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California Sea Lion Pool
📍 Brooklyn, NY 11238🌐 www.prospectparkzoo.com/animals-and-exhibits/exhibits/sea-lion-pool.aspx
🕐 Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
About California Sea Lion Pool
California Sea Lion Pool is a zoo in Brooklyn, NY. Sea lions are particularly vocal during training demonstrations, making the training sessions a notably noisy experience for visitors. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 39 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Main Attraction
- Sea Lion Pool
- Best For
- All ages
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Schedule
- Open year-round
💡 Did You Know?
- Sea lions are particularly vocal during training demonstrations, making the training sessions a notably noisy experience for visitors
- The facility features peacocks that roam freely around the sea lion pool area alongside the marine mammals
- The sea lion pool is maintained in gorgeous condition and features newly acquired sea lions as part of ongoing animal collection updates
💬 What Visitors Say
- Visit during sea lion training sessions to see the most activity and hear the animals vocalize - they bark when hungry, making it an engaging educational experience. Note that formal public training sessions are no longer offered, but feeding times still generate natural animal behavior.
- Plan to spend 1-2 hours exploring the California Sea Lion Pool. The venue is compact but includes bonus wildlife like peacocks that roam the grounds, so budget time to see the full experience.
- This is an ideal destination for families with young children - there are no age or height restrictions, and parents consistently report it's a great way for kids to experience wildlife up close in an accessible, manageable setting within Brooklyn.
- Arrive when the sea lions are most active and vocal during their natural feeding times. This not only provides the best viewing experience but also offers organic educational moments about animal behavior and communication.
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