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Visitor tip
Don't miss the unique prickly pear ice cream and other custom flavors not found elsewhere—reviewers consistently highlight these as standout treats worth trying after exploring the petting zoo.
Visitor tip
This is an ideal quick stop (1-2 hours) when exiting Zion Canyon area, perfect for toddlers and young children to interact with friendly animals like donkeys, goats, alpacas, and lambs in a manageable-sized venue.
Visitor tip
Take advantage of the abundant photo opportunities throughout the mock Wild West village setting with wooden buildings and wagons—this venue is designed for memorable family photos.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Petting Zoo & Trading Post
- Highlights
- Animal feeding, petting zoo, homemade ice cream, Wild West village, gift shop with gems and artifacts
- Admission
- $2 to see animals; $1 per two carrots to feed
- Location
- Near Zion National Park
What visitors say
Was a really cool place and if you collect rocks and minerals, the prices are pretty decent and some prices are not so decent but it is what it is. It did have a lot of stuff. I really wanted some seeds to take back home, but I’m not…
🤠 Fort Zion – Fun Stop with a Wild West Vibe I visited Fort Zion and really enjoyed it — it’s a fun and quirky little stop, especially if you’re traveling near Zion National Park. What I liked the most was the chance to feed the…
Treat yourself to a sundae or a banana split after hiking at Zion! Shawn was an absolute delight and the ice cream was delicious. This was a perfect stop during our cross-country road trip.
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Did You Know?
- Fort Zion features a specialized homemade ice cream operation with unique regional flavors including prickly pear ice cream, made from prickly pear cacti growing naturally throughout the property
- The attraction combines a petting zoo with diverse animals (donkeys, goats, alpacas, llamas, lambs, and horses), a mock Wild West village with authentic wooden buildings and wagons, and a gift shop with American Indian artifacts and pottery
- Fort Zion operates on an ultra-low admission model with just $2 to see animals and $1 for two carrots to feed them, making it one of the most affordable animal interaction experiences in the region
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