The Wild is Waiting
Discover the wonder of the world’s deserts at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens.
Ticket Pricing
Adult (18+):
$39.95
Child/Youth (3-17):
$24.95
Children under 3 years old are free.
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Today's Hours
8:00am – 5:00pm
Last admission at 4:00pm
Summer Hours
June 1 – September 30
7:00am – 1:30pm
Last admission at 12:30pm
Today at the Zoo
Join us for Keeper Connections for an interactive opportunity to learn more about the animals in our care from an animal care expert!
Zoo News
Spur-winged Lapwing Chicks
Animal Care & WellbeingThe Living Desert is delighted to introduce the newest members of the African aviary —four adorable spur-winged lapwing chicks! Hatched during the week of April 29 to…
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Celebrating Crawler
Animal Care & WellbeingOn May 10, one of The Living Desert’s eldest residents, Crawler the bobcat, celebrated his 22nd birthday. Crawler, originally from Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, is one of the…
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A Bold New Experiment in Social Science Training
ConservationEnsuring that Indigenous People and local communities (IPLC) not only participate in conservation but also lead or co-lead these efforts is crucial for ensuring that these projects…
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9-Year-Old Conservationist’s Goal of Saving The Desert Tortoise
ConservationAfter experiencing the wonders of desert wildlife on a field trip to The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, nine-year-old Leighton felt a calling to make a difference.…
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