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Simmons Hippo Outpost

Name: Simmons Hippo Outpost
Address: 650 S R.L. Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75203, Dallas, TX, US
Telephone: (469) 554-7500
Rating: 4.9

★★★★☆ 4.9 (15 reviews)

📍 650 S R.L. Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75203

📞 (469) 554-7500

🌐 www.dallaszoo.com/exhibits-experiences/simmons-hippo-outpost

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🕐 Hours

Monday	9 AM–4 PM
Tuesday	9 AM–4 PM
Wednesday	9 AM–4 PM
Thursday	9 AM–4 PM
Friday	9 AM–4 PM
Saturday	9 AM–4 PM
Sunday	9 AM–4 PM

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About Simmons Hippo Outpost

Simmons Hippo Outpost is a zoo in Dallas, TX. Houses over 2,000 animals across diverse exhibits including rare Galapagos tortoises, giraffes, hippos, and nearly two dozen bird species in interactive settings. Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 15 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Zoo
Best For: All ages
Highlights: Giraffe feeding, interactive bird aviary, animal encounters with zoologists
Interactive Experiences: Giraffe feeding, tortoise feeding, bird landing aviary, wildlife shows
Special Programming: Keeper chats daily, Wonders of the Wild shows March-September

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Houses over 2,000 animals across diverse exhibits including rare Galapagos tortoises, giraffes, hippos, and nearly two dozen bird species in interactive settings
⭐Features Travis & Zach's Birds Landing, an interactive aviary where visitors can experience nearly two dozen free-flighted bird species
⭐Offers direct animal interactions including giraffe feeding ($6-7) and tortoise feeding experiences, with keeper chats conducted daily by zoologists
⭐Maintains a 4.9-star rating across 15 reviews with consistent praise for cleanliness, design, and animal care quality

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Arrive at 10 a.m. when giraffe feeding and Travis & Zach's Birds Landing open to maximize interactive experiences, and note that animal participation depends on weather and comfort level
💡Plan to attend daily Keeper Chats and the Wonders of the Wild show (approximately 20 minutes) to enhance your educational experience with expert insights and animal demonstrations
💬Be flexible with your schedule as animal appearances and outdoor activities are subject to change based on weather and animal behavior—consider visiting on mild weather days for the best interactive experiences
🕐Visit during the Wonders of the Wild show season (March 13 through September 28) when the venue offers its full range of entertainment and educational programming
💡Check the Wild Encounters Stage schedule for rotating animals—multiple visits may be needed to see all featured species and get the full educational experience