Luray Zoo - A Rescue Zoo

About Luray Zoo - A Rescue Zoo

Rescue facility for a variety of animals. Rescue zoo with outdoor animal exhibits, reptile house, petting zoo & gift shop. Luray Zoo operates as a rescue facility and sanctuary, with staff knowledgeable enough to provide in-depth backgrounds and personalities of each animal in their care. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,204 visitors.

💬 What Visitors Say

• 💡Engage with the knowledgeable staff about individual animal personalities and backgrounds—the owner Mark and team provide in-depth educational information about each animal's story and care, which enhances the experience significantly
• 💡The petting zoo and interactive farm animals are highlights for families with children, making this an affordable and engaging outing for kids who want hands-on animal experiences
• 💡Focus your visit on the reptile collection (snakes, turtles, and alligators), which visitors consistently highlight as the strongest exhibit area
• 💡Book the zoo's educational outreach programs—they offer field trips and can bring educational programs directly to schools and groups, maximizing learning value
• 💬Set realistic expectations: this is a smaller rescue sanctuary focused on proper animal care rather than quantity of exhibits, making it ideal for a 1-2 hour visit rather than an all-day outing