What Parents Say

• 🕐Visit on a weekday morning (especially Thursday) right when the zoo opens to experience minimal crowds and have the museum and exhibits virtually to yourself
• 💡Plan for 2-3.5 hours to fully explore both the zoo and the large museum exhibits; the museum is surprisingly extensive and makes a great spot to warm up during cooler weather before heading to the gift shop
• 💡Take advantage of the petting zoo and playground for young children, and consider visiting on Toddler Tuesday (1st Tuesday monthly) or Safari Breakfast in May for special family experiences designed for kids
• 💡The zoo is compact but well-curated with active animals year-round; while it lacks large game animals like hippos and elephants, the clean grounds, dioramas, and taxidermy exhibits offer quality viewing without the scale of larger zoos
• 💡Engage with the friendly and knowledgeable staff throughout your visit—they're happy to have conversations and share information about the animals, enhancing your educational experience

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