Zoos

Cougar Mountain Zoo

Name: Cougar Mountain Zoo
Address: 19525 SE 54th St, Issaquah, WA 98027, Issaquah, WA, US
Telephone: (425) 391-5508
Rating: 4.5

★★★★☆ 4.5 (2331 reviews)

📍 19525 SE 54th St, Issaquah, WA 98027

📞 (425) 391-5508

🌐 www.cougarmountainzoo.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	9:30 AM–5 PM
Thursday	9:30 AM–5 PM
Friday	9:30 AM–5 PM
Saturday	9:30 AM–5 PM
Sunday	9:30 AM–5 PM

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About Cougar Mountain Zoo

Big cats, exotic birds & sculpture. Small zoo focusing on endangered species, especially big cats & exotic birds, with sculpture forest. Cougar Mountain Zoo features a sculpture forest integrated throughout the grounds, combining wildlife exhibits with an art experience. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,331 visitors.

Quick Facts

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Cougar Mountain Zoo features a sculpture forest integrated throughout the grounds, combining wildlife exhibits with an art experience
⭐The zoo specializes in endangered species conservation, with a particular focus on big cats and exotic birds
⭐Staff conduct scheduled educational lectures every 30 minutes at different animal areas throughout the zoo, with lecture locations marked on visitor maps
⭐The zoo hosts seasonal festivals including a Reindeer Festival that features staff dressed in themed costumes and special interactive animal experiences

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Attend the staff lectures scheduled every 30 minutes at different animal areas throughout the zoo. Check your map for lecture times and locations to maximize your educational experience and learn directly from knowledgeable staff.
🕐Plan to visit during seasonal events like the Reindeer Festival for a uniquely enhanced experience with themed activities and special staff interactions, though the zoo offers great visits year-round.
💬As a smaller, intimate zoo, you'll feel close to the animals and can comfortably experience it in less time than larger facilities. Staff are notably friendly and informative, making it ideal for a focused, educational visit.
💡Don't miss the gift shop which offers reasonably priced items like crystal sifting kits that provide interactive fun and extend the educational experience beyond animal viewing.