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Zootastic Park
📍 448 Pilch Rd, Troutman, NC 28166🕐 Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 12–5 PM |
About Zootastic Park
Zoo with exotic animals, tours & camps. Family-owned zoo, with a range of exotic animals, offering tours, camps & educational programs. Zootastic Park features a dual-experience model with both a walk-through animal station section and a drive-thru safari section where animals approach visitor vehicles for feeding interactions. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,330 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Location
- Troutman, NC
- Features
- Animal encounters, Sahari drive-thru, field trips
- Membership
- Season passes available
💡 Did You Know?
- Zootastic Park features a dual-experience model with both a walk-through animal station section and a drive-thru safari section where animals approach visitor vehicles for feeding interactions
- The zoo operates seasonal holiday light displays integrated throughout the drive-thru experience, including Christian-themed Bible verse signage
- Zootastic Park is family-owned and operates multiple interactive programs including summer camps and Easter Egg Hunts alongside educational tours
- The zoo maintains a diverse collection including exotic species such as lions, tigers, hyenas, penguins, otters, kangaroos, camels, bears, and capybaras across its exhibits
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan bathroom breaks strategically before entering the drive-through section, as the light show route is very long with limited restroom access (only porta potties halfway through and facilities at the end). Have children use restrooms before getting in line.
- Visit during the evening/holiday season to experience both the animal encounters and the extensive light show display, which reviewers praise as a long, impressive attraction that adds significant value to your visit.
- Take advantage of the unique drive-through safari section where animals come directly to your car for close-up encounters and feeding opportunities. Budget extra money for animal food purchases (camels, goats, and other animals available for feeding with additional cost).
- Allocate time to explore both sections: the walk-through animal stations AND the drive-through field area. Reviewers note there's 'ton of stuff to do,' so plan for an extended visit to experience all offerings.
- Budget for supplementary purchases beyond admission - the park offers snacks, food for animal feeding, and a large gift shop with plushes, toys, and souvenirs that appeal to families.
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