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Location
Best time
Arrive early in the day to explore the zoo with fewer crowds. Reviewers noted visiting during off-peak times resulted in a peaceful experience, and the last entrance is at 3 p.m., so plan accordingly.
Visitor tip
Book a guided zoo tour on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday at 10:30 AM, or request a group tour at alternative times to learn more about the animals from knowledgeable staff members.
About Spring River Zoo
Native animals & an antique carousel. This 34-acre preserve features animals, an antique carousel, a ranching exhibit & a children's area.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Location
- Roswell, NM
- Admission
- Free for everyone
- Tours
- Guided tours Mon/Wed/Fri at 10:30 AM
- Memberships
- Available
What visitors say
When I got to the parking lot I couldn't see the zoo and they have a big trailer home next to the entrance. I thought you were supposed to go to to get tickets. Finding it empty, I walked into the zoo and found the first couple cages…
Didn't knew there was a zoo in Roswell. Limited animals but the cages were neat and animals were well kept. Zoo was open and no one was there for the tickets, so we went inside free. Good place to spend a couple of hours.
It's free. Small. But has some fun animals. Only took 2 grown adults about 15 minutes to walk through. Definitely a great way to take some kids out for free entertainment. But consider donating to help keep these animals healthy.
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Did You Know?
- Spring River Zoo offers completely free admission to all visitors and operates as a donation-supported facility
- The zoo features a historic antique carousel that is currently undergoing repairs and improvements
- The 34-acre preserve includes a ranching exhibit and children's area alongside traditional zoo animal displays
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