Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Tours

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Tour the mountainside zoo to see hundreds of animals in replicas of their natural habitats. Feed giraffes and look down on the animals from a chairlift.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a large complex on the side of a mountain. Laying claim to being America’s only mountain zoo, it sits at an altitude of 6,800 feet (2,100 meters) above sea level. The 140-acre (57-hectare) site is home to more than 800 animals representing over 200 species.

Watch animals in habitats that replicate their natural environments. Go to Encounter Africa to see lions traipsing across savanna grassland and elephants showering under a waterfall. View some of the wildlife from the exhibit’s suspension-style bridge that also looks across to the city of Colorado Springs.

Observe moose, mountain lions and grizzly bears at Rocky Mountain Wild. Find orangutans, naked mole rats and gorillas at Primate World. Stroll through the indoor aviary where more than 100 birds are flying freely, including finches, parrots and budgies.

One of the highlights for many visitors is feeding the giraffes in the African Rift Valley exhibit. For a small supplementary fee you can hand-feed the animals their favorite snacks. If you are into reptiles, stop by the Scutes Family Gallery where there are more than 40 species including lizards, snakes and turtles.

Enjoy some of the zoo’s other attractions and activities. Jump aboard the Mountaineer Sky Ride, a chairlift that provides excellent views of the zoo, mountain and city. Put the children on the 20-horse carousel that dates back to the 1932 World’s Fair, then take them to My Big Backyard. This family play area in the center of the zoo features a nature-themed playground, tree house and small animals such as rabbits, turkeys and a potbellied pig.

The zoo is open all year round from morning until late afternoon, although exact times vary depending on the season. Admission charges apply, but children under the age of two get in for free.

The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is approximately 6 miles (10 kilometers) south of Colorado Springs and car parking is free. While you are in the area, consider camping overnight amid the wild scenery of Cheyenne Mountain State Park.

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Reviews of Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Nov 7, 2019

Beautiful!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Sep 10, 2019

It was amazing and we took the skyline.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler
Aug 11, 2019

outrageously expensive. After paying the admission fee you still had to pay to ride the carousel etc. Animal exhibits are so far apart that we were only able to see a few animals. It wasn't an experience that my granddaughters will remember.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Aug 2, 2019

An absolute MUST! We have no small children and my husband and I loved it. You are greeted by the giraffes the minute you walk through the gates. We got up and close and they love to be fed. We spent about 3 hours there and could've spent another 2. Spectacular views from the Mountain Zoo. You can bring your own food and drink in otherwise there are eateries on the compound.

4/5 - Good

CW
Jul 10, 2019

Ride a shuttle up each time and then walk down through each area.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Feb 3, 2019

Even though it is on a mountain, with $2 shuttles ( Just $2 for the whole day of shuttle rides!) they work hard to make it accessible. Went with my B. I. .L in a wheelchair and did not have problems. There might be some parts of the zoo that might be challenging just due to paved inclines- we did fine though!

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